Job Description
Strathcona County is seeking a knowledgeable and collaborative Occupational Health & Safety Specialist (OHS) to support a strong safety culture. This role plays a critical part in promoting safe work practices, preventing incidents and injuries, and supporting compliance with occupational health and safety legislation.
Reporting to the Supervisor, OHS Services and Governance, the OHS Specialist works closely with department leaders, supervisors, and staff to provide expert advice, coaching, and support across a diverse range of work environments.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide expert advice, coaching, and guidance to support the continuous improvement of the County’s Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) program implementation within the department
- Contribute to the development, review, and implementation of OHS standards, procedures, and program elements
- Supports OHS training and orientation processes by establishing checks and balances and by monitoring and communicating gaps to drive compliance and continuous improvement
- Supports hazard identification, assessment, and risk control through guidance on formal and field‑level hazard assessments
- Participate in worksite inspections and incident investigations, and support follow‑up actions to prevent reoccurrence
- Provide subject matter expertise on OHS legislation, policies, and best practices to staff and leadership
- Conducts regular reviews to support departments in maintaining accurate OHS records, and communicating identified gaps or concerns to leadership
- Support the department OHS Coordinator with initiatives, inquiries, and participation in the annual audit of the OHS Management System (OHSMS)
Qualifications and Skills:
- Post-secondary certificate in Occupational Health and Safety, Environmental Science, Occupational Hygiene, or a related field
- Minimum 4 years of recent professional experience implementing OHS practices in operational work environments, preferably within the public sector
- CRST designation (or eligibility) preferred
- Working knowledge of the Alberta Occupational Health and Safety Act, Regulations, and Code
- Experience conducting inspections, incident investigations, hazard assessments, and implementing safety management systems
- Incident Command System (ICS) training or certification is an asset
- Public‑sector experience is an asset
- Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and SharePoint
- Strong communication, relationship‑building, and influencing skills in a non‑supervisory advisory role
- Demonstrated ability to coach and influence safe work behaviours across operational teams
- Strong analytical, research, and problem‑solving skills
- Excellent time‑management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities
- Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with others
- Political and organizational awareness is an asset
Conditions of Employment:
- Valid Alberta Class 5 Driver’s licence and submission of a 5-year Driver’s Abstract with less than 7 demerits
Who We Are:
Strathcona County is a specialized municipality located in the heart of Alberta. Our vision is to become Canada’s most livable community, where our workplace culture and identity are supported by our people plan and values of integrity, respect, safety, fairness, and cooperation.
Why Join Strathcona County: (depending on position):
- Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, which includes:
- Extended health and dental coverage
- Health and wellness spending account
- Life and disability insurance
- Retirement and pension programs
- Earned day off program
- Employee and family assistance program
- Commitment to employee development, through internal and external training and development opportunities
- Well-being programs and a safety culture focused on physical and psychological health in the workplace
Equivalencies of education and experience may be considered.
This competition may be used to fill future vacancies for similar positions within the next 6 months.
Strathcona County is committed to an inclusive, respectful, and equitable workplace that represents the community we serve. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds who can contribute diverse perspectives and experiences.
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.