The Occupational Health & Safety Coordinator plays a key role in promoting a safe, healthy, and engaging workplace at Cypress Mountain. This position is responsible for ensuring compliance with Occupational Health & Safety (OHS) legislation and best practices. They will support on implementation and oversee workplace safety programs, policies, and procedures to ensure compliance. This role helps to safeguard team member well-being while enhancing the overall team experience, to maintain a physical and psychological safe and productive work environment.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES & DUTIES (including but not limited to the following):
· Coordinate implementation of worker safety training and programming to meet and exceed all required provincial/federal regulations including WorkSafeBC.
· Ensure delivery of job-specific OHS education and training to workers, ensuring compliance with legislation.
· Assisting the Director of Risk Manangement in the development, implementation, and maintenance of hazard and risk assessments, safe work procedures, written reports, and recommendations in compliance with applicable OHS Acts and Regulations.
· Advise and monitor compliance with WorkSafeBC, OHS mandates, and other pertinent legislation /regulations; monitor safety records, recommend changes/improvements for consideration to senior management. Notify senior management of any apparent issues of non-compliance as required by law.
· Assist in the development, review, and maintenance of emergency preparedness procedures; oversee drills, exercises, and team member training.
· Coordinate and facilitate workplace safety training programs, including:
o New and Young Worker Health and Safety Orientations.
o Supervisor and Manager Due Diligence training.
o Joint Occupational Health & Safety Committee (JOHSC) training.
· Help ensure JOHSC operations including routine inspections, investigations, trend analysis, mitigation strategies, and reporting are maintained.
· Maintain COR certification through annual audits, documentation, and continuous improvement.
· Manage workplace injuries, including WorkSafeBC claims and return-to-work programs.
· Demonstrates a positive, courteous, and collaborative approach by supporting and assisting fellow Cypress Mountain team members in the performance of their duties.
· Performs other related duties as assigned.
· Embrace the company’s core values:
o K.R.P. - Kindness, Respect and Professionalism in every interaction.
o L.E.A.D.S. - Long Term Thinking, Excellence in Execution, Attitude is Everything, Develop Great People and Serve First.
QUALFICATIONS/COMPETENCIES:
· Ability to access varying terrain on skis or snowboard.
· Strong analytical, communication and leadership skills for managing risks and coaching team members.
· Excellent time management and organizational skills with the ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
· Strong knowledge of industry regulations, safety standards, and best practices.
· Excellent interpersonal skills, problem solving and decision-making skills.
· Adaptable to work effectively in a diverse and ever-changing working environment.
· Ski industry experience an asset.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
· College diploma or bachelor's degree in Occupational Health, Environmental Health, or a related discipline preferred. An equivalent combination of education, professional certifications, and relevant experience will also be considered.
· Proficient in Microsoft Office, administrative skills and the ability to use computers/web programs to enter data and process information.
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:
· Legally able to work in Canada.
· Valid B.C. driver's license w/insured and reliable vehicle for travel to and from the mountain.
· Any applicable safety training is an asset (i.e. WHMIS, Fall protection, WorkSafeBC training).
WAGE/BENEFITS:
· Salary: $65,000 -75,000 (DOE)
· Competitive benefits package including RRSP matching.
· Enjoy UNLIMITED ALL MOUNTAIN ACCESS to skiing, snowboarding, cross-country, snowshoeing, and snow tubing. Season pass(es) for partner and minor children living at the same address.
· Sharpen your skills with FREE LESSONS.
· Save with exclusive TEAM MEMBER DISCOUNTS in Rentals, Retail, and in F&B outlets.
· Enjoy skiing/riding PERKS at sister resorts and other reciprocal mountains.
· Connect through FUN TEAM EVENTS and social activities all season long.
· GROW YOUR CAREER with hands-on learning opportunities.
· Work on the BIGGEST LOCAL MOUNTAIN.
· Ride the BEST SNOW & TERRAIN.
· Be part of a ONE-OF-A-KIND mountaintop workplace where you’ll create life-long memories.
TO APPLY:
Cypress Mountain is an equal opportunity employer and encourages candidates of all backgrounds to apply. If you are passionate about safety and thrive in a collaborative environment, we invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity. Apply now at www.cypressmountain.com/employment
The above description is a general overview of the responsibilities of the position but is not intended to be all-encompassing. Additional or alternative responsibilities may be assigned and discussed, depending on the dynamic needs of the department and Cypress Mountain Resort as a whole.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $65,000.00-$75,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company events
- Dental care
- Discounted or free food
- Extended health care
- Flexible schedule
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- RRSP match
- Store discount
- Vision care
Application question(s):
- Do you have your own reliable transportation to get to/from the mountain (located in West Vancouver, 30mins from downtown)?
- Flexible availability required including weekends/holidays/evenings, especially during winter and summer operations - do you have this type of availability?
- • Do you ski or snowboard?
Work Location: In person
