Health, Safety & Risk Management Supervisor

Our client, a regional public sector organization based in Grande Prairie, is seeking a skilled and motivated Supervisor, Health, Safety & Risk Management (HSRM) to lead the development and oversight of their workplace safety and risk management programs. This is a collaborative, organization-wide role that makes a real difference in the lives of employees every day.

Key Responsibilities:

Program Development & Leadership

• Develop, implement, and maintain a comprehensive Health, Safety and Risk Management (HSRM) system that contribute to departmental and organizational strategic goals.
• Coach and advise managers, supervisors, and employees on health and safety issues.
• Lead and mentor a team of HSRM professionals, fostering collaboration and continuous improvement.

Policy & Compliance

• Create and update safety policies, procedures, and guidelines in line with legislative requirements.
• Ensure compliance with insurance programs, policy renewals, and audit requirements.
• Conduct risk assessments and job hazard analyses to identify and mitigate workplace hazards.
• Maintain health and safety related metrics and reporting.

Incident & Emergency Management

• Lead investigations into workplace incidents, accidents, and near misses.
• Develop corrective and preventive measures and coach leaders on implementation.
• Maintain and test emergency response plans through drills and exercises.

Claims & Risk Management

• Administer insurance claims and liaise with insurers and adjusters.
• Monitor insurance coverage for County assets and ensure accurate reporting.
• Act as liaison for non-profit community groups under the County insurance umbrella.

Collaboration & Training

• Work with cross-functional teams to address safety concerns and promote best practices.
• Deliver training sessions and coordinate safety-related events (e.g., NAOSH Week, Safety BBQs).
• Participate in Joint Health & Safety Committee and municipal emergency activations.

What You Bring:

• OHS degree or diploma with at least 3 years of progressively responsible experience
• CRSP designation (preferred)
• In-depth knowledge of Alberta's OHS regulations and codes
• Experience conducting investigations, audits, and training sessions
• Valid Class 5 driver's license and acceptable driver's abstract

What they Offer:

• Employer-paid health, medical & dental coverage
• LAPP pension plan
• Employee & Family Assistance Program
• $1,000/year Health & Wellness benefit
• Generous leave provisions (sick, vacation, maternity, bereavement & more)

Perks

• UFA gas card
• Golf membership
• Cellphone plan
• Interest-free computer purchase plan
• Home insurance discounts
• Perkopolis discount program
• 20% off local campgrounds... and many more!

Join a team where safety is a way of life. Apply today and help build safer, more resilient communities across the Grande Prairie region.

Pay Rate: $60.31 to $70.96 per hour ($109,764 to $129,147 per annum).

This position is 35 hours per week Monday to Friday 8:30am – 4:30pm with some flexibility and/or additional hours to attend meetings or meet operational needs.

This position will be required to participate in the department’s 24/7 on-call rotation (approximately one week per month)

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $109,764.00-$129,147.00 per year

Benefits

• Company pension
• Dental care
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• Wellness program

Ability to commute/relocate:

• County of Grande Prairie No. 1, AB: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Education

• Bachelor's Degree (preferred)

Experience

• Health and Safety Management: 3 years (required)

Licence/Certification:

• Certified Safety Professional (preferred)
• Class 5 Licence (required)

Work Location: In person