Safety Manager

An established and growing transportation services organization is seeking an experienced Safety & Training Manager to lead Occupational Health & Safety (OH&S) and training initiatives within a large, unionized operation. This leadership opportunity combines strategic planning with hands-on operational support to foster a proactive safety culture, ensure regulatory compliance, and drive continuous employee development.

About the Role:

Reporting to senior leadership, you will provide leadership across all aspects of health, safety, and training while partnering with operational leaders to build and sustain a safe, compliant, and high-performing workplace.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the Health & Safety and Training function within a unionized operation.
• Develop, implement, and maintain Occupational Health & Safety programs, policies, and safe work practices.
• Promote employee participation, leadership engagement, and recognition initiatives that strengthen workplace safety culture.
• Act as the primary liaison with WorkSafeBC on policy and operational health and safety matters.
• Partner with managers to identify safety risks, recommend practical solutions, and drive continuous improvement.
• Manage WorkSafeBC claims, return-to-work programs, and occupational injury management.
• Conduct incident investigations, workplace inspections, risk assessments, and ensure corrective actions are implemented.
• Monitor leading and lagging safety indicators, prepare performance reports, and present findings to leadership and Joint Occupational Health & Safety Committees.
• Oversee curriculum design, training delivery, competency assessments, and documentation for frontline operational employees.
• Contribute to emergency preparedness planning and business continuity initiatives.
• Build strong working relationships with internal and external stakeholders while promoting a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.
   

Required Qualifications:

• Post-secondary certificate or diploma in Occupational Health & Safety or a related discipline.
• Minimum 7 years of Occupational Health & Safety experience.
• Minimum 5 years of leadership or management experience.
• Valid Class 5 Driver's Licence with access to a personal vehicle for travel between worksites.
• Strong knowledge of the Workers' Compensation Act, WorkSafeBC regulations, OH&S program management, incident investigations, occupational hygiene, claims management, and return-to-work programs.
• Demonstrated ability to coach, influence, and support managers, supervisors, employees, and Joint Occupational Health & Safety Committee representatives.
• Excellent communication, organizational, planning, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while exercising sound judgement in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with discretion.

Preferred Qualifications;

• Experience working within a unionized environment.
• Professional safety designation such as CRSP (Canadian Registered Safety Professional) or CHSC (Canadian Health & Safety Consultant).

The Successful Candidate Will Be:

• A collaborative and engaging leader who builds strong relationships.
• An effective coach who positively influences leaders and employees.
• Resourceful, solutions-focused, and comfortable making sound decisions in a dynamic operational environment.
• Passionate about creating safe workplaces and driving continuous improvement.
• A strong communicator with the ability to motivate, inspire, and lead by example.

What's On Offer:

• Salary: $95,000 - $115,000 annually, commensurate with experience.
• Annual performance bonus of up to 10%.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and pension benefits.
• Career development opportunities within a leading transportation organization.
• A collaborative and supportive work environment.
• The opportunity to make a meaningful impact by supporting safe, sustainable, and community-focused transportation services.

Employment Details:

• Full-time permanent position based in Vancouver, BC.
• Standard business hours with occasional overtime as operational requirements dictate.
• Candidates must be legally entitled to work in Canada at the time of application.
• The successful candidate must be able to obtain and maintain the required security clearance.

At Aplin — together with our brands CompuStaff, Impact Recruitment, and Vantix Systems — we connect great people with great organizations across North America. We believe diverse teams build stronger companies, and we welcome applicants from all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We use AI tools to assist in a fair and efficient matching process, helping our recruiters connect the right people with the right opportunities. To be considered, applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada, including holding any required permits. Our recruitment services are always free for job seekers.