Job Summary Reporting to the Manager, Employee Health & Safety (EHS), the Health and Safety Coordinator supports the Prevention team by providing operational support for health and safety programs across the school district.

The role also supports project planning, coordination, implementation, tracking and reporting for health and safety projects and initiatives.

Responsibilities

Assist in planning, executing, and tracking health and safety initiatives, timelines, and action items.

Coordinate project activities across departments and sites.

Liaise with internal departments and external partners to support implementation.

Maintain project documentation and prepare regular project status updates and reports.

Track safety records, address deficiencies, and resolve or escalate compliance issues.

Participate in audits, hazard assessments, inspections, and incident investigations and support implementation of corrective actions.

Develop and maintain safety documentation including checklists, procedures, inspection forms, and training materials.

Support the development and delivery of training.

Assist with safety communications and toolbox talks.QUALIFICATIONS Education & Experience Diploma in Occupational Health & Safety and three years’ recent related experience.

Valid B.C.

Driver's License Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

Working knowledge of health and safety legislation and safe work practices.

Strong interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills with the ability to communicate and build trust with a variety of partners.

Strong organization and project management skills and ability to manage multiple, concurrent activities.

Solid analytical and problem-solving skills.

Ability to work as part of a team as well as independently.





Ability to exercise tact and discretion and maintain a calm, skilled approach to sensitive situations.

Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, Teams, Share

Point) and health and safety platforms.

Commitment to inclusion and belonging and building a caring and respectful workplace.

What we're offering Comprehensive Benefits Package - Extended Medical, Vision and Dental - Life Insurance, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability - Employee Family Assistance Program - Municipal Pension 13 Paid Holidays, plus Sick & Vacation Time Supportive workplace with a positive and productive work environment.

Feel a sense of security and safety to act, speak, and reflect who you are The salary range for this position is $80,828 to $101,034 per year with comprehensive benefits package and Municipal Pension.

Placement in the salary range is determined by an assessment of qualifications and ability to meet the key requirements of the job, and consideration of internal equity comparisons.

The midpoint of the range represents an employee that possesses full job knowledge, qualifications, and experience for the position.

Qualified applicants can apply by clicking the "apply" button to the right of the posting.

The closing date for this position is October 21, 2026 at 4:00pm.

Surrey Schools recognizes the importance of accessibility and supporting the diverse needs of our community.

If there is any accommodation you may require for your interview, whether related to accessibility or otherwise, please do not hesitate to advise and we will make every effort to meet your needs.

Note: Successful applicants will be required to consent to a Criminal Records Search prior to employment.

Only those applicants selected for interviews will be contacted.

To all others, thank you for your interest.

📌 Health & Safety Coordinator (British Columbia)
🏢 York Region District School Board
📍 British Columbia