26-46 Electrical Safety Officer (Vancouver Island)

Technical Safety BC•Saanich, BC

9h•CA$50•Hybrid

About The Position

The Electrical Safety Officer is accountable for maintaining and enhancing public safety by educating the public and industry and ensuring that codes, regulations, and standards of safety are understood and observed. This is a Regular Full-Time, Union position located in Vancouver Island (Parksville), reporting to the Operations Leader, Energy.

Requirements

Completion of a recognized apprenticeship in electrical work.
Minimum of five years related experience in the installation and maintenance of electrical systems.
At least one year of practical experience being in a responsible position in charge of electrical installation work.
Knowledge of audit programs and risk assessment techniques.
Excellent problem solving and decision-making skills.
Ability to investigate, interview, take notes and write concise reports.
Ability to read and interpret drawings, schematics, and code specifications.
Ability to work in a computerized environment and use common software.
A Valid BC Drivers’ License and a willingness to travel (A driver’s abstract will be requested).
Good physical ability to carry a toolbox (up to 30 lbs.), climb ladders and stairways, walk on rough, uneven ground, enter tight enclosed or confined spaces, and drive for long distances (A medical assessment will be requested).
FSR B certification required
Must complete an Electrical Inspector’s Certificate of Qualification examination within the first six months of employment with a score of 70% or better.

Nice To Haves

A two-year diploma from a recognized Institute of Technology in electrical technology.

Responsibilities

Educate clients and stakeholders on how to meet safety requirements and provide information on new requirements and trends by creating and/or providing presentations, demonstrations, or individual coaching (e.g., public speaking events like Tech Talks).
Provide inspection services, including worksite audits, incident investigations and hazard eliminations, to clients and stakeholders to ensure that safety regulations, codes and standards are correctly implemented.
Review requests for variances and equivalencies and make recommendations to the Operations Leader.
Implement enforcement policies by providing clear direction and outlining consequences to clients and by providing disciplinary recommendations to Operations Leader.
Support research tasks by documenting inspections, providing audits, and investigating incidents.
Maintain expertise by staying up to date on industry changes and upgrading knowledge and skills.
Develop new Safety Officers by providing on-the-job training, regular mentoring, and ongoing technical support.
Approach work collaboratively with an open mindset for both internal team members and external clients.

Benefits

Extended health coverage
Dental coverage
Disability coverage
Access to an employee and family assistance program (EFAP)
Competitive annual paid vacation entitlements
Public service defined benefit pension plan
Generous top-up allowance for new parents
Time-off for caregiving leave
Time-off for moving leave
Time-off for adoption leave
Upgraded mental health benefits ($1500 separate from non-mental health paramedical services)
Up to $1500 tuition aid per calendar year
Wellness Wednesday (meeting free time)
Flexible paid holidays
Free subscription to the Calm app
Flexible hybrid work environment