Health & Safety Specialist

Location: Victoria

Flynn Group of Companies is currently looking for a Health & Safety Specialist to support our Victoria Branch (6836 Kirkpatrick Crescent, Saanichton, BC V8M 1Z9), reporting to the Health & Safety Supervisor.

A Day In The Life

Manage the safety requirements of operational construction sites and equipment

Conduct safety evaluations of Flynn project sites using documentation and standardized processes

Ensure that sub-contractors adhere to required safety standards in keeping with Flynn policy/legislation

Identifying potential risks and safety hazards during a project with involvement throughout the job life cycle (estimate, pre-mobilization, construction and autopsy)

Performing accident and incident investigations as per the company’s health and safety programs

Maintain a conducive working relationship with all management, superintendents, project managers through education and giving practical on site application options

Assisting with the communication and implementation of the company’s claims management and return to work programs

Be proactive in recommending changes to improve the safety programs

Participate in the development and implementation of safety training programs

Conducting new worker safety orientations and other required training programs as needed

Report writing and maintaining of all required documentation

Attending and supporting monthly safety committee meetings as required

Frequent visits to job sites and various areas of Vancouver Island and surrounding areas when required

What We Offer

Competitive wages and benefits

RRSP matching

Extended Health & Dental benefits

Paid time off

Free parking

Great environment where our motto is “Flynn Family Winning Together”!

On-going career development programs through hands on training, our in-house Flynn University, and eLearning courses

What We Are Seeking

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

Experience in a safety role within a construction environment is an asset

Knowledge of the COR process is considered a strong asset

Safety knowledge in Fall Protection, Fire Prevention and WHMIS

Knowledge and practical experience in incident investigation

Experience/knowledge handling workplace injury management

Strong administrative and organizational skills

Computer literate in Windows applications;
Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint)

Presentation skills are an asset

Ability to work with minimal supervision

Team attitude with a willingness to learn

Valid driver’s license required

$65,000 - $75,000 a year

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.