Kwantlen Polytechnic University (KPU) is Canada’s only polytechnic university, proudly serving the South Fraser region for more than 40 years. With campuses in Surrey, Richmond, Langley, and Cloverdale, KPU is deeply connected to the communities it serves and to the diverse cultures, backgrounds, and lived experiences of its students. Through academic excellence, applied learning, innovation, and strong industry and community partnerships, KPU prepares students for meaningful futures.

As an open-access university, KPU is powered by the people who live and work here. We believe every employee plays a meaningful role in supporting student learning and success. We are honoured to carry the name of the Kwantlen First Nation and are committed to equity, inclusion, reconciliation, and respectful relationships. As one of BC’s Top Employers, KPU is dedicated to fostering a supportive, inclusive, and engaged workplace where employees feel valued, connected to purpose, and empowered to make an impact.

We invite you to explore your next career opportunity at KPU and discover how your work can contribute to a university where thought truly meets action.

Competition ID: 4566

Internal Closing Date: Open Until Filled

External Closing Date: Open Until Filled

# of Openings: 0

Salary Information: 8 – Administrative Salary Grid - $76,023 to $111,500

Employment Type: Temporary Full Time

Workplace Type: Hybrid

Travel Frequency: Regular travel between campuses is required.

Employee Group: Administration/Management

We are currently seeking an Occupational Health and Safety Advisor to join our Risk & Security team.

Job Overview

This role reports to the Manager, Occupational Health and Safety.

The Occupational Health and Safety Advisor is responsible for supporting and contributing to the development, implementation and maintenance of KPU’s Occupational Health and Safety Program.

Education And Experience

- Successful completion of a diploma in Occupational Health and Safety from an accredited institution;
- A minimum of three (3) years of related experience in a relevant Occupational Health and Safety position;
- Or an equivalent combination of education,



training and experience.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

- Thorough knowledge of municipal, provincial and federal health and safety related legislation and regulations.
- Applied knowledge of occupational health and safety regulations, Codes, Acts and legislation with the ability to analyze and interpret technical documents.
- Demonstrated ability to plan and deliver safety training programs.
- Experience gathering, analyzing and presenting information and statistics for various audiences.
- Experience conducting risk and hazard assessments.
- Experience conducting incident/accident investigations and workplace safety inspections.
- Excellent organizational, interpersonal and communication skills. Customer service focused.
- Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with a variety of internal and external stakeholders.
- Ability to work collaboratively with a team as well as work independently.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Sound judgement and decision-making skills required.
- Excellent computer and information technology skills.
- Ability to travel between campuses is required.

Competencies

- People First: KPU employees involve, appreciate, value and respect the KPU community members they serve (i.e., students, employees, external key parties, etc.) creating a culture of high engagement and performance.
- Accountability: KPU employees demonstrate fiscal accountability and take ownership for their actions, decisions and results.
- Continuous Improvement: KPU employees take a creative approach to opportunities, exploring unique ways to create optimal value for the KPU community.
- Collaboration: KPU employees work in functional and cross-functional teams,



coming together to solve complex issues and accomplish objectives that will benefit the KPU community.

Salary Information

The above compensation range is the span between the minimum and maximum base salary for a position. Typically, initial salary placement is approximately halfway between the minimum and the maximum. This represents an employee that possesses full job knowledge, qualifications and experience for the position. In the normal course, employees will be hired, transferred or promoted between the minimum and approximately halfway of the salary range for a job with consideration given to internal equity.

Total Rewards

- extended health and dental benefits
- healthcare spending account
- generous vacation package
- defined pension plan
- parenthood top-up
- sick leave
- long-term disability
- life insurance
- professional development days
- tuition waiver
- inhouse training & development
- inter-campus transportation
- and more!

Note: Eligibility requirements apply, benefits may vary depending on the employee group the position belongs to and whether the position offered is temporary or part time.

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Note to Applicants

Kwantlen Polytechnic University welcomes and encourages applications from equity deserving groups and diverse experiences including, but not limited to, Indigenous people, racialized people, people with disabilities, and members of the 2S/LGBTQIA+ community.

If there are any barriers that you are experiencing or an accommodation that we can provide to support you through the application process, please reach out to us at

Kwantlen Polytechnic University is committed to protecting the safety and welfare of employees, students, and the general public, and upholding the reputation and integrity of the University. For this reason, final applicants will be asked to undergo a background check.

We thank all applicants for their interest in employment with KPU. Only candidates who are legally eligible to work in Canada will be considered; only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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📌 Occupational Health and Safety Advisor - Competition ID: 4566 (Surrey)
🏢 Kwantlen Polytechnic University
📍 Surrey