OHS Specialist

We are seeking a OHS Specialist to oversee safety for our high tech R&D clients facilities in the Vancouver area. This position will focus on implementing and maintaining operational safety activities. Duties include participation in work permit approvals, inspections/audits, emergency response, corrective actions, and space management efforts, among other responsibilities. Advantages - Competitive compensation including comprehensive benefits and pension plan - Opportunities for career advancement Responsibilities - Support the Implementation, and maintenance of OHS policies, procedures, and programs. - Support work permits programs (hot work, confined space, electrical, controlled access, etc.) for tasks performed in assigned facilities. - Ensure permit conditions are met on-site and coordinate with supervisors/permit holders to close permits appropriately. - Perform and document regular facility inspections/audits (daily, weekly, monthly as assigned), identify hazards, and raise corrective actions. - Lead decluttering and housekeeping initiatives at the facility level to reduce hazards, combustible loading, signage, and improve safe access and egress. - Track corrective actions to closure and verify effectiveness on-site. - Record, assign, and follow up on corrective actions stemming from inspections, audits, Noncompliance Reports, or incidents. - Support supervisors and other workers to plan and implement remedial measures, ensuring documentation and verification. - Participate in risk assessments, safety audits, and job hazard analyses for work in assigned areas and provide practical mitigation input. - Prepare required local documentation and support preparation of regulatory reports as directed by OH&S manager. - Assist delivering OHS training programs for employees, researchers, and contractors. - Coordinate and conduct safety drills, program testing, and emergency response exercises. - Lead and/or significantly support incident and emergency responses and support investigations of workplace incidents, accidents, and near-misses to determine root causes and implement preventive measures. Qualifications - Bachelor of Science degree in occupational health & safety or a related discipline; or equivalent combination of education and experience. - Three (3) years of progressive OH&S field experience in industrial, laboratory, medical, or research facility settings. - Inspectorial experience is preferred. - Professional certifications (CRSP, CIH, NEBOSH, CSP, or equivalent) are an asset but not required.