Job Title

Senior Environmental Health and Safety Officer

Job Type

Permanent

Union

MRSA

Position Classification

SPH09 Physical Services IX

Salary Grade

$83,738.20 - $105,978.60

FT or PT

Full-time

Hybrid Work

This position is ineligible

Position End Date (if applicable)

Location

MRU Main Campus - Calgary, AB T3E 6K6 CA (Primary)

About This Position

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About The Role

Working in the Environmental Health &

- Safety (EH&S;) department, this position provides expert technical knowledge, guidance, and mentorship to ensure protected working environments across Mount Royal University. The Senior EH&S; Officer works closely with employees, managers, and senior leadership to maintain regulatory compliance, integrate safe work practices into daily operations, and direct the control of health and safety hazards. The ideal candidate must possess exceptional written and verbal communication skills, strong relationship-building abilities to liaise with internal stakeholders and external regulatory agencies, remain calm and decisive during high-pressure or emergency situations, and be physically capable of performing site inspections in complex environments while using personal protective equipment.

The Environmental

Health &
- Safety department is a small, close-knit team of four managing all aspects of safety across campus.

Responsibilities

- Work with and be the main contact for the MRU Facilities Building Operations, Aviation and several other areas on campus.
- Inspect high-use areas, construction sites, and renovation spaces to ensure compliance with Alberta Occupational Health and Safety (OH&S;) standards and university health and safety policies.
- Conduct departmental safety audits, ergonomic assessments, and safety orientations.
- Act as a mentor and trainer to OH&S; Officers, providing direction, feedback, and supervision of work.
- Maintain fire safety processes including fire warden tracking, fire drills, and fire extinguisher training while liaising with the Calgary Fire Department.
- Serve as redundant backup support for the Lab Safety and BioSafety Specialist.
- Coordinate hazardous waste collection, proper classification, packaging, and disposal in accordance with government regulations.
- Oversee WHMIS/GHS compliance, chemical inventories, and safety data sheet (SDS) maintenance.

- Monitor asbestos management, sample testing supervision, and database maintenance.
- Investigate accidents, incidents, and employee health and safety complaints to determine root causes and implement corrective actions.
- Conduct worksite inspections for specialized equipment (e.g., fall arrest gear, lifts, ladders, hoists).
- Issue and enforce work stoppages or stop-work orders when imminent hazards are identified.
- Develop, implement, and update university-wide Health and Safety policies,



procedures, standards, and safety management programs.
- Ensure alignment between departmental safety protocols and evolving provincial/federal legislation.
- Provide direction and consultation to management, supervisors, and safety committees on hazard evaluation, risk controls, and safety systems.
- Develop and deliver employee safety awareness, training workshops, and accident prevention initiatives.
- Maintain up-to-date expert knowledge of all government standards and legislation governing EH&S.;
- Liaise with regulatory agencies and serve as a standing member on MRU Safety Advisory Groups and committees.
- Stay current on industry standard practices, deliver specialized technical training, and perform other related safety duties as assigned.

Qualifications

- Two-Year Diploma from a Recognized Post-Secondary Institution or Journeyman Ticket (Bachelor’s Degree preferred).
- Professional designation CRSP, or equivalent.
- Demonstrated experience in an EH&S; role focusing on machine and equipment safety, high-hazard work (fall protection, confined spaces, hazardous energy), and contract safety management.
- Comprehensive knowledge of Alberta OH&S; legislation, Building/Fire Codes, WHMIS/GHS, and Certificate of Recognition (COR) standards.
- Proven ability to build positive relationships, influence stakeholders, and communicate effectively with all levels of leadership (including Deans, AVPs, and Vice Presidents).
- Strong leadership skills to direct, mentor, and evaluate the work of other safety officers.
- Ability to handle confidential personnel situations with discretion, sensitivity, and skilled judgment.
- Physical ability to work in varied outdoor/indoor environments, climb ladders, and wear required PPE (including respirators).

Salary Range: $83,738.20 - $105,978.60 Closing Date: September 22, 2026

A cover letter and resume should be submitted in one .pdf document. Please title your .pdf document as follows: [Last Name], [Requisition Number], [Document Title].pdf (ex. Smith, 999999, CV.pdf).

We encourage all qualified applicants to apply, however, Canadian citizens, permanent residents and others currently legally authorized to work in Canada will be given priority. Please note only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. After the close date, you can check on the status of your application through your Career Centre.





New career opportunities arise frequently and are posted as they become available. Please check back often to view our latest postings on our Career Opportunities page.

If you require accommodation to participate in the recruitment process, please notify [email protected] and we will work together on your accommodation request.

About MRU

Founded in 1910 and located in Calgary, Alberta, Canada, Mount Royal University grew into a vibrant college in the 1930s and became a mid-sized university in 2009. A student-focused undergraduate university built on teaching excellence, Mount Royal University is known for our top-calibre programs, high-quality teaching and learning experience, robust delivery of liberal education, scholarly teaching, experiential learning and undergraduate research. MRU serves approximately 15,782 students, including 11,752 full time and 4,030 part-time learners.

MRU offers 13 bachelor's degrees encompassing 37 majors across faculties such as Arts, Business, Communications, Health, Community &

- Education, and Science &
- Technology. With over 74% of its student body drawn from the local area, Mount Royal University primarily serves Calgary and its surrounding region. MRU is a diverse yet close community with over 1,800 employees.

Mount

Royal provides employees the support they need to lead and advance institutional goals. Learn more about MRU's Academic Plan and Strategic Plan.

What We Offer

Talented and committed employees are the driving force behind student success. We strive to be an employer of choice among Canadian post-secondary institutions. At MRU, we recognize that people are a combination of many intersecting identities; we work to cultivate an environment that welcomes the whole person, and harnesses the strength that is available in our diversity, creating a rich and inclusive workplace.

Investing in the learning and development of our employees benefits the individual and the University. A variety of services, resources and programs encourage a healthy, productive workplace. MRU offers a competitive total compensation package including learning/training paid by employer, paid vacation, winter holiday closure, personal days and a free membership in our fully equipped recreation centre.

Positions over six months may also be eligible for health and dental benefits, pension, health and personal spending accounts, and disability benefits.

Our campus offers the convenience of a full medical clinic, dentist and pharmacy, as well as a variety of wellness services such as physiotherapists and massage therapists.

Campus

Recreation offers many activities, including personal training, fitness classes, climbing, aquatics, sports, tournaments and certifications for students, employees and the public.

📌 Senior Environmental Health and Safety Officer (Calgary)
🏢 Mount Royal University
📍 Calgary