About O.K. Industries Ltd.
O.K. Industries Ltd. is one of Vancouver Island's leading road construction companies. Our operations include asphalt paving, concrete, aggregate production, crushing, asphalt plants, road maintenance, and heavy civil construction.
Safety is more than compliance at O.K. Industries it is a core value that guides how we work, lead, and care for one another. We are committed to creating a workplace where every employee goes home safe every day.
Position Overview
We are seeking an experienced health and safety professional to join our team in a leadership development role. Working alongside the Health & Safety Team, you will support and strengthen our company-wide health and safety program while gaining a deep understanding of our operations, people, and culture.
The successful candidate will work closely with operations, supervisors, and employees to promote a positive safety culture, support regulatory compliance, and drive continuous improvement across our organization.
Our goal is to develop the successful candidate into the future Health & Safety Manager role as they demonstrate the leadership, technical knowledge, and understanding of our business needed to lead the department.
What You'll Do
Field Leadership
- Build positive working relationships with employees, supervisors, managers, clients, and subcontractors.
- Coach and support supervisors and managers in developing strong safety leadership within their teams.
- Split time in the field and office supporting crews across all divisions.
- Conduct workplace inspections, safety observations, and hazard assessments while working collaboratively with operations to implement practical solutions.
- Promote a proactive, positive, and engaging safety culture throughout the organization.
Health & Safety Program
- Maintain and continuously improve the company's Health & Safety Program.
- Support COR Programs, internal audits, and regulatory compliance.
- Lead or assist with workplace incident investigations and ensure corrective actions are implemented.
- Develop and maintain health and safety policies, procedures, and training materials.
Training & Administration
- Deliver employee orientations, safety training, toolbox talks, and support Joint Occupational Health and Safety Committees.
- Assist with WorkSafeBC claims management and return-to-work planning.
- Maintain safety records, performance metrics, and documentation using digital systems including Salus and Microsoft 365.
- Support company-wide safety initiatives and contribute to the continuous improvement of our health and safety program.
What We're Looking For
We're looking for someone who:
- Leads by example.
- Enjoys building relationships with people at every level of the organization.
- Is comfortable having difficult conversations with professionalism and respect.
- Thinks critically and solves problems collaboratively.
- Balances regulatory compliance with practical operational solutions.
- Communicates effectively both in the office and in the field.
- Is organized, self-motivated, and able to manage multiple priorities.
- Wants to build a long-term career in health and safety leadership.
Qualifications
Required
- 3+ years relevant occupational health and safety experience, preferably within construction, heavy civil, industrial, manufacturing, or a related industry.
- Working knowledge of the BC Workers Compensation Act and Occupational Health and Safety Regulation.
- Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to build positive working relationships with employees, supervisors, managers, and clients.
- Strong organizational, problem-solving, and time management skills.
- Proficiency with Microsoft 365 applications.
- Valid Class 5 Driver's Licence and willingness to routinely travel throughout Vancouver Island.
Preferred
- National Construction Safety Officer (NCSO) designation or actively working toward certification.
- Diploma, certificate, or post-secondary education in Occupational Health & Safety or a related field.
- COR Auditor certification or experience supporting COR audits.
- Experience with WorkSafeBC claims management and return-to-work programs.
- Experience conducting workplace incident investigations.
- Experience developing and delivering health and safety training.
- Experience using digital health and safety management systems.
Why Join O.K. Industries?
At O.K. Industries, you'll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact while building a long-term career in health and safety leadership. We offer:
- A clear pathway to future leadership within the organization.
- Mentorship and professional development opportunities.
- Diverse work across multiple construction divisions and projects.
- A collaborative team environment committed to continuous improvement.
- Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits.
- The opportunity to influence safety culture and help shape the future of our health and safety program.
Pay: $80,000.00-$100,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company car
- Company pension
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Paid time off
Work Location: In person
