Health and Safety Manager

Columbia Memorial Hospital

. Lead, develop, and manage the Health & Safety team .

Posted 10/9/2026full-timeCanadaMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in developing and managing Health and Safety Management Systems, ensuring compliance with health and safety legislation, and leading incident investigations. Proven ability to manage departmental budgets, resources, and staffing while fostering employee development and engagement.

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Health And Safety Management System DevelopmentCOR Certification ManagementIncident Investigation And Root Cause AnalysisWorkers’ Compensation Claims ManagementRegulatory Compliance Expertise

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Hard Skills

Occupational Health And Safety LegislationHazard AssessmentWorkplace InspectionsSafety Training DevelopmentPerformance ManagementBudget ManagementEmergency PreparednessContinuous Improvement InitiativesDocumentation ManagementTechnical Proficiency In Microsoft Office

Soft Skills

LeadershipConfidentialityMulti-Priority ManagementEmployee EngagementStrategic Communication

Certifications & Qualifications

Canadian Registered Safety Professional (CRSP)COR Certification

Industry Keywords

Workers’ CompensationDisability ManagementSki Industry ExperienceJoint Health And Safety CommitteesSafety Culture Promotion

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead, develop, and manage the Health & Safety team
Establish team priorities, performance expectations, and work plans aligned with organizational objectives
Manage departmental budgets, resources, and staffing while supporting employee development, engagement, and succession planning
Develop, implement, maintain, and continuously improve Alterra Experiences Division’s Health and Safety Management System
Ensure compliance with applicable provincial, federal, and occupational health and safety legislation, regulations, and standards
Develop, review, and maintain health and safety policies, procedures, manuals, programs, and documentation
Identify safety risks, program gaps, and best-practice opportunities and implement continuous improvement initiatives
Oversee safety training, orientation, competency tracking, and documentation systems
Support Joint Health and Safety Committees across operations
Conduct and oversee safety inspections, audits, hazard assessments, ergonomic assessments, and compliance reviews
Lead or oversee incident investigations, reporting, root cause analysis, and corrective action implementation
Monitor and verify corrective and preventive actions
Oversee workers’ compensation claims management, return-to-work programs, and occupational injury case management
Provide strategic health and safety advice to operational leaders, employees, and senior management
Visit operating areas to promote safety culture and verify program implementation
Lead or support emergency preparedness, emergency response, and critical incident management
Advise senior leadership on significant safety risks, compliance issues, emerging trends, and operational impacts
Represent Alterra Experiences Division with regulators, workers’ compensation boards, industry associations, safety organizations, and external stakeholders

Requirements

What you’ll need

Minimum 5 years’ experience in an occupational health & safety role
Demonstrated experience with COR (Certificate of Recognition) certification, including preparing for and leading internal and external audits, developing health and safety management systems, ensuring regulatory compliance, and maintaining certification requirements
Proven ability to effectively plan and direct the work of the department
Knowledge of worker’s compensation processes and procedures, including WorkSafeBC and WCB Alberta claims management and related legislation
Experience with disability management, incident investigations, workplace inspections and hazard assessment
Willingness to actively participate in continuous professional development
Proven ability to maintain confidentiality of information and records
Proven ability to handle multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Post-secondary education in a related field
Technical proficiency in Microsoft Office and ability to learn other relevant software platforms
Able to lift, carry, or otherwise move and position up to 20 pounds on an occasional basis
Available to work evenings, weekends, and holidays based on business needs
Willingness to travel occasionally to Alterra Experience Division areas and industry functions
Experience in the ski industry, preferred
Canadian Registered Safety Professional (CRSP) designation, preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

An inclusive and rewarding company culture where employees are valued and supported
Opportunity to explore and work at a world-class mountain destination
Meals created by culinary professionals using fresh, local ingredients
Opportunity to grow and learn in a work environment that promotes feedback and development
Discounts with brand partners and on CMH merchandise
Opportunities to heli-hike and heli-ski, as available
Opportunity to build lifelong friendships with staff and guests from around the world