**Job Title: Health & Safety Officer**

**Job Description**

The Health & Safety Officer leads, administers, and continuously improves the organization’s health and safety program to ensure full compliance with WorkSafeBC legislation, internal policies, and industry best practices.

This role combines hands-on operational safety leadership with strong administrative coordination, working closely with managers, supervisors, employees, and the Joint Health & Safety Committee to foster a proactive safety culture, reduce workplace risks, investigate incidents, coordinate return-to-work programs, and drive continuous improvement across all departments in a precision sheet metal manufacturing environment.

**Responsibilities**

+ Lead and administer the overall health and safety program to ensure alignment with WorkSafeBC legislation, company policies, and industry best practices.
+ Act as the primary point of contact during WorkSafeBC inspections, representing the organization and coordinating all required documentation and follow-up.
+ Coordinate responses to WorkSafeBC orders, ensuring timely and effective corrective actions and ongoing compliance.
+ Develop, implement, and maintain health and safety policies, procedures, and programs that support a proactive safety culture.
+ Plan and conduct regular workplace inspections, risk assessments, and safety audits across all departments and sites.
+ Identify hazards, assess risks, and implement appropriate control measures to reduce or eliminate workplace risks.
+ Lead or support incident investigations, determine root causes, and develop corrective action plans to prevent recurrence.
+ Manage incident reporting, claims management, and documentation related to workplace injuries, illnesses, and near misses.
+ Coordinate and support return-to-work programs, working with stakeholders to ensure safe and timely reintegration of employees.
+ Design, deliver, and coordinate safety training programs and employee development initiatives, including toolbox talks and refresher training.
+ Provide coaching and guidance to managers, supervisors, and employees to reinforce safe work practices and regulatory compliance.
+ Partner with the Joint Health & Safety Committee, facilitating meetings, supporting committee activities, and following up on recommendations.
+ Oversee emergency preparedness and response programs, including drills, procedures, and readiness of emergency equipment.
+ Support occupational health programs, including monitoring workplace conditions and promoting health-focused initiatives.
+ Prepare and maintain safety reports, metrics, and documentation to track performance and support continuous improvement.
+ Engage employees in safety initiatives, encouraging participation, feedback, and shared ownership of health and safety outcomes.
+ Conduct safety audits and inspections of equipment, processes, and facilities, including areas where air-powered (pneumatic) tools and manufacturing equipment are used.
+ Collaborate with leadership to integrate health and safety considerations into operational planning and decision-making.
+ Drive continuous improvement by identifying trends, analyzing safety data, and implementing practical solutions to improve safety performance.
+ Travel to multiple sites, including locations in nearby communities, to provide consistent safety support and oversight.
+ Remain available and responsive for safety-related calls and issues that may arise outside regular working hours, as needed.

**Essential Skills**

+ Demonstrated experience in Occupational Health and Safety leadership within a manufacturing or industrial environment.
+ Strong knowledge of WorkSafeBC legislation, regulations, and compliance requirements.
+ Proficiency in health and safety program administration, including policy and procedure development.
+ Experience conducting workplace inspections, risk assessments, and safety audits.
+ Proven ability to lead incident investigations and develop effective corrective action plans.




+ Experience with claims management and coordination of return-to-work programs.
+ Skill in planning, delivering, and coordinating safety training and employee development initiatives.
+ Experience working with and supporting a Joint Health & Safety Committee.
+ Knowledge of emergency preparedness and response planning in an industrial setting.
+ Familiarity with occupational health programs and related workplace initiatives.
+ Solid communication skills, with the ability to influence and engage stakeholders at all levels.
+ Proficiency with Microsoft Office for reporting, documentation, and presentation of safety information.
+ Demonstrated continuous improvement and problem-solving mindset, with the ability to analyze safety data and implement practical solutions.
+ Ability to work effectively across multiple departments and sites, balancing administrative and hands-on responsibilities.
+ Willingness and ability to respond to safety-related issues that may occur outside regular working hours.

**Additional Skills & Qualifications**

+ Canadian Registered Safety Professional (CRSP) designation, or active progress toward obtaining the certification.
+ Occupational First Aid Level 2 or Level 3 certification.
+ Formal Incident Investigation Training.
+ Train-the-Trainer certification or equivalent experience in delivering structured training programs.
+ Experience with safety auditing and inspections in a manufacturing environment.
+ Experience in precision sheet metal, industrial, or similar production environments is an asset.
+ Strong stakeholder management skills, with the ability to build trust and drive engagement in safety initiatives.
+ Comfort working around air-powered (pneumatic) tools and industrial equipment.
+ Ability to travel between multiple sites within the region as required.

**Why Work Here?**

Employees benefit from a comprehensive total rewards offering that supports their health, financial security, and professional growth.

After a short probationary period, the organization shares monthly premiums on an extended benefits package, including extended health care, dental coverage, life insurance, short-term disability, and long-term disability.

Team members enjoy paid vacation, growth opportunities, and an employee recognition program that highlights outstanding contributions.

A profit-sharing program, offered quarterly based on company performance, allows employees to share in the organization’s success.

An employee referral bonus program encourages team members to help build the workforce, and regular company barbecues foster a friendly, collaborative culture where people feel valued and connected.

**Work Workplace**

The organization operates as a premier precision sheet metal manufacturer, supplying components and value-added services to customers across Canada, the United States, and Mexico.

The environment is a production-focused manufacturing setting that supports industries such as electronics, printing, medical devices, power switching, and test/measurement.

Employees work around industrial equipment and air-powered (pneumatic) tools, with a strong emphasis on safe work practices and adherence to regulatory requirements.

This role is primarily based on a morning shift, but it requires flexibility to answer calls and respond to safety issues that may arise outside regular hours.

The position involves visiting additional nearby sites, ensuring consistent safety oversight across multiple locations.

The workplace promotes a professional atmosphere where appropriate industrial attire and adherence to safety protocols are expected, and employees collaborate closely across departments to maintain a safe, efficient, and high-quality production environment.





**Job Type & Location**
This is a Permanent position based out of Port Coquitlam, BC.

**Pay and Benefits**
The pay range for this position is $80000.00 - $90000.00/yr.

**Workplace Type**
This is a fully onsite position in Port Coquitlam,BC.

**À propos d'Aerotek**

Aerotek® Inc.

fournit des solutions de dotation en personnel et de services dans les domaines de la fabrication, de la logistique, de la construction, de l’aviation, des installations et de la maintenance.

Nous offrons l’expertise, les solutions et les personnes nécessaires pour relever les défis de l’industrie nord-américaine.

Basée à Hanover, au Maryland, Aerotek exploite un réseau unifié de plus de 200 bureaux à travers l’Amérique du Nord, soutenant plus de 18 000 clients chaque année.

Aerotek est une entreprise du groupe Allegis, leader mondial en ressources humaines et solutions d’affaires.

Pour en savoir plus, visitez: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offre un salaire hebdomadaire, des avantages sociaux y compris des soins médicaux, des soins dentaires et des soins de la vue, ainsi qu’un programme d’aide aux employés et un programme de rabais.

La société souscrit au principe d’égalité d’accès à l’emploi et examinera toutes les candidatures sans tenir compte de la race, du sexe, de l’âge, de la couleur, de la religion, de l’origine nationale, du statut de vétéran, de handicap, de l’orientation sexuelle, de l’identité de genre, de l’information génétique ou de toute autre caractéristique protégée par la loi.

**Ordonnance sur l’égalité des chances de San Francisco:**
Conformément à l’Ordonnance sur l’égalité des chances de San Francisco, pour tous les postes situés dans la ville et le comté de San Francisco, nous examinerons les candidatures des personnes qualifiées ayant un casier judiciaire ou des antécédents criminels.

**Utilisation de l’intelligence artificielle (IA):**
Nous pouvons utiliser l’intelligence artificielle (IA) pour soutenir certaines étapes de notre processus d’embauche, notamment la recherche, la présélection et l’évaluation des candidatures.

L’IA aide à analyser les candidatures et les qualifications, mais les décisions finales sont prises par notre équipe de recrutement.

En soumettant votre candidature, vous reconnaissez et acceptez que celle-ci puisse être examinée à l’aide d’outils d’IA.

**About Aerotek**

Aerotek® Inc.

provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance.

We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry.

Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year.

Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions.

To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee perks including medical, dental & vision, employee assistance and discount programs.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

**San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:**
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

**Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):**
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates.

AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team.

By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

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📌 Health & Safety Officer (Port Coquitlam)
🏢 Aerotek
📍 Port Coquitlam