Occupational Health Officer

Saskatchewan Labour Relations and Workplace Safety is recruiting for an Occupational Health Officer to join Safety Operations South based in Regina. The position includes travel throughout the central and southern parts of Saskatchewan; to conduct inspections, respond to complaints, support workplace occupational health committees and worker representatives, educate workers and employers on health and safety matters and help resolve disputes concerning occupational health and safety concerns.

The successful candidate will have proven analytical skills and have demonstrated the ability to effectively apply occupational health and safety principles and strategies while promoting and enforcing compliance with The Saskatchewan Employment Act and The Occupational Health and Safety Regulations 2020. Your experience will include 7+ years of experience in commercial or industrial workplaces, 3+ years supervising employees in a commercial or industrial setting and a minimum of 3 years' experience applying fundamental health and safety work practices, techniques and requirements.

Typically, the knowledge and abilities required for this position would be obtained through the completion of a recognized safety degree or diploma, technical designation, or being a journeyperson in a relevant sector. CRSP or CRST designation or Kinesiology background may be considered an asset. A valid class 5 driver’s license is required, and a driver's abstract may be requested.