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Full Time First Aid Professionals Wanted

We’re Western Protection Alliance Inc., a Canada-wide supplier of Safety, Security, First Aid, and Paramedical services. We provide top-notch staffing and expertise to Mining and Industrial clients, and we go above and beyond to make sure that our worksites are safe, secure, and prepared for emergencies.

We’re looking for WorkSafe BC OFA3/Advanced First Aid Attendants with at least 1 year of prior OFA3/AFA experience to join our team at New Afton Mine in Kamloops, BC.

⚠ Important: Local Residency Required (Kamloops, BC Area) ⚠

This position requires candidates to already live in or immediately around Kamloops, BC. No lodging, meals, or relocation assistance are provided, and remote or fly-in/fly-out arrangements are not available at this worksite.

This position involves 12-hour shifts over 7 consecutive days. Commuting long distances before and after shifts of this length creates a foreseeable and unacceptable fatigue and road safety risk. This geographical requirement is a health and safety measure, consistent with WorkSafe BC fatigue management principles and our organizational duty of care.

Candidates who are interested in fly-in/fly-out work with Western Protection Alliance Inc. are invited to follow us on Indeed and set an Indeed alert to be notified of new job postings for remote camp jobs. Please do not apply to this posting if you are interested in remote fly-in/fly-out work.

In partnership with Stk'emlupsemc Amalgamated Ventures Inc., we are committed to creating a workplace that reflects the rich cultural diversity of British Columbia. Western Protection Alliance recognizes and respects the traditions and lands of the Skeetchestn and Tk’emlüps te Secwépemc people where we work in Kamloops, BC. We are dedicated to building a workforce that includes and celebrates local Indigenous representation. We actively encourage Indigenous candidates to apply.

Job Highlights

Schedule: 7 days on / 7 days off, Monday-Sunday

Hours: Day Shift: 06:00 AM - 18:00 PM -or- Night Shift: 18:00 PM - 06:00 AM

Location: Kamloops, BC

Type: Full Time Positions

Pay: $3,956.00/month to start for certified WorkSafe BC AFA/OFA3 Attendants

Duties: Occupational First Aid, Visitor Check-ins, Site Access Management

Required Licenses/Certifications: WorkSafe BC Advanced First Aid (formerly OFA3) Certificate, and BC Class 5 Drivers License (or equivalent).

Other Licenses/Certifications: A BC Security Guard license is an asset to start,



and will be required within 3-6 months of hiring or as agreed during the interview process.

Responsibilities

Working together with 1-3 coworkers at any given time, you would be responsible for a variety of First Aid and Visitor Check-in duties to begin with. Duties would expand to Security tasks once you are licensed. This role reports to the Site Supervisors team.

First Aid/Medical First Response

- Administer First Aid in accordance with WorkSafe BC’s Advanced First Aid Attendant scope of practice, including referrals to outside medical treatment
- Record and report incident information as per established protocols
- Liaison with local fire, ambulance, or police in case of emergency

Visitor Support

- Visitor check-in
- Visitor PPE assignment
- Providing road use orientations and directions to incoming visitors
- Maintaining clear communication via email, phone, and radio with the Security team and site personnel

Security (once license obtained)

- Monitoring and controlling site access
- Conducting site patrols using company vehicle
- Preparing detailed reports with a keen eye for accuracy

What We're Looking For

Certifications:

- Unrestricted BC Class 5 Driver's License with a clear abstract (equivalent from another province can also be accepted with conditions)
- Valid WorkSafe BC Advanced First Aid (AFA) Certification (formerly called WorkSafe BC Occupational First Aid Level 3/OFA3), or equivalent*
- BC Security Guard license is an asset, but not required immediately

*The following can be accepted in place of a WorkSafe BC OFA3/AFA certificate:
- Valid Emergency Medical Assistant (EMA) License issued by the Emergency Medical Assistants Licensing Board of B.C. (EMALB)
- Valid 40-hour Occupational First Aid completion certificate from another province, with conditions

Professional Experience:

- Proven background in Occupational First Aid or medical first response within industrial, construction, or similar high-demand environment, with at least 1 year of experience

Additional Requirements:

- Must currently reside in or immediately around Kamloops, BC.
- Clear criminal record
- Ability to pass drug and alcohol screening
- Fluent English (written and spoken)




- Willingness and ability to obtain a BC Security Guard license after hiring

Personal Qualities:

- Exceptional reliability and trustworthiness
- Sharp attention to detail
- Professional demeanor
- Strong adaptability in dynamic work environments
- Outstanding customer service orientation
- Excellent teamwork and communication skills

What We Offer

- Compensation starting at $3,956.00/month
- $300.00 Hiring Bonus
- Group perks coverage after 6 months of employment, includes extended health, dental, vision, critical illness, and life insurance
- Retirement group plan with RRSP matching after 1 year of employment
- Tuition reimbursement for WorkSafe BC Advanced First Aid (AFA) Certification renewals after 6 months of employment (with conditions)
- Annual license fee reimbursement for BC Security Guard license renewals after 6 months of employment (with conditions)
- Full Time hours with 1 full week off after each shift rotation
- Opportunity to make a critical difference in workplace safety
- Supportive and collaborative work environment

Application Process Interested candidates should submit the following:

1. Detailed resume that lists previous relevant work experience
2. Specific examples of previous Occupational First Aid experience
3. List of current licenses and certifications (copies will only be requested from shortlisted candidates)

How to Apply: You can apply in 2 different ways:

1. Apply on Indeed, or
2. Email your complete application package to [email protected] with the subject line “Full Time First Aid – New Afton Mine – [Your Name]".

Next Steps

1. Qualified candidates will be contacted for an initial screening interview by phone. Certifications and professional references may be requested after the phone interview.
2. Shortlisted candidates will be invited to attend an in-person interview.
3. The selection process will be completed and applicants will be notified.

Thank you for your interest in working with Western Protection Alliance Inc.! Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: From $3,956.00 per month

Perks

- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- RRSP match
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision care

Experience:
- WorkSafe BC OFA3/Advanced First Aid: 1 year (required)

Language:
- English (required)

Licence/Certification:
- Drivers License: Class 5 or higher (required)
- WorkSafe BC Advanced First Aid Certificate (or equivalent) (required)

Location:
- Kamloops, BC (required)

Work Location: In person

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📌 WorkSafe BC AFA/First Aid - New Afton Mine (Kamloops)
🏢 Western Protection Alliance
📍 Kamloops