Advisor, Corporate Safety

Salary: Authority Band 8 ($88,354.50 - $91,903.50)

Status: Permanent Full-Time

Number of positions available: 1

Closing Date: April 18, 2025

WHO WE ARE

The Calgary Airport Authority manages and operates both YYC Calgary International Airport and YBW Springbank Airport as well as collaborates with the many vibrant community partners who impact our guest experiences. If you are interested in an exciting career in the airport industry, then this is the place to be!

WHAT WILL YOU DO

Reporting to the General Manager, SMS Safety, the Corporate Safety Advisor will support the oversight of the Authority’s safety programs and act as a subject matter expert with a strong focus on delivering OH&S program initiatives. This includes OH&S incident investigation for YYC Crew and contractors, root cause analysis, corrective action development, regulatory compliance, risk/hazard assessments, worksite inspections and supporting Workplace Health and Safety Committees.

WHATS THE TEAM LIKE

Our Safety team is passionate about safety which is evident in our culture at all levels of our organization. Our Safety experts are high performers who connect with our people, create opportunities, and make substantive change every day.

WHAT ARE SOME OF THE RESPONSIBILITIES 

• Conduct comprehensive safety investigations under the Occupational Health & Safety and Contractor Safety Programs, collaborating with YYC Crew, contractors, and tenants to address incidents and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
• Establish and communicate investigative conclusions and review and approve corrective actions from tenants, contractors, and YYC management.
• For significant safety events, establish findings, conduct root cause analysis, approve containment and corrective actions, and monitor closing actions for long-term effectiveness.
• Ensure ongoing regulatory compliance with the Canada Labour Code Part II, Canada Health and Safety Regulations, and the Alberta Occupational Health & Safety Act through the performance of their investigative duties, as per Safety Management System requirements and regulation.
• Conduct regular safety inspections at construction sites and work areas to identify potential hazards, non-compliance with safety regulations, and unsafe practices.
• Maintain accurate and comprehensive records of safety inspections and safety-related documentation.
• Liaise with leadership on action items to ensure hazardous conditions are addressed in a timely manner.
• Attend all Workplace Health and Safety Meetings to provide insight, advice and recognition to action items as required.
• Schedule and direct detailed monthly workplace inspections with Authority management and workplace health and safety representatives.
• Document and track action items to ensure follow up.
• Conflict resolution between Committee members when required.
• Administer the Calgary Airport Authority’s ISNetworld (ISN) account, ensuring that:
  • All active contractors are compliant with safety requirements
  • Contractor information and incident reporting details submitted through Site Tracker are maintained and up to date
  • Monitoring of contractor performance and compliance through ISN, providing regular reports to YYC contract owners as required
  • Regular meetings with ISN team to further develop contractor safety oversight and data metrics to enhance safety performance.

WHAT DO YOU NEED TO BRING

• The ability to gain and maintain a RAIC (RAIC Program and Application Information)
• Post-secondary education in safety, environmental, or similar is preferred, but 6+ years of professional equivalent experience (e.g. Certified Occupational Health & Safety Practitioner) may be considered.
• 3+ years related industry experience in the areas of OH&S, hazard identification/control, workplace inspections, accident investigations, safety investigations, compliance and enforcement, risk and root cause analysis, or safety program management.
• CRSP Canadian Registered Safety Professional or working toward designation or similar designation (e.g., CSP, NCSO) preferred.
• Proven ability to make decisions on risk tolerability and develop corrective actions that directly address identified findings and root causes.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively convey safety-related information to diverse audiences.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team, effectively managing both safety and administrative responsibilities.
• Intermediate to advanced technical computer skills in Microsoft Office products with a firm understanding of design, layout and graphics through Word.
• In-depth knowledge of Canadian construction safety regulations, codes, and practices, staying current with updates and amendments in the Canadian safety landscape.
• Proficiency in utilizing safety software and tools commonly used for inspections, reporting, and administrative tasks, ensuring compliance with Canadian safety requirements and efficient data management.
• Thorough knowledge of Alberta Occupational Health and Safety Act (sections applicable to ‘owners’ responsibilities, sections required for advising Authority staff who manage employees under the Alberta OH&S Act)
• Extensive understanding of Canada Labour Code Part Two and Criminal Code of Canada (as related to workplace health and safety).
• Demonstrable understanding of safety investigations, root cause analysis, findings and effective corrective action plan development.
• Must possess a valid Class 5 Alberta Driver’s License or equivalent, subject to a clean driver’s abstract.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a RAIC (Restricted Area Identification Card) & AVOP (Airside Vehicle Operating Permit).

WHAT OPTIONAL ELEMENTS SUPPORT YOUR APPLICATION (all are assets)

• Bilingual in English or French.

WHAT DOES DIVERSITY MEAN TO US

We are committed to building a team where exceptional leadership shines and our crew thrives both at work and at home. We believe that deliberate steps such as creating a workplace that is physically and psychologically safe, equitable to all, and actively and diligently taking steps along the path to reconciliation are the keys to making this a reality.

OUR VALUES:

We prioritize genuine concern and compassion for everyone we engage with, from our team members to our partners and guests, always striving to help and support one another.

We actively seek diverse perspectives in our decision-making and collaboratively tackle challenges.

We work together with trust and transparency, supporting one another to achieve the collective goals of our organization.

We grow, evolve, and adapt with purpose, continually aligning our actions with our vision.

We embrace curiosity and boldly challenge the status quo, exploring new opportunities and taking thoughtful, responsible risks that drive purposeful innovation.