Safety Coordinator

 

Description:

The Vancouver Public Library (VPL) is the third largest public library system in Canada, with 800 staff members offering services at 21 branches across the city. VPL values a diverse workforce which represents the vibrant community we so proudly service. Consider joining our committed team of staff and being part of an innovative, inclusive, and rewarding workplace.

**Job Summary:** Reporting to the Human Resources Director, the incumbent takes the lead to conduct Occupational Health Safety (OH&S) assessments required by and in compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety Regulation. This position is required to anticipate, recognize, evaluate and recommend changes to Library procedures relating to OH&S. Writing or updating procedures through consultation with employees and with management approval is required. The incumbent maintains a consulting relationship to the Neighbourhood Services Managers, Branch Heads and Supervisors. As a member of the OH&S Committee the position works collaboratively with other HR consultants, department managers and supervisors from all areas of VPL as required.

**Job Requirements**

**Duties & Responsibilities:**

- Implement and monitor compliance and safety initiatives with new or existing safety and health programs in consultation with City of Vancouver Safety Specialist

- Review and provide recommendations to ensure OH&S regulatory compliance through ongoing review including conducting audits and inspections

- Work with site supervisor on orders, draft response letter & ensure compliance with ongoing communication from WSBC

- Represent VPL on the OHS Committee and ensure follow up on all matters related to the committee

- Conduct an annual review of VPL's Safety Program

- Conduct worksite and safety incident inspections as needed and make recommendations to ensure compliance

- Update and maintain documentation on training & a training program for Supervisors for the RSI Committee

- Manage and document all staff ergonomic issues/assessments, including ensuring ergonomics are addressed when relocating/renovating

- Provide training to VPL staff as per OHS requirements and deliver Safety Talks as required

- Conduct relevant annual assessments such as First Aid Assessment and Risk Assessment at all worksites

- Coordinate response to all OHS matters related to VPL to ensure follow through and completion

- Work with the Managers of Facilities and Security

- Clearly document and describe specific hazards and potential consequences to the hazards present in workspaces

- Develop, collect and report on appropriate metrics

- Review, edit or write work procedures related to ergonomic issues/assessments

- Communicate and listen to all staff and actively promote a workplace committed to Health and Safety

- Other duties/responsibilities as assigned

**Education/Qualifications:**

- Undergraduate degree or diploma in a formal health and safety program

- Certified or Registered safety designation is preferred (CRSP, CIH, ROH)

- A minimum of three years of full-time safety management or consultant experience preferred

- Experience conducting investigations and assessments for an organization or as a safety consultant

- Considerable experience interpreting and applying the BC Workers Compensation Act and the OH&S Regulation in organizations

- Experience working in a unionized or public sector organization an asset

- Valid driver's license and an acceptable driver's abstract

**Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:**

- Considerable knowledge of BC Workers Compensation Act and the OH&S Regulation

- Knowledge of municipal hazards and risks and applicable Regulations

- Ability to provide work direction and work as a team member

- Ability to work collaboratively and interact respectfully and persuasively with a variety of managers, employees and union leaders

- Ability to provide timely and effective service and meet deadlines

- Ability to prepare and deliver safety information to adult learners

- Ability to develop and write procedures

- Ability to work with a variety of computer programs including word-processing, spreadsheets and databases