Safety Trainer Full Time

This posting is to fill a 1 year full – time term position. TA’s may be considered.

Join Our Team at the Department of Highways and Public Works!

Are you ready to make a positive impact on Yukon communities? The Department of Highways and Public Works provides the necessary structure that makes life in Yukon possible. Together, we are committed to uphold the values of safety, innovation, teamwork, and leadership in our everyday work.

We are currently seeking a talented individual to join our Transportation team. This position is responsible for supporting the field level implementation of Departmental and Transportation Maintenance Branch (TMB) health and safety related policies and procedures designed to address injury / loss prevention and regulatory compliance with applicable safety legislation. The position is responsible for conducting job hazard assessments and safety audits of highway maintenance operations (worksites, ferry operations) and workplaces (e.g. Grader Stations) throughout the Yukon. This position plays a key role in the field facilitating the review, development, and implementation of Standard Operating Procedures, facilitating and/or delivering safety related training, and the supporting the maintenance of TMB’s Branch’s Safety Management System and COR certification program.

For more information on what we offer, terms and conditions of employment, how to apply, and tips on how to prepare and submit your resume, please visit: Careers in the Government of Yukon (yukoncareerpaths.ca)

Essential Qualifications

Please submit your resume clearly demonstrating how you meet the qualifications below. Selections for further consideration will be based solely on the information you provide in your resume.

• Significant experience with interpreting the WSCB Act and Regulations and the Workplace compliance standards.
• Significant experience in conducting workplace inspections, incident investigations, and workplace audits for industrial operations.
• Significant experience developing, reviewing, and updating safety policies, Safe Work Practices, and Safe Job Procedures in collaboration with subject matter experts to support operations and maintenance in industrial and administrative settings.
• Strong computer applications such as Microsoft Word, Outlook, and Excel.
• Completed Incident Investigation training and the Internal Auditor Course

Candidates who have education, training, and/or experience equivalent to the essential qualifications listed above may be equally considered.

Desired Knowledge, Skills And Suitability

The ideal candidate will possess these qualifications, skills and knowledge, but also demonstrate suitability for the role and organizational culture. Key competencies for success in this role include:

• A proactive approach to safety and service
• Ability to provide professional, quality training to a diverse group of employees
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team; which promotes respect, dependability and reliability
• Ability to work collaboratively with other departments and external stakeholders
• Motivated to learn
• Effective written and oral communication skills
• Self-motivated and adaptable to changing conditions
• Experience administering Safety Management Systems (e.g., Workhub), Fleet Management Systems, and communication devices (e.g., InReach, VHF radios, satellite phones)

Conditions of Employment

This is a designated position within the Yukon public service which requires the following condition(s) of employment:

• Must have and maintain a Yukon Class 5 driver’s licence.
• TMB certification on light-duty vehicles must be obtained within 1 month of hire),
• Transportation Dangerous Goods and WHMIS Certificate (must be obtained within 1 month of hire),
• Intermediate first aid certification,

Job Requirements

This is a designated position within the Yukon public service which requires the following job requirements:

• Travel;
• Working in adverse weather conditions;
• Working outside of headquarters area for extended periods of time;
• Mandatory use of personal protective equipment.

Additional Information

For more information about this position, please contact: Mike Bernier, Safety Program Manager at mike.bernier@yukon.ca

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If you have questions about our recruitment process or what rewarding career opportunities are available within Highways and Public Works, please contact: Katrina Dobush, at katrina.dobush@yukon.ca

Eligibility List

12 months