Occupational Health and Safety Manager

• Location: Chilliwack, British Columbia
• Type: Direct Hire
• Job #13628
• Salary: CA$135,000 Per Hour

MatchBox Consulting Group is seeking an Occupational HSE Manager to join our client, a fast-growing civil, excavation, and environmental construction partner based in Chilliwack delivering projects across BC.

The team is forward-thinking, collaborative, and committed to doing things the right way. This is your chance to lead health and safety across multiple civil construction projects with a company that invests in its people and culture. If you’re looking to have the authority and support to shape safety programs, mentor crews, and ensure everyone goes home safe, apply today!

Responsibilities:

• Lead the Health & Safety Program across projects, ensuring WorkSafeBC, COR, and company compliance
• Act as primary contact for safety matters and maintain oversight of Salus safety management system
• Conduct site inspections, audits, risk assessments, and incident investigations
• Develop and maintain Project-Specific Safety Plans (PSSPs) and all required documentation
• Deliver safety training, orientations, and toolbox talks for employees and subcontractors
• Chair the Joint Occupational Health & Safety Committee, promoting communication and safety culture
• Support injury management and return-to-work programs in coordination with WCB and HR
• Collaborate with project teams to integrate safety planning and risk management

Requirements:

• Minimum 2 years of HSE management experience (civil construction focus; no CSO experience)
• CRSP is an asset; NCSO is ideal
• Strong understanding of WorkSafeBC regulations and COR requirements
• Experience with safety program development, training, risk assessment, and incident investigation
• Proficient in Salus or similar platforms
• Class 5 driver’s license with clean abstract and ability to travel to sites

For more current job opportunities, Follow MatchBox at linkedin.com/company/matchbox-recruitment/

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About MatchBox

Headquartered in downtown Vancouver and serving clients nationally, MatchBox is one of the leading recruitment and solutions firms that specializes in the fields of IT & Technology, Engineering & Technical, Real Estate & Construction, and Accounting & Finance. We offer unrivaled expertise with our team's extensive experience in the recruitment and professional services industry. We are dedicated to building great connections and creating strong opportunities within the workforce and the labor market.

Equal Opportunities

MatchBox is committed to providing equal opportunities for all applicants. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, including members of minority groups such as racialized individuals, people with disabilities, LGBTQ+ individuals, and Indigenous peoples. It is a priority for us that all candidates are treated fairly and without discrimination. Our recruitment teams receive ongoing training on using objective criteria for evaluating candidates and other related topics to create an inclusive and welcoming environment for all.

Work Permits

Please note that we require all interested candidates to obtain the necessary work permits from the Government of Canada prior to submitting an application. This position is open exclusively to individuals residing in Canada and legally authorized to work in Canada. Applications not meeting these criteria will not be considered.

Further Consideration

We receive a high volume of applications and are only able to contact candidates who are selected for further consideration.

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