Who Can Apply?Internal (DCC Employees) and External (General Public)Salary Range$80,886 - $105,152Employment StatusContinuingFlexible Work OptionHybrid (3 days/week)Security LevelSecretLanguage RequirementEnglish EssentialClosing Date18/09/2026CountryCanadaThe Coordinator, Health and Safety, supports sites and regional offices by ensuring compliance with corporate and industrial health and safety frameworks, and ensures that staff follow established health and safety policies and procedures. The incumbent promotes and coordinates health and safety efforts with multiple stakeholders (e.G. construction coordinators), audits contractor health and safety plans, and investigates health and safety incidents.PrimaryAct as a site resource on health and safety policy and legislationPromote and coordinate health and safety efforts with multiple stakeholdersUpdate contract documents to include appropriate safety requirementsReview contractor safety submissionsConduct safety inspections of project sites and complete monitoring documentationCollaborate and share best practicesPrepare, coordinate and chair monthly staff safety meetingsSupport corporate health and safety requirementsDevelop and maintain effective relationships within DCC, and with industry, the Client-Partners and/or stakeholdersManage riskOtherAct as a regional resource in support of health and safety management.Investigate accidents and incidents, and meet all associated reporting requirementsMaintain relationships with provincial and federal regulatory authoritiesOrganize, present and/or participate in health and safety training and developmentOther duties as assignedGeneral and Specific KnowledgeBest practices, methods, trends and legislation in health and safetyRisk management principlesFormal Education And/or Certification(s) And ExperienceMinimum: college diploma in occupational health and safety, industrial hygiene or related field with two years' relevant experience, or the equivalentPreferred: related industry designation (e.G.



Canadian Registered Safety Professional)AbilitiesUse applicable computer software and operating systemsApply risk management techniquesDevelopment and LeadershipProvide functional advice and guidance to employeesWorking ConditionsTypical construction site setting; incumbent is required to wear basic safety equipmentSome work may be in a typical office environment with occasional travelCheck Out Your BenefitsWorking with us offers excellent opportunities for growth and advancement—and entitles you to one of the job market's best benefits packages valued at between 25 and 30% of your salary.Your Package IncludesHealth and Wellness100% employer-paid annual sick leave, and health and dental premiums$400 wellness allowance to help cover expenses such as a gym membership$2,500 for mental health services on top of regular $2,500 paramedical coverageTelus Virtual Health Care and $750 Health Care Spending Account for some expenses not covered under provincial plansHome and FamilyLife, accidental-death, and short-term disability insuranceEnhanced inConfidence employee and family assistance programMaternity and parental leave top-up plan to 93% of regular gross earnings for up to 37 weeksFlexible workplace options, including $400 allowance every two years, to support working from homeLeave and RetirementPublic-service pensionComprehensive vacation and other paid-leave plans, along with enhanced travel benefits coverageTo begin a career with Defence Construction Canada (DCC), you must be a Canadian Citizen or a permanent resident of Canada. As a condition of employment with DCC, a minimum reliability security status clearance is required and some roles may require secret security status clearance.DCC is responsible for the Personnel Security Clearance process. Typically to be eligible for a "Reliability" clearance, you must have five years of verifiable background information and to be eligible for a "Secret" clearance, you must have 10 years of verifiable background information. The process usually involves reference inquiries, verification of qualifications,



criminal records checks, and credit checks (as required) and may require fingerprints. For more information about obtaining a security clearance, please review the Standard on Security Screening .Requiredcriminal record checksreference checksprevious employmentopen source checkscredit/financial statusDCC's Code of Business Conduct (Code) is a condition of employment. It serves to enhance public confidence in the integrity of DCC Employees and provides clarity to Employees on a number of issues, including real or perceived conflicts of interest. Before applying to this (or any) position at DCC, candidates shall familiarize themselves with the Code, because new employees are required to certify that they have read, understood, and agreed to observe the Code upon commencing work at DCC. Employees are further required to review their obligations under the Code and notify the President's Office of any changes in their circumstances at the earliest possible opportunity, and to complete the Annual Update once a year.Be part of a diverse and inclusive workplace!Roles at DCC will require security at various levels including Reliability, Secret, Top Secret and for Canadian Eyes Only (proof of Citizenship required). While we welcome applications to our roles who are not Canadian citizens who are eligible to work in Canada and have at least 5 years of verifiable background information, selection will depend on the specific role's requirements.At DCC, we are committed to ensuring everyone has a voice and can be their authentic selves in our workplace. We actively encourage applications from all, including but not limited to, women, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, visible minorities and members of the LGBTQ2+ community.DCC's goal is to provide barrier-free access to employment opportunities and workspaces for employees and candidates. If you require an accommodation for the recruitment/interview process (including alternate formats of materials, accessible meeting rooms or other accommodations), please let us know and we will work with you to meet your needs. Should you require accommodation, please email [email protected] .

📌 Coordinator, Health & Safety (Yellowknife)
🏢 Defence Construction Canada
📍 Yellowknife