About Us Matakana Scaffolding is a trusted supplier of scaffolding products and services, proudly headquartered in Burnaby, BC. We’re growing fast across Metro Vancouver and beyond, with big plans to expand throughout North America. Our mission is straightforward: deliver top-quality products backed by honest, reliable, and personalized service.

As part of The Hazelwood Group , we offer the agility of a small team with the stability and backing of a larger organization. Learn more at matakanascaff.com and hazelwood.ca.

We’re looking for a dedicated, proactive Safety Officer to support safe work practices across multiple active construction sites throughout the Lower Mainland. If you’re someone who thrives in a fast-moving field environment and takes pride in keeping people safe, this role is for you.

You’ll be hands‑on in the field—conducting site inspections, identifying hazards, supporting training, and ensuring compliance with WorkSafeBC regulations and company safety standards. You’ll work closely with Project Managers, Foremen, and site crews to help maintain safe, compliant, and productive job sites.

This is a full-time position with regular travel between active construction sites in all weather conditions.

Why Work With Us?

$36–$50/hour (based on experience and qualifications)

Comprehensive benefits package (health, dental, vision, disability, life)

RRSP matching

Overtime pay + performance bonuses

Company vehicle

Supportive leadership team that values your input

Strong team culture, focused on growth and career advancement





A workplace that respects work/life balance

What You’ll Do
Site Safety & Compliance

Conduct regular site inspections of worksites, equipment, and work practices

Identify hazards and complete JHAs (Job Hazard Analyses)

Support corrective actions to eliminate unsafe conditions and ensure GC compliance

Assist with PPE management, including issuing, tracking, and respirator fit testing

Incident Support & Reporting

Support investigations of incidents, accidents, and near‑misses

Help identify root causes and contribute to corrective and preventive actions

Maintain safety records, inspection reports, training documentation, and equipment logs

Prepare weekly/monthly safety reports for management

Submit site inspection reports and corrective recommendations to Project Managers

Support the company Return‑to‑Work / Light Duty program and liaise with WorkSafeBC as required

Report policy violations to Foremen and Project Managers

Training & Safety Culture

Assist with Toolbox Talks, safety orientations, and site training sessions

Promote a proactive, positive safety culture across all job sites

Communicate safety updates and legislative changes to field teams and management





Coordination & Administration

Support and help coordinate monthly JOSH/JOHS safety meetings (agendas, minutes, follow‑ups)

Liaise with subcontractors to ensure compliance with company safety standards

Provide general administrative and site support as required

What You Bring
Required / Preferred Qualifications

Occupational Health & Safety training such as CSO, NCSO, NHSA, or equivalent OHS diploma/certificate (BCIT or accredited institution preferred)

Strong knowledge of Workers Compensation Act (WCA) and WorkSafeBC OHS Regulation

Confident, clear communicator with strong interpersonal skills

Calm, diplomatic, and professional in high‑pressure field environments

Valid driver’s licence and willingness to travel between multiple sites daily

Assets That Stand Out

OFA / First Aid / CPR certification (or First Responder experience)

Previous construction or scaffolding industry experience

Experience with incident investigations, JHAs, inspections, and toolbox talks

Familiarity with JHSC/JOHS participation

Training in Fall Protection, Aerial Work Platforms, Scissor Lift, or Forklift operation

Basic computer skills (reporting, documentation, email systems)

HR or return‑to‑work / injury management experience

Job Details
Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $36.00–$50.00 per hour

Work Location: In person (Burnaby, BC)

Will travel approximately 25% of the time.

Ability to commute or relocate to Burnaby, BC before starting work is required.

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