Company Overview

Progressive Rubber Industries is a leading manufacturer specializing in abrasion and corrosion-resistant components for the mining sector and original equipment manufacturers. Since 1997, we have been dedicated to strengthening the local economy, expanding our skilled workforce, and delivering innovative solutions through advanced fabrication and lining services.

Job Summary

We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Health and Safety Officer to champion safety standards across our operations. In this vital role, you will develop, implement, and monitor health and safety policies to ensure a secure working environment for all employees. Your expertise will help foster a safety-first culture that minimizes risks and promotes well-being throughout our facilities.

Full Roles & Responsibilities

1. Health & Safety Program Leadership

· Lead the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of the company’s Occupational Health & Safety (OHS) program

· Ensure full compliance with WorkSafeBC regulations and all applicable federal, provincial, and local safety legislation

· Establish and maintain safe work practices, procedures, and policies across all departments

· Act as the internal subject-matter expert on occupational health and safety matters

2. Regulatory Compliance & Risk Management

· Conduct regular workplace inspections, hazard assessments, and job safety analyses

· Identify unsafe conditions or behaviours and work with management and supervisors to implement corrective actions

· Ensure compliance with PPE requirements, equipment safety standards, and operational controls

· Serve as the primary liaison with WorkSafeBC and other regulatory or enforcement agencies

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Incident Management & Investigations

· Lead and document incident, near-miss, and hazard investigations

· Perform root cause analysis and develop corrective and preventive actions

· Track corrective actions to completion and verify effectiveness

· Prepare and submit required regulatory reports within mandated timelines

4. Training, Onboarding & Recertification

· Deliver in-house health and safety orientation for all new hires

· Provide ongoing safety training and refresher courses, including required recertifications (e.g., WHMIS, PPE, respirator use, lockout/tagout, confined space, fall protection, etc.)

· Maintain training matrixes and certification records to ensure workforce compliance

· Support supervisors with toolbox talks, job-specific safety briefings, and departmental training

5. Safety Culture & Workforce Engagement

· Promote a proactive, engaged safety culture focused on prevention and accountability

· Maintain a regular shop-floor presence to coach, observe, and support workers and supervisors

· Participate in and support the Joint Health & Safety Committee

· Encourage hazard reporting and employee involvement in safety initiatives

6. Audits, Metrics & Reporting

· Conduct and support internal safety audits and inspections

· Assist with external audits, inspections, and customer or regulatory reviews





· Track and analyze safety performance metrics (e.g., incidents, training compliance, trends)

· Prepare safety reports and recommendations for leadership and management review

7. Documentation & Record Control

· Maintain accurate and up-to-date safety documentation, procedures, and records

· Ensure training, inspection, and incident records are complete, current, and audit-ready

· Support integration of safety documentation with company management systems

8. Continuous Improvement

· Identify opportunities to improve safety systems, training effectiveness, and risk controls

· Support management in implementing corrective actions and preventative measures

· Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives that reduce incidents, downtime, and risk

Skills

- Manufacturing experience with a solid understanding of site safety protocols
- Minimum 2+ years experience with investigations, mobile equipment training and WorkSafe Audits
- Holds certifications in training employees on mobile equipment
- Strong communication skills to effectively train staff and liaise with regulatory bodies
- Ability to analyze risks critically and develop practical solutions
- Detail-oriented with excellent organizational skills to manage multiple safety programs simultaneously

Join us to be part of a energetic team committed to building a safer workplace where innovation meets responsibility. Your dedication will directly contribute to our mission of delivering top-tier products while prioritizing the health and safety of everyone involved. Pay: $65,000.00-$80,000.00 per year

Benefits

- Casual dress
- On-site parking
- Paid time off

Work Location: In person

📌 Health and Safety Officer (Kamloops)
🏢 Progressive Rubber Industries
📍 Kamloops