Safety Advisor

Vancouver Pile Driving Ltd. (Van Pile) is a family‑owned construction company that has built major marine facilities along British Columbia’s coastline and inland waters since 1913. Learn more at . We build a safer future on land and on water and treat safety as a core value that drives how we work, lead, and deliver complex marine and heavy civil construction projects.

As a Safety Advisor you’ll be at the heart of our operations—supporting crews, collaborating with project teams, and advancing a proactive safety culture across our projects. You’ll provide on‑site leadership, coach safe work behaviours, and ensure regulatory and COR compliance while supporting the safe and successful execution of our work.

• Support and continuously improve Van Pile’s HSE programs, procedures, and initiatives
• Ensure compliance with WorkSafeBC, BCCSA COR, company standards, and project‑specific requirements
• Develop and maintain safety documentation, including project safety plans, hazard assessments, and safe work plans

• Conduct regular site inspections and safety observations
• Identify hazards, assess risks, and work with teams to implement practical controls
• Provide hands‑on coaching and guidance to crews and supervisors
• Support the planning and execution of new and high‑risk work activities

• Deliver site orientations, toolbox talks, and safety meetings
• Actively promote a positive, collaborative safety culture where everyone is involved and accountable

• Assist with incident, near‑miss, and hazard investigations, including root cause analysis
• Prepare clear reports and recommend corrective and preventative actions
• Track and analyze safety metrics, reporting trends and insights to leadership
• Serve as a key point of contact for safety‑related concerns on site
• Communicate issues that may impact schedule, cost, or operations
• Work closely with project teams, HSE professionals, and subcontractors to resolve safety challenges

• 7–10+ years of hands‑on field safety experience, ideally in marine, heavy civil, or industrial construction
• Post‑secondary education or diploma in Occupational Health & Safety (or equivalent experience)
• Strong knowledge of WorkSafeBC regulations and construction safety practices
• Experience working within a COR‑certified safety management system

• Natural ability to influence, coach, and build trust in the field
• Confident communicator with strong written and verbal skills
• Highly organized, detail‑oriented, and reliable
• Proactive, solutions‑focused mindset with sound judgment
• Comfortable working in fast‑paced, changing project environments
• Willing to work shifts, non‑standard hours, and travel as required
• Valid driver’s license and reliable personal vehicle

• Safety designation such as CRSP, RCSO, CHSC, or actively working toward certification
• Occupational First Aid Level 1 or 3 (or willingness to obtain)
• BCCSA COR internal auditor experience is an asset

Salary: $90 - $107k per annum

The actual salary offered will be determined based on job‑related factors including relevant experience and company policy.

• Competitive Compensation – base salary, company‑paid RRSP contributions, and bonus eligibility
• Grow Your Career – professional development, mentorship, and ongoing learning opportunities
• Time to Recharge – 14 statutory holidays per calendar year
• Comprehensive Benefits – a competitive benefits program supporting health and well‑being
• Annual Fitness & Movement Stipend – supporting physical health
• Connected Culture – monthly social events bringing teams together
• Long‑Term Opportunity – build a future with a proud, BC‑based, family‑owned company that invests in people