Health & Safety Advisor

Join Our Team as an Occupational Health & Safety Advisor – Make an Impact Today!

Job Type: Permanent Full-Time
Location: Annacis Island, Delta, BC

Work Hours: Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM

Who We Are

Wallenius Wilhelmsen (WW) is a global leader in shipping and logistics, with over 155 years of experience and almost 10,000 employees across 29 countries. In Vancouver, we operate one of Canada’s premier vehicle processing terminals, employing over 300 union and exempt staff.

As the sole Auto Terminals operator of the Port of Vancouver, located on Annacis Island, we handle, accessorize, and distribute nearly 100% of all Asian-manufactured vehicle imports for the Canadian market. We serve more than a dozen of the world’s top auto manufacturers, including Toyota, Honda, Hyundai, Kia, Mazda, Mitsubishi, Nissan, Subaru, and more.

Why Join Wallenius Wilhelmsen?

• Competitive Salary and Annual Bonus:$62,000 - $80,000 annually, based on experience and qualifications.
• Company-Paid RRSP Contributions:7.25% of gross salary, no matching required.
• Comprehensive Health Benefits:100% company-paid, covering medical, dental, and vision for you and your dependents.
• Career Growth and Job Security:Excellent opportunities for advancement in a global organization with strong roots in Canada
• Inclusive and Diverse Work Environment: We are proud of our diverse team, which represents various ethnic backgrounds and languages, fostering a true sense of belonging.
• Collaborative and Fun Culture:Enjoy a positive work-life balance with events like summer BBQs, Christmas parties, and charitable initiatives that bring our team together

About the Role

We are excited to announce the creation of a new role: Occupational Health & Safety Advisor. This position is integral to fostering a safe and healthy workplace, aiming to embed a robust safety culture within our facility. The ultimate goal is to ensure every employee understands that all accidents and injuries are preventable.

As the Occupational Health & Safety Advisor, you will be actively engaged in the field, mentoring, coaching, and training employees to prioritize safety in their daily tasks. You’ll make regular safety contacts with employees, identify challenges they face, and develop safe work procedures to overcome these obstacles.

Key Responsibilities

• Champion a safety-first culture across all levels of the organization.
• Act as a responsive resource for employees’ safety concerns and inquiries.
• Coach, mentor, and train employees on safe work practices.
• Review and update Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to meet and exceed safety standards.
• Assist in the development and revision of safety manuals, policies, and procedures.
• Conduct regular safety inspections and audits; prepare weekly/month-end safety reports.
• Develop and implement safety awareness campaigns and programs.
• Support the creation and delivery of a comprehensive Rail Safety Training Program.
• Investigate incidents and accidents, providing detailed analysis and preventive recommendations.
• Lead and participate in safety meetings, offering compliance solutions.
• Conduct site inspections and review safety inspection reports.
• Provide operational personnel with guidance and resources to maintain safety standards.
• Obtain and maintain an Advanced Occupational First Aid (OFA) certificate.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date safety documentation to ensure compliance with CSO certifications.

This Role is a Great Fit If You Have (Must-Have Qualifications)

• Valid BC Class 5 driver’s license.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in Health & Safety roles.
• In-depth knowledge of Return-to-Work programs and strategies.
• Strong understanding of applicable regulations, bylaws, and utility protections.
• Proven experience implementing health and safety management systems and programs.
• Knowledge of occupational hygiene principles.
• Hands-on experience in operations supervision, auditing, and incident analysis.
• Demonstrated ability to innovate, lead change, and work collaboratively.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and digital literacy skills.
• Ability to build positive relationships with diverse teams.

Preferred Qualifications

• Certification (or working towards) as a Canadian Registered Safety Professional (CRSP), Certified Safety Professional (CSP), or equivalent.
• Knowledge of fleet and driver safety programs.
• Demonstrated leadership, supervisory, training, and coaching skills.

About You

• Comfortable leading meetings and speaking to large groups.
• Skilled at meeting deadlines while managing multiple priorities.
• Strategic thinker who knows when to advocate and when to compromise.
• Excellent communicator and collaborator.
• Technologically savvy with strong computer skills.
• Highly organized and detail-oriented.
• Skilled at building positive working relationships with Operations Supervisors and the Production team.
• Self-motivated and effective under minimal supervision

Ready to Apply?

If this sounds like the perfect opportunity for you, we encourage you to apply online today! We look forward to reviewing your application.