Full-time Chance | 5 days/week onsite in Downtown Vancouver | $120,000 - $140,000/annum | Must hold a valid Canadian Work Visa Our client is seeking an experienced Safety Manager to lead the development and implementation of health and safety strategies across multiple waterfront employers . Reporting to the Senior Manager, Safety, this role plays a critical part in advancing industry-wide safety performance, strengthening safety culture, and supporting employers in meeting regulatory and operational safety requirements.

The Safety

Manager will also provide leadership and oversight of claims management, return-to-work (RTW), and vocational rehabilitation programs across multiple organizations. The ideal candidate is a hands-on, solutions-oriented safety professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is comfortable managing complex stakeholder relationships while driving measurable safety outcomes. This person will be expected to travel on-site occasionally to Prince Rupert.

Provide proactive leadership and continuous improvement across the industry by developing and embedding effective safety management systems and audit programs aligned with regulatory requirements. Research, develop, and implement health and safety policies and procedures in consultation with employers and union partners. Educate, coach, and advise employers and staff on safety best practices and regulatory obligations.

Represent employers through participation in industry committees, working groups, and safety-related events. Participate in regulatory review committees and stakeholder forums related to health and safety. Monitor legislative and regulatory changes,



conduct impact assessments, and advise leadership and employers accordingly.

Develop, support, and coordinate emergency preparedness and response programs , including drills and planning activities. Support the continued development and maturation of the safety management system at an industry training facility. Develop annual safety plans and budgets to support industry-wide initiatives.

Maintain cross-departmental communication to ensure alignment on safety priorities and emerging issues. Collaborate with employer representatives to align safety practices, claims processes, and workforce capabilities. Identify workplace hazards and support employers in implementing effective control measures.

Analyze safety trends and emerging risks to recommend proactive mitigation strategies. Develop and maintain safety performance metrics and dashboards , providing data-driven insights to employers and leadership. Support the development of safety training frameworks aligned with regulatory requirements and operational competency needs.

Claims

Management & Return to Work (RTW) Provide high-level guidance on claims management and RTW best practices to ensure alignment with safety objectives.



Maintain strong relationships with employers and operational representatives to support effective claims management. Contribute safety expertise to vocational rehabilitation discussions , including job demands analysis and worker capability assessments.

Support coordination with third-party claims and rehabilitation service providers. Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Health & Safety, Safety Management , or a related field. ~7–10 years of progressive experience in safety leadership roles, including management responsibilities, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. ~ Demonstrated experience leading safety initiatives, audits, and continuous improvement programs. ~ Solid experience managing safety programs, RTW, vocational rehabilitation , and third-party service providers. ~ In-depth understanding of Workers’ Compensation legislation , regulatory compliance, and safety management systems. ~ Experience developing and maintaining standard operating procedures and safety documentation. ~ Proficiency with digital safety management systems , audit platforms, or safety analytics tools. ~ Customer-focused mindset with the ability to work effectively across organizational levels. Professional safety designation such as Canadian Registered Safety Professional (CRSP) .

Competitive Salary Range based on experience: $Opportunity to drive industry-wide safety excellence in a complex, high-impact operational environment. Influence safety culture across multiple employers and stakeholders. Be part of an organization committed to collaboration, integrity, agility, courage, and continuous improvement.

📌 HSE Manager - Field Work (Vancouver)
🏢 Benchmark Recruitment
📍 Vancouver