Safety Officer / First Aid Attendant (Contract – Victoria, BC)
Duration: 3-4 weeks
Start: Approx Nov 13th
Location: Victoria area (local or near‑local applicants preferred)
Kel‑Tech Safety Services is seeking a reliable, professional Safety Officer/Advanced First Aid Attendant to support a short‑term contract in the Victoria area. This is a local hire position; applicants on Vancouver Island will be given priority.
This project requires full availability. If you have other work, school, or personal commitments that prevent you from being fully available for the duration of the project, please do not apply.
Compensation & Overtime Rates
- Monday–Friday is paid at: (Note: Shifts are 10-12 hours depending on requirement)
- Pay:
- 8 hours: straight time
- 8–10 hours: time‑and‑a‑half
- Over 10 hours: double time
- Weekends:
- 0–8 hours: time‑and‑a‑half
- Over 8 hours: double time
Responsibilities
- Implement Owner/Client safety policies and ensure compliance with all applicable regulations.
- Conduct regular inspections and audits; identify hazards and recommend corrective actions.
- Investigate incidents, near misses, and unsafe conditions; support root‑cause analysis.
- Maintain accurate records of inspections, training, and safety activities.
- Support safety orientations, toolbox talks, and worker coaching.
- Collaborate with supervisors and workers to maintain a safe, respectful work environment.
- Stay current with industry best practices and regulatory requirements.
- Gas test voids on vessels and safely access/egress smaller spaces — requires good physical condition and the ability to climb stairs and navigate tight areas.
- Operate a First Aid “golf cart” safely and professionally.
- Qualifications
- Experience as a Safety Officer, CSO, or similar role.
- Strong working knowledge of OHS regulations.
- Confident hazard‑identification and risk‑assessment skills.
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to coach workers respectfully.
- Physically fit — this role involves walking, stairs, and accessing tight spaces.
- Organized, detail‑oriented, and able to maintain accurate documentation.
- Able to work independently while supporting a team environment.
- Current Advanced (Level 3) First Aid ticket.
- Confined space experience and working near water are assets.
Professional Expectations
- Must be punctual, fit for duty, and able to commit to the full project with no conflicting obligations.
- Must present yourself professionally — clean, appropriate clothing and PPE.
- Must provide your own basic PPE:
- Steel‑toed work boots
- Hard hat
- High‑visibility vest
- Gloves
- Approved safety glasses
- Photo ID is required to access worksite
- Must be able to interact with workers, supervisors, and clients in a polite, skilled manner at all times.
How to Apply If you meet the above qualifications and are committed to supporting a safe, professional work environment, we want to hear from you.
Please submit your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your relevant experience to:
[email protected]
Pay: $35.00-$40.00 per hour
Ability to commute/relocate
- Victoria, BC: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Work Location: In person
📌 Construction Safety Officer with Advanced First Aid (Victoria)
🏢 Kel-Tech Safety Services
📍 Victoria