25 Sep
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British Columbia Conservation Foundation
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Surrey
25 Sep
British Columbia Conservation Foundation
Surrey
Safety Coordinator and Check-ins MonitorLocation: Surrey, BC or Kamloops, BCPotential for some remote workWage: $25/hrType: Permanent position with a 3-month probation periodHours: 27.5 office hours per week, Monday to Friday, plus after-hours on-call coverage for missed check-in monitoring and compensated at a weekly flat rate equivalent to 10 additional hours including on-call coverage on weekday evenings and one weekend per month.Anticipated Start Date: ASAPClosing Date: September 25, 2026Job DescriptionBC Conservation Foundation is seeking an energetic, organized, and adaptable person for a quick-paced, primarily desk-based role focused on safety-related coordination, documentation, and administrative support for work-term centered conservation projects.This is not a typical HSE position involving regular safety inspections, field audits, or frequent site visits; the day-to-day work is largely paper-centric and involves managing monthly safety expenditures, charge-outs, safety orientations for new temporary hires, check-in monitoring, and other safety-related paperwork.The ideal candidate enjoys handling a busy and complex administrative workload, has a strong interest in workplace safety, and is comfortable working with detailed information in a remote or office-based environment. Occasional site visits may be added over time, but they are not a core focus of the position. The successful candidate will bring a positive, can-do attitude, a willingness to learn and adapt, and the ability to respond quickly while maintaining a high standard of accuracy and attention to detail.ResponsibilitiesWorking closely with the foundation's Regional Coordinators and Accounting Department, the Safety Coordinator and Check-ins Monitor provides health and safety support to projects. The Safety Coordinator maintains the existing Occupational Health and Safety Program, monitors the lone worker check-in system, ensures safety costs are properly processed and promotes a positive safety culture in the workplace, especially for term-based employees. Tasks include:Conduct safety orientations for new and return hiresEnsure Project Safety Assessments (PSAs)
are completed by the employee(s), and ensure appropriate safety control measures are in place to minimize the risk of injuryUse, monitor and organize third-party check in services (i.E., SafetyLine) to monitor fieldwork staff across the provinceUse sound judgment to calmly and effectively respond to fieldwork emergencies and missed check-insSet up, test, activate, distribute and inventory inReach devices as requiredPurchase, maintain, distribute and inventory safety equipment, including first aid kits, truck kits, bear spray, satellite communication devices and project-specific gearTrack rental safety gear and SafetyLine usage and prepare cost paperwork for approval by project managers before submitting to the accounting department for processingOversee and deliver Joint Occupational Health and Safety Committee (JOHSC) meetings and take meeting minutes.Report workplace injuries and near misses to all applicable internal parties (e.G. project managers and payroll department) and to WorkSafeBC, and complete incident investigations where requiredStay current on WorkSafeBC regulations and industry safety initiativesProvide health and safety support and guidance to Project Coordinators and employeesEffectively disseminate workplace safety information throughout the organization using email, newsletters, safety bulletins and meetings.Enhance content for the safety section of the BC Conservation Foundation websiteAssist colleagues on other organizational tasks as needed.QualificationsYou live in the Metro Vancouver or Kamloops area and are legally able to work in Canada (i.E.
you have a valid permanent Social Insurance Number).Demonstrated ability to work effectively in high-stress situationsWilling to be available after office hours during designated on-call periodsAdvanced knowledge of MS Office SuiteExcellent verbal and written communication skillsFieldwork experience in remote locations with an environmental background preferredAbility to recognize and meet deadlinesAssetsA passion for conservation and making a differenceExperience in non-profit, community or government roles and working with diverse stakeholders, including experience with Indigenous communities is an assetAbility tothrive in a busy, deadline-drivenand information-rich workplaceQuick to learn and collaborativeaspartof a teambutcan work independentlyExceptional attention to detail and quality while managing multiple projectsHighlyorganizedwith a desire forproducing high-quality workSound analytical, problem-solving, computer and organizational abilities, and robust interpersonal skillsSound judgement, initiative, discretion, andpreviousexperience in dealing with all levels of staff, external clients, and suppliersExcellent written and spoken English language skills. Other language skills are an assetSafety certification, safety-related experience, or express interest in workplace safetyAdditional Perks of the JobGenerous extended health advantages package after three monthsMatching RRSP employer contributions after two years of serviceA chance to make an impact on the health of our planetHybrid remote/office work environmentOur Commitment to Equity and InclusionWe recognize the importance of a diversified workforce, and we encourage Indigenous People(s), First Nations, and Métis candidates, women, members of visible minority groups and diverse ability persons to apply.British Columbia Conservation Foundation recognizes, acknowledges and appreciates that we are able to live, work and learn on the traditional territories of the First Nations and Indigenous Peoples of BC. Acknowledging the principles of truth and reconciliation, we recognize and respect the history, languages and cultures of First Nations, Metis, Inuit and all Indigenous Peoples of Canada whose presence continues to enrich our lives and country.
📌 Safety Coordinator And Check-Ins Monitor (Surrey)
🏢 British Columbia Conservation Foundation
📍 Surrey