Health & Safety Coordinator
Vitalus Nutrition Inc•Abbotsford, BC
•Onsite
About The Position
We’re looking for a Health & Safety Coordinator who’s passionate about creating safer workplaces and helping every employee go home healthy at the end of the day. This is a hands-on opportunity to strengthen safety systems, support compliance, and help shape a proactive, people-first safety culture within one of Canada’s leading dairy organizations.
Requirements
- Post-secondary education in Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Health, or a related field
- OHS certification or diploma from a recognized institution
- 2 years of experience in a Health & Safety role within a food manufacturing environment, preferably in the dairy industry
- Proven ability to interpret and apply BC OHS legislation and regulatory standards
- Experience conducting inspections, audits, and incident investigations
- Strong communication, analytical, and report-writing skills
- Intermediate First Aid certification (or higher) is an asset
Nice To Haves
- Familiarity with HACCP, GMP, and integrated management systems preferred
Responsibilities
- Coordinate and maintain occupational health and safety programs that meet BC OHS and COR standards.
- Assist in aligning site safety programs with regulatory requirements and company policies.
- Maintain documentation, records, and reports for audits and inspections.
- Deliver engaging safety orientations and toolbox talks.
- Partner with supervisors and employees to reinforce safety practices and positive accountability.
- Support the Joint Health & Safety Committees (JHSC) through scheduling, minutes, and follow-ups.
- Conduct or assist with inspections, hazard assessments, and internal audits.
- Participate in incident and near-miss investigations, identify contributing factors, and track corrective actions.
- Help monitor safety data, analyze trends, and suggest improvements.
- Collaborate with Quality Assurance and Operations to ensure OHS practices align with HACCP, GMP, and FSMS requirements.
- Assist with documentation for internal and external audits.
Benefits
- Improving lives by unlocking the nutritional value of milk.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
