Advisor (Health & Safety)
About The Position
The Saskatchewan Construction Safety Association (SCSA) is a non-profit organization funded by the construction industry, providing cost-effective, quality safety training, programs, and advice through its Business Services. The team is committed to injury prevention and supporting a safe, healthy, and profitable industry in Saskatchewan. The Advisor role is ideal for a self-motivated, organized individual passionate about promoting safety, building relationships, and helping organizations strengthen their safety culture. This position requires hands-on safety experience or formal OHS training, professionalism, comfort with technology, and confidence in both field and office environments. The successful candidate will bring a positive, solutions-focused approach, handle challenging situations with confidence and respect, and be able to work independently while contributing to a strong team culture. Advisors work directly with member companies and customers to promote safety education, support the adoption of SCSA programs and services, build effective relationships, conduct health and safety management system audits, and deliver professional, high-quality safety education, service, and guidance tailored to member needs.
Requirements
- Hands-on experience working on construction sites and comfort navigating active work environments.
- Belief in the value of health and safety and motivation to support safer work.
- Confidence using computers, tablets, mobile devices, and digital systems for documentation, communication, and learning.
- Ability to build rapport easily, communicate respectfully, and influence others through collaboration and credibility rather than authority.
- Understanding that workplace culture is shaped by everyday actions and that everyone plays a role in creating a respectful, inclusive, and safe environment.
- A suitable combination of education, training, and experience will be considered.
- Proof of a valid driver’s license and provision of a criminal record check is required upon offer of employment.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in construction will be valuable.
- Formal safety designations are an asset but not required at entry.
Responsibilities
- Work directly with member companies and identified customers to promote safety education and support the adoption of SCSA programs and services.
- Build effective relationships.
- Conduct Health and Safety Management System audits.
- Deliver professional, high-quality safety education, service, and guidance, tailored to member needs.
- Build strong relationships with member companies by engaging leaders and key contacts to understand their operations, safety culture, and challenges.
- Deliver safety education and on-site support, including inspections, hazard assessments, toolbox talks, demonstrations, presentations, and legislative education.
- Promote and support SCSA programs, services, and training, helping members access the right tools and resources for their needs.
- Prepare for and conduct COR®/SECOR® audits using SCSA’s National Standard audit tools and established methodologies.
- Support the development of health and safety management systems, including documentation review, manual development, audit preparation, and guidance through registration and certification processes.
- Working collaboratively with colleagues, contributing to a respectful, supportive, and professional team environment.
- Modelling professionalism, accountability, and respect in all interactions — internally and externally.
Benefits
- Starting annual salary will be between the minimum and mid-point of the range ($64,145 - $80,180). Long term earning potential is currently $96,220.
- Health Benefits start from your first day and the monthly insurance premium is paid by SCSA (single or family coverage available).
- 3 weeks paid vacation each year.
- Paid sick leave (up to 3 weeks), each year.
- Upon successful completion of your 6 month probation you will receive a 2% salary increase.
- Support provided for learning and development.
- Social Committee host several fun activities throughout the year including summer BBQ's.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
11-50 employees
