Health & Safety Specialist

Health & Safety Specialist

Victoria, BC

$70,000 – $80,000 a year | Full-time | On-site

Flynn Group of Companies is currently seeking a Health & Safety Specialist to support our Victoria Branch (6836 Kirkpatrick Crescent, Saanichton, BC). This position reports to the Health & Safety Supervisor and acts as the primary safety resource for the branch.

This role requires a hands-on, highly responsive individual who is comfortable working independently while supporting crews, leadership, and worksites in real time.

A Day in the Life

Deliver weekly new hire safety orientations and ongoing safety training sessions

Conduct regular site visits and safety inspections using standardized documentation and processes

Support crews and leadership by identifying potential hazards and risks throughout the project lifecycle

Lead or assist with incident and accident investigations, including follow-up and corrective actions

Support injury management and return-to-work processes as they arise

Facilitate safety information sessions when rolling out new initiatives or programs

Ensure compliance with company safety policies and applicable legislation

Maintain accurate reports, records, and safety documentation

Act as an accessible, responsive safety resource for the Victoria branch

What We Offer

$70,000 – $80,000 annually

Company vehicle and fuel card

KPI-based annual bonus

Competitive benefits package including:

RRSP matching

Extended health & dental coverage

Paid time off

Free parking

Ongoing training through Flynn University and eLearning

Work Schedule & Location

Monday to Friday

Typical working hours range from 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., with flexibility required to accommodate:

Crew start times

Training sessions

Site demands

This is an on-site role, split between the office and job sites

Required Qualifications

Valid driver’s license

Ability to safely work at heights and in confined spaces

Strong English communication skills (verbal and written)

Ability to work independently and unsupervised

Comfortable using technology, including Microsoft Teams and mobile devices

Reliable, responsive, and able to manage priorities in a fast-paced environment

Ability to pass a background check (required for some job sites)

Assets / Nice to Have

Experience in a construction safety role

Approximately 1+ year of safety-related experience

Education and/or training in Environmental/Occupational Health and Safety, NCSO or equivalent experience

Experience with COR audits or audit preparation

Presentation and facilitation skills (PowerPoint, group training)

Experience with incident investigations and injury management / WorkSafeBC claims

Familiarity with site inspections and working directly with crews

Culture & Team

The Victoria branch offers a close-knit, team-focused environment with regular employee events, including:

Annual Summer BBQ

Annual Christmas Luncheon

Office-wide company Christmas event

This September, the Victoria branch will be hosting a special celebration for the Don Flynn Safety Award, recognizing outstanding safety performance - a large-scale event with the entire team coming together

This role is well suited to someone who enjoys being part of an engaged workplace, values relationship-building, and wants to be involved in a branch that takes pride in both safety and team culture.