Government of Yukon - Energy, Mines & Resources - Human Resources

Permanent

Full/Part Time

Full-time

Standard Hours Bi-weekly

Saturday/Sunday

Travel

Open to all Candidates, Preference - Canadian Indigenous Ancestry, Preference - Yukon First Nations ancestry A hiring preference will apply for qualified candidates of Canadian Indigenous ancestry, with a priority for qualified Yukon First Nation candidates. This initiative is in support of Yukon government’s goal for a representative public service. This is for one (1) full time permanent position working 75 hours bi-weekly.

We embrace a work environment where problem solving, creativity, teamwork, risk management and personal effort result in the attainment of our goals and those of the public and our clients.

As a key member of the Human Resources team, the Manager, Health and Safety serves as the department’s subject matter expert in occupational health and safety, providing strategic leadership, guidance, and oversight to promote a safe, healthy, and compliant work environment. This position is responsible for developing, implementing, evaluating, and continuously improving departmental health and safety programs, policies, systems,



and practices in alignment with legislative requirements and departmental priorities.

Degree in Occupational Health and Safety, Public Administration or related field

Significant experience in the workplace health and safety field conducting risk assessments, workplace inspections and incident investigations, preferably in a government setting

Experience leading projects, managing change initiatives, and driving continuous improvement in organizational health and safety performance

Experience writing, interpreting and applying health and safety policies, guidelines and/or legislation, preferably in a government setting

Experience chairing and/or facilitating committees and meetings, preferably health and safety related

Experience creating, organizing and managing online content, preferably on SharePoint, would be an asset

Candidates who have a combination of education, training and experience equivalent to the essential qualifications listed above may be equally considered.

Ability to influence organizational culture and promote a proactive safety mindset

Excellent organizational and planning skills

Class 5 Driver’s license

Occasional travel within Whitehorse and to Yukon communities #

📌 Manager, HSE Field Support (Dawson City)
🏢 Government of Yukon
📍 Dawson City