Job PostingDo you enjoy working with a close team of supportive professionals? Do you want to commit to an organization with an outstanding record for safety and reliability? Are you searching for an employer who provides amazing perks and works hard to provide a work-life balance for their employees? If so, look no further!!Harbour Air is looking for a Specialist, Safety to provide specialized expertise and coordination across our Safety Management System (SMS) and corporate safety programs. You'll lead occurrence investigations, develop and deliver safety training, and manage the data and metrics that keep our safety decisions evidence-based. This is a role for someone who can see the systemic pattern behind an occurrence, not just the immediate cause.LOCATION: Head Office, Vancouver, BC (555 Burrard Street)TERM: Full Time RegularDepartment: Head of People, Culture and SafetyResponsibilities And ExpectationsSMS Investigations and AnalysisLead SMS occurrence investigations, applying structured root cause methodologies to identify systemic and organizational contributing factorsConduct initial risk assessments and coordinate the assignment, tracking, and completion of investigationsEnsure investigations are completed, reviewed, and published in line with SMS processes and Just Culture principlesMonitor occurrences for emerging trends and high-risk events requiring escalation to the Manager, SafetySafety Training, Education and PromotionDevelop, maintain, and deliver corporate and aviation safety training programs, including the Company Safety Orientation (CSO)Apply Aviation Safety Officer (ASO) qualification standards from the CCAA to strengthen training design and deliveryDeliver safety promotion and awareness initiatives that encourage hazard reporting and transparencyLearning Management System (LMS) and Compliance TrackingManage the full suite of safety LMS courses across the organization, including assignment, completion tracking, and compliance reporting to leadersManage the Transportation of Dangerous Goods (TDG) training program and credentialingMaintain safety training records to an audit-ready, regulatory-compliant standardRegulatory Coordination and ReportingCoordinate with external regulators including Transport Canada,



ESDC, CHRC, and WorkSafeBCComplete regulatory reports and returns accurately and within required timelinesMonitor regulatory developments and assess their impact across safety programs and trainingSafety Program Audits and AssuranceAct as the organization's main internal point of contact for safety program audits, working with an external safety subject matter expertCoordinate audit planning, evidence gathering, and stakeholder scheduling across departments and basesTrack corrective action plans through to closureSafety Data, Metrics and Performance DashboardsCreate and maintain a monthly safety metrics dashboard, including WorkSafeBC injury rates, lost-time statistics, and occurrence dataAnalyze safety data across multiple sources to identify trends and areas for improvementPresent data-driven insights that inform safety decision-making by the Manager, Safety and department leadersSafety Project Management and Continuous ImprovementPlan, coordinate, and deliver assigned safety projects using structured project management practicesDefine project scope, schedules, and stakeholder communications, reporting progress and risks to the Manager, SafetyApply systems thinking to the continuous improvement of safety programs and processesQualifications/Assets – What You Bring!RequiredDiploma or bachelor's degree in safety management, occupational health and safety, business administration, or a related field, plus a minimum of 3 years of progressive experience in aviation safety, occupational health and safety, or safety program coordination within a regulated operational workplace, or an equivalent combination of education and experienceAviation Safety Officer (ASO) qualification through the CCAA or equivalentWorking knowledge of Transport Canada's Canadian Aviation Regulations (CARs), Canada Labour Code Part II,



Aviation Occupational Health and Safety Regulations, Transportation of Dangerous Goods Regulations, and WorkSafeBC reporting requirementsSolid understanding of Safety Management Systems, including hazard identification, risk assessment, occurrence investigation, and safety promotionStrong analytical skills, with proficiency in Excel and dashboard or reporting toolsExcellent written and verbal communication skills, with the tact and discretion required for investigations and regulatory coordinationPreferredCertified Associate in Project Management (CAPM), completed or in progressTransportation of Dangerous Goods (TDG) certification and investigation or root cause analysis trainingAbout Harbour Air GroupWe connect BC's communities, bringing Safety First, Service, Integrity, Efficiency, and Team Spirit to every decision, every customer interaction, and every destination we serve.Launched in 1982, Harbour Air is North America's largest seaplane airline. With around 500 employees, it flies more than half a million passengers annually both within BC and to/from Seattle, USA.Our people are the backbone of our organization, and we are committed to creating a culture that inspires one another to achieve extraordinary success. We have regularly been honoured as the recipient of numerous awards including BC's Top 55 Employers and Canada's Most Admired Corporate Cultures.DEADLINE: October 9, 2026We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.Harbour Air is an equal opportunity employer; we are committed to Diversity and Inclusion and value a diverse workforce. Together, we continue to build an inclusive culture that encourages, supports, and celebrates the diverse voices of our employees. It fuels our innovation and connects us closer to our customers and communities we serve.Harbour Air is committed to developing a barrier-free recruitment process and work environment. Accommodations in relation to the job selection process are available upon request. If you require any accommodation, please email [email protected] and we will work with you to meet your accessibility needs.

📌 Safety Specialist (Vancouver)
🏢 Harbour Air
📍 Vancouver