HSE Advisor

Vancouver Pile Driving Ltd. (Van Pile) is not just a construction company; it's a cornerstone of British Columbia's marine infrastructure. Since
1913, our dedicated team has been building major marine facilities along the coastline and inland waters. As a proud, family-owned business, we are deeply committed to our community and uphold a long-standing tradition of excellence and integrity.
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At Vancouver Pile Driving Ltd. (Van Pile), safety isn’t just a requirement—it’s a core value that drives how we work, how we lead, and how we deliver some of the most complex marine and heavy civil construction projects in the region.

We’re looking for an experienced, motivated Safety Advisor who thrives in the field, leads by example, and is passionate about making real impact on active worksites. If you enjoy being hands‑on, working alongside crews, and turning safety principles into daily practice, this role is for you.

As a Safety Advisor, you’ll be at the heart of our operations—supporting crews, collaborating with project teams, and advancing a proactive, engaged 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.

This role blends planning, people, and presence in the field, offering you the opportunity to influence safety where it truly matters.

• 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…