Occupational Health & Safety Assistant; On-site

Position: Occupational Health & Safety Assistant (On-site)
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** Basic Function
*** To provide administrative and functional support to the OH&S group
** Responsibilities
* ** To update OH&S inventories such as WHMIS, Fall Protection, etc.
* Conduct workplace inspections
* To engage with TRIUMF stakeholders and promote health and safety.
* Follow up on assigned corrective actions.
* To perform Job Hazard Assessments and Pre-Job Briefings and escorting contractors on site.
* Coordinate industrial safety training on site and maintaining Work Day training profiles
** Qualifications
* ** OH&S education and or certification or in progress
** Learning Outcomes
*** Understand workplace health and safety legislation (e.g.,
** Occupational Health & Safety Act**, Workers’ Compensation requirements).
* Learn the basics of hazard identification and risk assessment.
* Gain awareness of common workplace hazards (physical, chemical, biological, ergonomic, psychosocial).
* Understand the role of safety committees and joint health & safety structures.
* Develop communication skills by interacting with supervisors, workers, and safety professionals.
* Practice writing clear safety reports, inspection notes, and training documentation.
* Build confidence in presenting safety information to small groups.
* Learn how to balance compliance requirements with practical workplace realities.
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* Skills required:

** TRIUMF, Canada's national laboratory for particle and nuclear physics, is situated on the vibrant south campus of the University of British Columbia, nestled within the beautiful Pacific Spirit Park in Vancouver, BC.At TRIUMF, we value our employees and are committed to providing a competitive total rewards package. In addition to a competitive salary, we offer comprehensive benefits that promote the well-being and security of our staff.

Our organization provides an excellent opportunity to grow your career in a high-profile national research facility, where you can make a difference.

If you are passionate about science, engineering and technology, driven to excel, and eager to be part of a collaborative and forward-thinking organization, we encourage you to apply. Take the next step in your career journey with TRIUMF.TRIUMF offers help with travel costs for students outside the Vancouver and surrounding area.
** Applications must have the following documents uploaded:
*** A
** resume/CV
*** A covering letter that includes your interest in and your qualifications for the specific position
* A copy of academic transcript (unofficial copies are accepted)
** Incomplete applications may not be considered.
**** Applications closing date:
** January 25, 2026
** Period of Work (possible 4 month extension):
** May 04, 2026-August 28, 2026

Salary is commensurate with academic progress and previous relevant work experience, and ranges from $ 2815 to $ 4238 per month including 4% vacation pay.
TRIUMF is an equal-opportunity employer committed to diversity in the workplace, and we welcome applications from all qualified undergraduate students as defined below (unless stated otherwise above):
* Canadian undergraduate students or Canadian Permanent Resident undergraduate students enrolled in an accredited post-secondary institution in Canada (or outside Canada) who are studying in a vocational or professional training program that leads to a degree, diploma or certificate.
* Foreign full-time undergraduate students currently enrolled at a designated learning institution at the post-secondary level, and who are studying in an academic, vocational or professional training program that leads to a degree, diploma or certificate that is at least six months in duration, and who have a valid Canadian study permit which allows for employment off-campus, and who have applied for a Social Insurance Number
* Foreign undergraduate students enrolled in a recognized undergraduate program of study abroad who have accepted, or are in the process of accepting, an "Invitation to Apply" for a work permit under the…