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Health and Safety Specialist

Randstad

Location:
Canada, Vancouver

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Job Description:

We are seeking a experienced Health & Safety Specialist for a client of ours in the Vancouver area. This is a site based long term contract opportunity. The Health & Safety Specialist provides health and safety support to our clients asset management team, working in partnership with the Health & Safety Manager, Project Managers, and Engineering ... team. This role ensures that safety is integrated into all phases of project planning and execution, focusing on risk mitigation, compliance, and continuous safety improvement. This individual will oversee contractor safety, pre-job safety setup, and field safety verification during capital projects, shutdowns, and maintenance initiatives. With a high volume of capital projects and maintenance initiatives, this role ensures that safety is proactively integrated into project planning and continuously monitored during execution.

Job Responsibility:

Safety Planning & Pre-Job Risk Assessment
Participate in project planning meetings to provide safety input during early design phases
Develop and review Job Safety Analyses (JSAs), Safe Work Plans, and FLRAs for asset management projects
Verify permits, hazard assessments, and work procedures before project execution
Ensure that all contractors meet safety standards before work begins
Contractor Safety & Field Compliance
Conduct pre-job contractor orientations and verify contractor safety management systems
Perform field safety audits and compliance checks on active projects
Ensure that contractors adhere to all Permit-to-Work, Confined Space, Hot Work, and Energy Isolation (LOTO) requirements
Monitor critical work, including high-risk lifts, equipment commissioning, and shutdown activities
Site Inspections & Incident Prevention
Conduct daily field inspections to verify safe work practices and adherence to procedures
Identify non-compliance, unsafe conditions, and improvement opportunities
Work with Project Managers and Supervisors to address potential safety gaps before work begins
Safety Leadership & Training
Coach and mentor project managers, engineers, and contractors on risk management strategies
Lead toolbox talks and safety stand-downs before high-risk project phases
Support HAZOP (Hazard and Operability) studies for critical assets, including stacker reclaimers, ship loaders, and potash dumper operations
Facilitate incident investigations and root cause analyses (ICAM, TapRoot, or 5-Whys) for asset management-related incidents
Rotational Weekend & Critical Project Coverage
Provide on-site support during major shutdowns, weekend projects, or high-risk tasks
Rotate weekend coverage every 3rd or 4th week to ensure critical project execution oversight
Work collaboratively with the Operations & Maintenance Safety Specialists to ensure 24/7 safety support

Requirements:

Registered Safety Professional and/or post secondary education in Health and Safety
Certification in Occupational Health and Safety (CRSP, CHSC, or equivalent) preferred
5+ years of safety experience in heavy industry, construction, or terminal operations
Experience in project safety, contractor safety, or shutdown safety coordination
Familiarity with ISNetworld, Work Order Systems, and Incident Reporting Software
Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)
Strong risk assessment and hazard mitigation expertise
Knowledge of Canadian OH&S Regulations and industry best practices
Ability to facilitate contractor safety programs and inspections
Experience with Permit-to-Work, Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), and Hot Work Programs
Proficiency in HAZOP, ICAM investigations, and root cause analysis methodologies
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Excellent organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities
Ability to work both independently and collaboratively with cross-functional teams

What we offer:

Long term contract opportunity
Opportunities for career advancement
Excellent hourly rate

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
December 21, 2025

Expiration:
February 12, 2026

Work Type:

On-site work

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