Facility Health and Safety Officer
Facility Health and Safety Officer
Job Identification 3607
Posting Date 03/05/2026, 05:49 PM
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Job Schedule Full Time
Locations
Edmonton, AB, Canada
(On-site)
Category Type Occupational and Environmental Safety
Position Type Administrative and Professional Officer (APO)
College/Administrative Portfolio VP USOF
Faculty/Department HR, Health, Safety & Environment
Annual Salary Range $72,250 to $120,423
About the Team
About the Team
"Hire great people and give them freedom to be awesome." - Andrew Mason
Thriving organizations are built on people. The https://www.ualberta.ca/en/human-resources-health-safety-environment/index.html (HRHSE) portfolio is composed of exceptional people creating a people-focused culture to support the institution's vision.
We are committed to questioning the status quo, driving excellence, and leading with purpose. We lead with purpose in creating a workplace culture that supports the institution in strengthening its core teaching, research, community engagement, and student enrichment experience.
HRHSE is a values-based portfolio; we incorporate our values of trust, accountability, relationship building and safety in everything we do. Our employees are committed to living our values and are grounded in the conviction that leadership should be demonstrated, encouraged and supported at all levels of the institution.
In HRHSE, we are made up of six teams that are responsible for providing the highest quality services to our campus community; Total Rewards, Talent Management, Organizational Development, Health, Safety and Environment, Employee and Labour Relations and HR Service Partnerships.
Join our practical, results-driven, energized, and engaged team and see firsthand how we live our values, drive change and lead with purpose
Description
Location - This role is in-person at North Campus, Edmonton.
Position Summary
As a member of the Health, Safety and Environment (HSE) team, the Facility Health and Safety Officer is responsible for implementing and enhancing the University of Alberta's Health, Safety and Environment Management System (HSEMS), building an enhanced health and safety culture, and improving compliance with related legislation, policy and health and safety practices across the University Services, Operations and Finance portfolio. Working alongside another Facility Health and Safety Officer, this position provides dedicated health and safety support to the Utilities and Operations, Campus Services, and Infrastructure Planning, Development and Partnerships units, with a particular focus on high‑risk and complex operational environments.
The Officer offers a best‑practice approach to health and safety, acting as a liaison between HSE and these units to ensure timely and consistent interpretation of health and safety legislation, codes, regulations, policies, procedures and practices, and to support emergency response management systems and procedures. In alignment with the university's Culture of Care, the Officer leads and supports initiatives that advance safety practices and safety culture—where everybody owns their safety performance and that of others—and drives continuous safety culture improvements within Utilities and Operations, Campus Services, and Infrastructure Planning, Development and Partnerships.
Responsibilities
• Partner with leadership and operational teams across Utilities and Operations, Campus Services, and Infrastructure Planning & Development to build an enhanced health and safety culture aligned with the university’s Culture of Care and institutional safety initiatives.
• Provide expert HSE regulatory and technical guidance supporting the development, implementation, and continual improvement of trades-related safety programs, standards, and procedures.
• Strengthen alignment of unit safety programs with the University’s Health, Safety and Environment Management System (HSEMS) and applicable OHS legislation through audits, inspections, consultations and gap analyses, promoting sustainable compliance solutions.
• Lead or support risk management, emergency preparedness, and incident response activities—including plan development, training exercises, investigations, and trend analysis—to prevent recurrence and enhance safety learning.
• Develop and deliver health and safety training, communication tools, and change management strategies that drive improvements in safety culture, performance, and engagement across operations.
• Serve as a coach, mentor, and trusted advisor to unit leadership and staff, fostering shared ownership of safety performance and participating in committees, special projects, and institutional initiatives advancing health, safety, and wellness.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
• Minimum 2-year diploma in Occupational Health & Safety or Bachelor's degree in a related field; completion of other related post-secondary education with relevant work experience may be considered for equivalency.
• Canadian Registered Safety Professional (CRSP) or Certified Safety Professional (CSP) designation required. All designations must be in good standing with the certifying body.
• A minimum of 10 years of progressive, related utilities or industrial safety management experience in a professional capacity.
• A valid Alberta Class 5 (non-GDL) driver’s license is required.
• Proven knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety legislation, regulatory compliance, and risk management in utilities or trades environments.
• Demonstrated experience designing, implementing, and improving Health, Safety and Environment Management Systems.
• Advanced understanding of hazard identification, assessment, and control methods for high‑risk operational activities.
• Strong communication, consultation, and coaching skills with the ability to influence safety practices across diverse teams.
Desired Qualifications and Attributes
• Experience leading safety culture transformation and applying change management strategies aligned with “Culture of Care” principles.
• Broad technical understanding of general, occupational, process, electrical, fire, and life safety; specialized experience in fall protection, electrical safety, and process safety.
• Familiarity with emergency management and incident command systems within utilities or campus operations.
• Proficiency in data analytics and trend analysis using incident and inspection reporting systems to guide evidence‑based improvements.
• Experience developing and delivering safety training, standard operating procedures, and trades‑specific safety resources.
• Skilled at relationship‑building, facilitation, and cross‑functional collaboration in large, decentralized organizations.
• Additional designations such as CHSC, Canadian Risk Manager, or Process Safety credentials are considered assets.
Application Instructions
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This position has a comprehensive benefits package and an annual salary range of $72,250 to $120,423.
The terms and conditions of this appointment are governed by Schedule F of the collective agreement between the Board of Governors of the University of Alberta and the Association of Academic Staff of the University of Alberta.
About Us
The University of Alberta acknowledges that we are located on Treaty 6 territory, and respects the histories, languages and cultures of First Nations, Métis, Inuit and all FirstPeoples of Canada, whose presence continues to enrich our vibrant community.
The University of Alberta is a community of knowledge seekers, change makers and world shapers who lead with purpose each and every day. We are home to over 14,000 faculty and staff, more than 40,000 students and a growing community of 300,000 alumni worldwide.
Your work will have a meaningful influence on a fascinating cross-section of people - from our students and community members, to our renowned researchers and innovators, making discoveries and generating solutions that make the world healthier, safer, stronger and more just. https://www.ualberta.ca/en/careers.html.
At the University of Alberta, we are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible hiring process for all candidates. If you require accommodations to participate in the interview process, please let us know at the time of booking your interview and we will make every effort to accommodate your needs.
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those individuals selected for an interview will be contacted.
All University employees have a responsibility to foster a workplace that prioritizes safety in all its forms—physical, cultural, and psychological. This is achieved by promoting a safe environment, adhering to all safety laws, policies and procedures, completing all required safety training, identifying hazards and implementing controls, reporting incidents, and contributing to a culture of belonging and respect, while endeavoring to ensure that all colleagues feel valued and safe to express their thoughts, perspectives and concerns.
The University of Alberta is committed to creating a university community where everyone feels valued, barriers to success are removed, and thriving connections are fostered. We welcome applications from all qualified persons. We encourage women, First Nations, Métis and Inuit persons, members of visible minority groups, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity and expression, and all those who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas and the University to apply.
L’Université de l’Alberta s’engage à créer une communauté universitaire où chaque personne se sent valorisée, où les obstacles à la réussite sont éliminés et où des connexions enrichissantes peuvent se développer. Nous accueillons les demandes de toutes les personnes qualifiées. Nous encourageons les femmes; Premières nations, Métis et Inuits; membres des groupes minoritaires visibles; personnes handicapées; personnes de toute orientation sexuelle ou identité et expression de genre; et toutes les personnes qui peuvent contribuer à la diversification des idées et à l'université à postuler.
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