Transdev Canada is hiring a Safety Manager for our Kamloops, BC location.
Transdev Canada is seeking an experienced Safety & Training Manager to lead our health, safety, and training programs in Kamloops. This position combines strategic leadership with hands-on operational support to ensure regulatory compliance, foster a proactive safety culture, and deliver effective employee training and development. The ideal candidate is a collaborative leader with strong OH&S expertise, excellent communication skills, and a passion for continuous improvement.
Your Role
• Lead the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of health, safety, and training programs that support a strong safety culture.
• Provide leadership and guidance to managers and employees on occupational health and safety policies, procedures, and regulatory compliance.
• Manage the Safety and Training team in a unionized environment.
• Partner with operational leaders to identify safety risks, develop corrective actions, and implement sustainable solutions.
• Act as the primary liaison with WorkSafeBC regarding claims management, policy interpretation, inspections, and compliance matters.
• Manage WorkSafeBC claims and return-to-work programs, including modified duties and employee reintegration plans.
• Conduct incident investigations, workplace inspections, hazard assessments, and root cause analyses while ensuring corrective actions are implemented.
• Monitor and analyze safety performance using leading and lagging indicators and prepare internal and external safety reports.
• Develop, coordinate, and deliver classroom, behind-the-wheel, remedial, refresher, and return-to-work training programs.
• Maintain accurate training, licensing, and compliance records for all employees.
• Develop and update training materials, operating procedures, and emergency response plans.
• Support Joint Occupational Health & Safety Committees by providing safety data, recommendations, and follow-up on corrective actions.
• Lead safety meetings, promote employee engagement, and recognize safe work practices to strengthen the organization's safety culture.
The Perks
• Competitive annual salary of $95,000
• Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and pension plan.
• Career growth opportunities with one of North America's leading transportation providers.
• Collaborative and supportive work environment.
• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact by improving workplace safety and supporting sustainable public transit.
• Work for a company that values diversity, employee development, and continuous improvement.
Your Profile
• Post-secondary education in Occupational Health & Safety or a related discipline.
• Minimum 7 years of progressive occupational health and safety experience.
• Minimum 2 years of leadership or management experience.
• Professional safety designation such as CRSP, CHSC, or CSO is considered an asset.
• Experience working in a unionized environment is preferred.
• Valid Class 5 driver's licence and ability to travel between worksites using a personal vehicle.
• Thorough knowledge of the Workers Compensation Act, WorkSafeBC regulations, and occupational health and safety legislation.
• Experience with incident investigations, WorkSafeBC claims management, return-to-work programs, and occupational health and safety management systems.
• Proven ability to advise, coach, and influence managers, supervisors, employees, and Joint Occupational Health & Safety Committees.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to deliver training and presentations.
• Demonstrated leadership, sound judgment, and the ability to maintain confidentiality while working in a fast-paced environment.
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Your Location:
• This is a full-time position.
• There is a requirement to work standard business hours with occasional overtime as needed.
