Director Safety Operations

About the Role:

The Director of Safety Operations manages a departmental function within Western Pacific Enterprises Safety Department.
Creates strategies and specific objectives for the function and develops people, policies, and procedures to support the functional infrastructure.
Directs and oversees safety programs and standards to reduce potential accidents and injury.
The Director manages Safety Staff within their regions.

Company Overview

Since our inception in 1973, Western Pacific Enterprises, a subsidiary of MYR Group Inc, has successfully completed many electrical construction projects for commercial, industrial, and utility clients throughout Western Canada.
Innovation and an enthusiasm for challenging projects have made WPE one of British Columbia's largest electrical contractors.

We have built some of the most prominent fixtures of Vancouver and western Canada, including projects such as BC Place Arena, the Convention Centre, and the entire Skytrain System.
Western Pacific Enterprises is proud of our sustainability focus, reducing our carbon footprint by operating as a completely paper-free environment and allowing employees the opportunity to be part of building something recognizable to everyone in your community.

Essential Functions

• Create and maintain a high performing team that supports WPE operational Groups in all areas of Safety
• Lead and direct the work of other employees and has authority for personnel decisions in conjunction with the business unit leadership
• Ensure development plans are in place for Safety Managers and Safety Specialists
• Ensure Districts have adequate safety staffing
• Ensure compliance with internal safety policies and federal, state, and local laws and regulations
• Administer departmental policies and procedures, evaluates results and performance, and directs the development of new or modified budgets, strategic plans, or policies
• Claims Management
• Work with Provincial associations on advocacy on law and regulation.

• Ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, or local statutes or regulations including OSHA
• Enforce organizational safety programs and policies that are meant to prevent injuries, fires, or other workplace accidents
• Direct the identification and mitigation of potential safety hazards, the development and delivery of safety training programs educating employees on safe working practices, appropriate equipment operation, and emergency procedures, or the investigation of accidents and incident
• Collaborate with senior leaders to align departmental strategy or direction with the overall goals of the organization
• Consistently communicate with Operations management in order to understand and respond to their needs

• Establish a portfolio of safety programs and plans to support the key customers of the specific business units that align with the WPE and customer safety requirements
• Establish guidelines governing the collection and maintenance of employee training records, health/safety manuals or handbooks, incident/accident reports, or other documentation
• Audit processes to identify weaknesses or risks and proactively develops and implements corrective actions; ensures appropriate investigation of and response to accidents or injuries
• Work as a liaison with Districts and Legal during designated accident investigations
• Coordinate support during SAT investigations
• Other duties as assigned
• Essential functions of this position are to be performed at a Company-designated office or field location
• Understand and comply with the Company's Code of Business Conduct and Ethics Policy and other industry-specific professional and ethical standards

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of experience in occupational safety and health operations in the construction industry, including 5 years of management experience
• Safety-related Certifications preferred
• Bachelor's degree in Safety Management, Construction Management, or related field; combination of relevant education and experience considered in lieu of degree

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• In-depth knowledge of electrical construction
• In-depth understanding of occupational safety and health concepts and principles
• Excellent analytical and observation skills
• Advanced knowledge of Federal, State and Local regulations related to safety and occupational health
• Advanced leadership and communication skills
• Must be able to work under high pressure conditions and in emergencies
• Proven ability to drive strategic direction
• Proven decision-making and planning skills
• Detail orientation and analytical aptitude
• Ability to build collaborative relationships and influence others
• Ability to develop and mentor others

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary $180,000-$200,000 / year
  • Commensurate with experience, paid weekly.
    Posted salary ranges are made in good faith.
    MYR Group reserves the right to adjust ranges depending on the qualifications of the selected candidate.
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• Medical, Basic Life, AD&D, Critical Illness, Long-term Disability, Dependent Coverage
• Extended Health, Prescription Drugs, and Paramedical Services
• Dental Health, Basic/Preventative and Major Coverage
• ThrivePass Health & Wellness Reimbursement Program - Twelve hundred dollars annually for health and wellbeing-related purchases.
  
• Annual Vacation starting at 10 days plus 5 paid Sick Days
• Superior educational assistance program (support for educational costs, internal training, and more!).
  
• Employee Assistance Plan (EAP).
  

Position may be subject to pre-employment screening, which may include background check and drug testing.
Accessibility:
If you need an accommodation as part of the employment process, contact our Employment Hotline at 1-***.

MYR Group, Inc.
and our subsidiaries are proud to be Equal Opportunity Employers.
We promote diversity of thought, culture, and background, which connects our family of brands.
We are committed to a work environment that supports, inspires, and respects all individuals and in which personnel processes are merit-based and applied without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age, disability, national or ethnic origin, military service status, or other protected characteristics.
We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive.