Health And Safety Officer

Actalent

  • Richmond, BC
  • $35.00-40.00 per hour
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 9 days ago
Job Title: Health and Safety OfficerJob DescriptionWe are seeking a dedicated and experienced Health & Safety Officer to support a commercial construction project in Vancouver, BC. This role is ideal for a safety professional with a strong background in commercial, institutional, or healthcare-related construction who is committed to fostering a culture of safety, compliance, and collaboration on-site.Responsibilities
  • Lead site-specific safety orientations and ensure all personnel are trained on hospital-specific HSE protocols.
  • Conduct regular job site inspections and hazard assessments to proactively identify and mitigate risks.
  • Monitor employees and subcontractors for compliance with health and safety policies, escalating issues as needed.
  • Act as a first aid attendant and coordinate emergency response efforts on-site.
  • Organize and deliver training programs on WHMIS, Fall Protection, PPE, CPR/First Aid, Emergency Response, and more.
  • Participate in and support incident investigations, ensuring proper documentation and follow-up.
  • Review and enforce subcontractor safety submittals and ensure alignment with OH&S regulations and healthcare facility standards.
  • Compile and analyze safety statistics to identify trends and recommend corrective actions.
  • Attend client meetings to provide updates on safety performance and initiatives.
  • Support the implementation and monitoring of the project’s HSE Plan, HSEOPs, and emergency response protocols.
  • Promote a 'safety-first' culture across all levels of the project team and stakeholders.
Essential Skills
  • 5–10 years of direct HSE experience in construction, preferably in institutional or commercial projects.
  • Bachelor’s Degree or Diploma in Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Health, or a related field.
  • Safety certifications such as NCSO, CRSP, CHST, or Construction Safety Officer (CSO).
  • Occupational First Aid Level 2 with Transportation Endorsement.
  • Strong knowledge of OH&S and environmental legislation in British Columbia.
  • Experience with COR auditing, ISO standards, and subcontractor management.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
  • Familiarity with cranes and hoisting operations is an asset.
  • Excellent communication, leadership, and conflict resolution skills.
  • Ability to influence and educate teams on safety best practices and compliance.
Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $35.00 - $40.00/hr.Workplace TypeThis is a hybrid position in Richmond,BC.À propos d'Actalent:Actalent est un chef de file mondial des services d’ingénierie et de sciences et des solutions de talents. Nous aidons les entreprises visionnaires à faire progresser leurs initiatives en matière d’ingénierie et de science en leur donnant accès à des experts spécialisés qui favorisent la mise à l’échelle, l’innovation et la mise en marché rapide. Avec un réseau de près de 30 000 consultants et plus de 4 500 clients aux États-Unis, au Canada, en Asie et en Europe, Actalent est au service d’un grand nombre d’entreprises du classement Fortune 500.Actalent est un employeur souscrivant au principe de l’égalité des chances et accepte toutes les candidatures sans tenir compte de la race, du sexe, de l’âge, de la couleur, de la religion, des origines nationales, du statut d’ancien combattant, d’un handicap, de l’orientation sexuelle, de l’identité sexuelle, des renseignements génétiques ou de toute autre caractéristique protégée par la loi.Si vous souhaitez faire une demande d’accommodement raisonnable, tel que la modification ou l’ajustement du processus de demande d’emploi ou d’entrevue à cause d’un handicap, veuillez envoyer un courriel à pour connaître d’autres options d’accommodement.About ActalentActalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email for other accommodation options.

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