Health & Safety Lead

The Opportunity
DeVry Greenhouses is looking for a proactive and hands‑on  Health & Safety Lead  to join our People & Culture team. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who is passionate about creating safe, healthy workplaces and wants to take ownership of programs that directly impact employee well‑being across our operations in BC, Alberta, and Michigan.

In this role, you will lead and evolve our Health & Safety program by driving compliance, improving systems and processes, supporting injury prevention initiatives, and fostering a strong safety culture throughout the organization. This position is ideal for someone who enjoys being present in operations, collaborating with teams, and making a meaningful impact every day.

DeVry Overview
At DeVry Greenhouses, we are passionate about cultivating excellence, in our plants, our people, and our practices. As a family‑owned greenhouse and nursery operation, we take pride in our values, our teamwork, and our commitment to growing both the business and the people within it.

People & Culture plays a key role in bringing these values to life, and this passion helps ensure they are reflected consistently in how we support, guide, and engage our teams.

Responsibilities
Health & Safety Program Leadership

Lead and continuously improve Health & Safety programs, policies, and procedures across multiple operations

Partner with leadership teams to support annual safety initiatives and organizational goals

Promote a proactive safety culture focused on accountability, prevention, and continuous improvement

Regulatory Compliance & COR

Ensure compliance with applicable health and safety regulations including WorkSafeBC, Alberta OHS/WCB, and MIOSHA requirements

Support COR certification activities, audits, inspections, and ongoing compliance efforts

Stay current on legislative updates and industry best practices

Workplace Inspections & Incident Management

Conduct regular workplace inspections and risk assessments in greenhouse and operational environments

Lead incident investigations, identify root causes, and implement corrective actions

Support return-to-work and injury management processes in a safe and supportive manner

Maintain accurate documentation and reporting related to incidents, inspections, and audits

Training, Education & Employee Engagement

Coordinate and deliver safety training programs including WHMIS, PPE, and safe work practices

Support emergency preparedness and first aid readiness across sites

Co-chair Joint Health & Safety Committees and follow up on action items

Promote employee participation and engagement in safety initiatives

Qualifications

3+ years of experience in a Health & Safety role

Experience in agriculture, manufacturing, or similar operational environments is considered an asset

Strong understanding of WorkSafeBC and Alberta OHS regulations

Experience with COR certification and audit processes

Intermediate First Aid certification

Valid Class 5 Driver’s License

Strong organizational, communication, and problem‑solving skills

Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with cross‑functional teams

Positive attitude with a strong commitment to safety and employee well‑being

Total Rewards

Competitive compensation based on education, experience, and performance

Hourly wage range of $26–$30/hour

Extended health and dental benefits

RRSP matching program

Opportunities to contribute to meaningful initiatives and continuous improvement

A collaborative and supportive team environment

Take the lead in evolving Health & Safety across multiple locations while working alongside a supportive, collaborative team. You’ll have the opportunity to build stronger systems, improve processes, and create lasting impact across the organization.

Work Location
Chilliwack, BC (in‑person), with travel across BC, AB and MI as required.

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