Field Safety Advisor (Permanent)

Field Safety Advisor (Permanent - Onsite)

Victoria, BC

Expected Salary: $ 67,021 to $ $83,776

To determine final salary, Babcock considers a variety of factors including the successful Candidate’s skills and experience and internal equity. The final base salary offer is at the Company’s sole discretion and presented as part of a competitive total compensation package.

What You Do Here Matters

In a complex world marked by the threat of war, natural disasters, and geopolitical instability, national security has never been more important.

Babcock is an international defence company providing support and product solutions to enhance our customers’ defence capabilities and critical assets.

Our Canadian team combines their talent and expertise with deep global knowledge and experience from our operations in the United Kingdom, Europe, Australasia and Africa.

Working for us, you’ll help ensure that Canada’s critical services and assets are readily available, reliable, and capable for our defence and civil customers and contribute to Babcock’s Purpose, ‘Creating a safe and secure world, together.’

Be Part of Something Big.

Babcock is a people business. Our people and customers matter most to us. Here you will experience a challenging and rewarding work environment with the support you need to deliver and thrive in your career alongside inclusive teams you respect that value your skills and dedication. 

Our Babcock Principles create the foundation for how we deliver better outcomes for our Culture, Customers and Communities. By collectively embodying these Principles in all the work we do, our colleagues help make us great:

• Be Curious – We believe in challenging the status quo and asking, ‘how might we?’
• Think: Outcomes – We believe in measuring success by the results we deliver and the positive impact we make
• Be Kind – We believe in being kind to ourselves, kind to each other, and kind to our planet.
• Collaborate – We believe that Babcock is greater than the sum of its parts.
• Be Courageous – We believe in being brave, ambitious, and determined.
• Own and Deliver – We believe everybody has a part to play in Babcock’s and our customers’ success.

Our people are at the heart of creating a safe and secure world. We offer a collection of programs and benefits designed to support their well-being:

Health & Well-being

• 100% employer-paid health and dental premiums
• Our Wellness benefit promotes a work environment that supports healthy lifestyles and well-being
• Our Employee and Family Assistance Plan (EFAP) offers support and solutions for a wide range of life’s challenges
• A Maternity/Parental Leave top-up payment is available for our colleagues as their family grows

Planning for the Future

• Babcock Canada matches a portion of earnings towards our RRSP/DPSP program. Additionally, colleagues can contribute directly to a TFSA

Flexibility in How We Work

• An option of a compressed work schedule supports work/life interests
• Competitive annual vacation time off and additional time off during our holiday closure

Growth and recognition

• A comprehensive colleague recognition program and bonus program

• Training and support for professional development and professional membership dues

We encourage you to learn more about Babcock Canada by exploring our website: babcockcanada.com.

In this role, you will:

Safety Planning and Implementation:

• Assist in the development and implementation of comprehensive safety plans and procedures specific to marine projects
• Supporting the Corporate HSE Manager in ensuring that any new legislation, or revised business requirements are integrated into health & safety procedures such that the Business Management System (BMS) remains fully up to date
• Provide HSE advice and guidance to line management on working practices and arrangements to ensure that work activities are undertaken safely in compliance with regulatory requirements, industry best practices, and Babcock Group safety requirements.
• Assist risk owners where required to conduct HSE risk assessments
• Conduct regular site inspections to identify potential hazards and assess safety risks.
• Support the Business Leaders & Directors in generating and delivering local HSE Improvement Plans aligned with the Corporate HSE Manager’s Business wide HSE Improvement Plan

Training and Education:

• Assist in the development and delivery of safety training programs for employees and subcontractors
• Assist in development of Safety Moments and Safety Alerts where required to increase awareness and identify lessons learned
• Provide guidance on safety-related certifications and qualifications required for specific job roles and tasks
• Promote a culture of safety awareness and accountability across all levels of the organization

Incident Management and Investigation:

• Lead investigations into safety observations, events, incidents, near misses, and accidents
• Analyze root causes of incidents and coordinate corrective actions to prevent recurrence, following up to ensure effectiveness
• Ensure timely reporting of all safety incidents in accordance with Babcock Group Safety requirements and regulatory requirements.
• Coordinate and collaborate with subcontractor Safety teams whereby Babcock Canada is not prime for safety (e.g. multi employer worksites)

Regulatory Compliance:

• Stay informed about changes in safety regulations and standards applicable to Ship/Submarine repair.
• Coordinate with regulatory authorities and auditors during inspections and audits

Safety Performance Monitoring:

• Establish and update key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure safety performance on projects.
• Update performance metrics as per customer requirements (e.g. ISNetworld)
• Conduct regular assessments and audits to evaluate adherence to safety standards and identify areas for improvement.
• Provide timely and accurate safety reports to project management and senior leadership.

The ideal candidate brings:

• Education in Occupational Health and Safety, Environmental Science, Engineering, or related field. Years of experience will be considered in lieu.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in safety management, ideally with a focus on marine projects.
• Demonstrated ability to manage all aspects of a safety program on projects of increasing complexity.
• Professional certification in safety management (preferred)
• CPR/First Aid Level 3, Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) certification and/or OSHA/MSHA instructor certification.
• Training and experience in conducting fit testing for respirators
• Competent in conducting risk assessments
• In-depth knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety, and WorkSafe BC regulations and other relevant safety standards.
• Strong communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment; ability to freely access all points of the site in wide-ranging climates and environments.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, including writing formal reports, and making presentations
• Good attention to detail, with the ability to recognize discrepancies.
• Strong work ethic – hands-on approach.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Good working knowledge and application of ISO14001, ISO45001
• Valid Class 5 driver’s license.
• Willingness to travel and relocate to sites as needed.
• You are eligible for a Canadian Secret Security and ITAR Clearance

Babcock is committed to promoting a workforce without boundaries. One that welcomes everyone to contribute to our success regardless of race, national or ethnic origin, colour, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, family status, genetic characteristics, or disability, and conviction for an offence for which a pardon has been granted or in respect of which a record suspension has been ordered. If you require accommodation during any stage of our recruitment process, please let us know how we can assist you.

Babcock Canada acknowledges that the land on which we operate across Canada is the unceded territory of Indigenous Peoples. We are grateful to work, live, and play as guests on these lands and are committed to building meaningful and mutually beneficial relationships with Indigenous Peoples.

Applicants, please apply online at https://www.babcockinternational.com/careers/