OverviewAre you passionate about protecting workers and strengthening occupational health and safety across British Columbia? The
Occupational Compliance Officer (OCO) plays a critical role in advancing WorkSafeBC's prevention mandate by ensuring compliance with the Workers' Compensation Act and Occupational Health and Safety Regulation. This position is ideal for professionals who are motivated by public safety, regulatory integrity, and meaningful impact through evidence-based enforcement and prevention activities.
In this role, you'll conduct risk-based inspections and apply enforcement authority where serious or imminent hazards exist, and make fair, well-reasoned compliance decisions grounded in legislation, policy, and evidence. Working closely with Prevention Field Services officers, advisors, and cross-functional partners, you'll support sustained compliance efforts, contribute to risk reduction strategies, and help inform policy, program, and industry-wide safety improvements.
How you'll make a difference: You'll help ensure B.C. workers go home safely at the end of their workday
Where you'll work In this role, you'll work primarily in the field or community and remotely, based on the operational needs of the position. There may also be occasions when you are asked to come to the office, such as for training and orientation.
What you'll do - Conduct planned, risk-based inspections to assess compliance with occupational health and safety legislation and regulation.
- Apply enforcement authority, including issuing orders, penalties, and immediate work stoppages where serious or imminent danger exists.
- Collect, analyze, and weigh evidence to make fair, timely, and defensible compliance and enforcement decisions.
- Prepare clear, detailed reports and well-reasoned written decisions that support enforcement actions and withstand scrutiny.
- Collaborate with prevention partners, advisors, and internal teams to support sustained compliance, risk reduction strategies, and industry-wide safety improvements.
- Consistently model the appropriate level of organizational behaviours expected of all WorkSafeBC employees: responsive, respectful, fair, collaborative, accountable, and forward thinking.
Is this a good fit for you?We're looking for people who:
- Are comfortable undertaking enforcement responsibilities while maintaining professionalism and fairness.
- Have strong knowledge of occupational health and safety legislation, regulatory frameworks, and compliance methodologies.
- Are confident making independent, evidence-based decisions in complex or high-risk environments.
- Can communicate clearly and persuasively both verbally and in writing, particularly when explaining regulatory decisions or enforcement outcomes.
- Are motivated by public service, prevention, and by contributing to safer workplaces through accountability and enforcement.
Your background and experience - A diploma in Health & Safety or related field
- A minimum of 3 years of relevant Health & Safety and working experience
We'll consider equivalent combinations of education and experience.
Important to know Before we can finalize any offer of employment, you must:
- Consent to a criminal record check Successfully meet two different criminal record clearances, one of which meets the legal requirements under the Criminal Records Review Act to work with children and/or vulnerable adults. Or successfully meet the legal requirements under the Criminal Records Review Act to work with children and/or vulnerable adults.
- Confirm you're legally entitled to work in Canada
Our benefits As a member of our team, you'll have access to services and benefits that help you get the most out of work - and life. Along with a competitive salary, your total compensation package includes:
- Defined benefit pension plan that provides you with a lifetime monthly pension when you retire
- 3 weeks of vacation in your first year, with regular increases based on years of service
- Extensive health care and dental benefits
- Optional leave and earned-time-off arrangements
- Development opportunities (tuition reimbursement, leadership development, and more)
Learn more: Find out what we offer
Salary: $44.08 - $55.54/hourly
Want to apply? - Applications are welcomed immediately, however must be received no later than 4:30 p.m. PST on the closing date.
- Please note that we will be starting assessments prior to the closing date.
- We encourage all qualified applicants to apply . If you require an accommodation in the assessment process, please email Recruitment Testing Accommodation (SM) when you submit your application.
