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Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the Posting End Date.
Job End Date
Ongoing
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Job Summary
This role is responsible for the coordination, planning, administration, promotion, and support of the UBCO Safety Program in accordance with applicable regulations (WorkSafe BC, Transportation of Dangerous Goods (TDG), BC Fire Code etc), best practices, guidelines, policies, and standards. This role supports incident investigation, response and reporting, general worksite inspections and advises on the safety programming for administrative units at the university (i.e., Facilities Management, Information Technology, Food Services). This role supports compliance and JOHSC engagement by administering the worksite inspection and accident investigation program. This role supports campus supervisors towards fulfilling their HSE roles through awareness, training and coaching as required.
Organizational Status
This position reports to directly to the Associate Director – HSE and works closely with other members of the HSE team. This position interacts with administrative units and faculties and plays an integral role in the functioning of the HSE departmental responsibilities.
Work Performed
Liaises with the UBC supervisors and workers, on health and safety issues including, but not limited to, inspections, incident investigations, fall protection, confined space, mobile equipment operation, ergonomics, and kitchen safety.
Supports and confirms regulatory compliance and implementation of best practices through a program of education, training, inspection and evaluation.
Conducts workplace inspections of UBC facilities work areas, kitchens and other work areas to verify compliance with WorkSafe BC, TDG, BC Fire Code, UBC policies and procedures, and best practices.
Provides guidance on incident investigation process and submits 30-day investigation reports to WorkSafeBC as required to meet compliance requirements.
Reports all inspection findings to the area supervisor and the applicable HSE Advisor or Associate Director.
Develops materials for local toolbox talks and educational campaigns.
Provides ergonomics consultations to prevent related symptoms and injury and to support the UBC Okanagan return to work program.
Assists in the selection and proper use of any required personal protective equipment, and engineering controls to minimize risk of injury and/or exposure.
Responsible for JOHSCs and LSTs by providing consultation and guidance regarding HSE compliance requirements and UBC O HSE programs and services.
Responsible for supporting the implementation of a comprehensive and coordinated HSE program and associated awareness and training strategy.
Supports the development and implementation of the UBC O worksite inspections and incident investigation programs to support JOHSCs and to ensure compliance with applicable legislation.
Conducts other related duties as directed to support the implementation of HSE objectives.
Consequence of Error/Judgement
This position supports the implementation of safety programs and practices which conform to various federal, provincial and municipal regulations through the development and implementation of safety training, consultation and inspection programs. Inadequate training or consultation could result in serious injury or disease to faculty and staff and students; loss of equipment or facilities; fines and legal liability to UBC as well as loss of reputation to UBC.
Supervision Received
Work supervised by the Associate Director – HSE.
Supervision Given
This position does not directly supervise full or part-time staff. This position provides functional supervision of workers, including faculty and staff, towards meeting compliance requirements.
Minimum Qualifications
College Diploma in a relevant discipline. Minimum of one year experience, or the equivalent combination of education and experience.
Willingness to respect diverse perspectives, including perspectives in conflict with one’s own
Demonstrates a commitment to enhancing one’s own awareness, knowledge, and skills related to equity, diversity, and inclusion
Preferred Qualifications
Thorough and demonstrated knowledge of Occupational Safety.
Demonstrated working knowledge of pertinent regulations (WorkSafe BC related regulations, WHMIS, TDG, BC Fire Code), guidelines and best practices.
BC Class 5 Driver’s License or equivalent.
Work will involve visiting work sites both indoors and outdoors at all times of the year and, on occasion at different times of the day or week; the use of personal protective equipment such as respirators, hard hats and safety footwear required while on some work sites; may be required to climb ladders, crawl under buildings and enter restricted or confined spaces. Up to 50 per cent of time will be spent in an office setting compiling reports, data entry and attending meetings.