Sr. Safety Advisor (Edmonds, Prince George, Kamloops, Vernon or Nanaimo) Number of positions: 2
Job Location: Edmonds A03
Employment type: Permanent
Region: Lower Mainland
Hours of work: Full-time (37.5 hrs/wk)
Flexible Work Role: Hybrid
What you'll do BC Hydro is making improvements to our incident management process and related activities in the near term. The successful candidate will be an active participant in communicating and supporting implementation of important changes through their work, their work with peers and their work with others across BC Hydro. This is a tremendous opportunity to participate in this change and influence how BC Hydro responds to, learns from, communicates and manages incidents.
As a member of the Safety Planning, Incident Management Team, the Senior Safety Advisor is focused on the continuous improvement of BC Hydro’s incident management system, the performance of investigations of serious incidents, and the assessment of those incidents to assist responsible management in the development meaningful corrective actions.
Leads safety and health investigations for serious incidents occurring at any location; coordinates the work of the investigation team, gathers information through interviews, applies incident investigation analysis methodologies, consults with subject matter experts as required, and prepares final investigation report.
Acts as the subject matter expert in the interpretation and application of safety incident management process and investigation methodologies, engaging all levels of the organization from the field to the executive to contractors, including presentation of findings and analysis.
Reviews incident notifications for technical accuracy, conducts further research and investigation as necessary; follows-up with originators for data clarification, corrections, and to provide guidance on compliance and system reporting requirements.
Oversees and supports the use of the incident management system,



the communication of roles and responsibilities as they relate to incident management, and the performance of incident investigation by others in the Safety group.
Provides guidance and quality assurance in the development of effective corrective action plans (CAs)to address causes of safety incidents.
Audits the completion, implementation, and effectiveness of CAs arising from safety incidents.
Works with regulatory agencies (e.g. WorkSafeBC) to provide the appropriate information required by regulators.
Supports management as a subject matter expert in their ongoing relationship with WorkSafeBC in relation to incident management.
Supports planning and development of employee training and mentoring in safety incident management and investigation.
Supports development of incident management standards and processes.
Supports continuous improvement of IT solutions for incident management, such as SAP IMS.
Performs duties of a minor nature related to the above duties that do not affect the rating of the job.
What you bring A university degree, certificate or diploma in safety engineering, occupational health & safety or related field, or an equivalent combination of education and related experience.
A minimum eight (8) years’ experience that preferably includes in-depth knowledge of utility, electrical, mechanical, construction or civil trades.
Understanding of complex, technical matters as required by incident investigation, preferably with experience in leading incident investigations.
Knowledge of incident investigation analytical tools, risk analysis, management systems,



auditing and behavioural safety.
Knowledge of WorkSafeBC regulation.
Well‑developed analytical, research and report preparation skills.
Possess strong relationship management skills and a proven ability to collaborate effectively with different levels of management and employees.
Well‑developed oral, written and interpersonal communication skills.
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects.
What we offer A minimum of 15 paid vacation days
Adaptable work model, depending on your role type
Training and development courses
For more information on the benefits we offer, visit bchydro.com/benefits. #CPGN1
What else you should know Travel throughout British Columbia will be required for this role, as needed.
Please note a condition of employment for this role is to maintain your Class 5 Driver's License in good standing.
This position can be headquartered at Edmonds, Prince George, Kamloops, Vernon or Nanaimo subject to space availability.
Location : Burnaby, British Columbia, V3N 4X8.
We invite you to join us as we build an even cleaner B.C. We welcome applications from all qualified job seekers. If you’re a person with a disability, please let us know by emailing [email protected], as adjustments can be made to help support you in your application process.
At BC Hydro, we’re working towards creating a cleaner and more sustainable future for all British Columbians and need people like you to help us. A career at BC Hydro is meaningful and provides you the opportunity to be part of a talented, inclusive, and diverse team. We offer a healthy work-life balance, competitive wages, a comprehensive benefits package, and training opportunities to support you in your career growth. We're proud to be ranked as one of B.C.'s Top Employers and one of Canada's Best Diversity Employers.
Date Posted: 2026-08-12 Closing Date: 2026-08-21

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📌 Sr. Safety Advisor (Edmonds, Prince George, Kamloops, Vernon or Nanaimo) (British Columbia)
🏢 BC Hydro
📍 British Columbia