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Senior Safety Advisor
@ BC Rapid Transit Co. Ltd
Vancouver, British Columbia
Overview
BC Rapid Transit Company Ltd. (SkyTrain) is hiring a Senior Safety Advisor for its Burnaby-based Expo and Millennium Lines. The role leads safety investigations, advises on WorkSafe BC compliance and supports committees, with on-call availability. The posting states a 37.5-hour week, a salary range of $84,480 to $126,720 per year, and mainly on-site work.
Pay:
$84,480–$126,720 a year
Responsibilities:
- Conduct complex accident and critical incident investigations
- Provide advanced safety advice on WorkSafe BC regulations
- Lead safety committees and liaise with regulatory agencies
- Compile and analyze safety statistics
- Manage multiple projects with minimal supervision
Requirements summary:
- Safety-related diploma
- Canadian Registered Safety Professional designation or equivalent
- 5 years of progressive safety experience
- Advanced knowledge of safety legislation and policy
- Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills
- Advanced office software skills
Tools & skills
Benefits mentioned
Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-10-08
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-15
- Source record updated
- 2026-10-15
These dates describe the source record, not a live verification that the employer is still hiring. Check the original posting.
Job details
| Seniority | Senior |
| Department | Administrative |
| Experience | 5+ years |
| Hours per week | 37.5 |
| Travel | air: none · ground: minimal |
| Work setting | Office, Plant or factory |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical low · computer high |
| Languages | English |
| Licences & certifications | Canadian Registered Safety Professional |
| Encouraged to apply | Indigenous peoples, Racialized people, 2SLGBTQ+, People with disabilities |
| Education | College diploma (required) |
| Fields of study | Safety-related discipline |
| Perks mentioned | Generous paid time off, Retirement plan, Transit support, Paid training |
Summary and details written by AI from the posting; the employer’s posting is the authority.
BC Rapid Transit Co. Ltd
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 28 |
Marketing Statement
Join a company that has been a part of moving Metro Vancouver for over 35 years.
British Columbia Rapid Transit Company Ltd. (BCRTC) maintains and operates the Expo and Millennium SkyTrain Lines from our central facilities in south Burnaby. Our services connect downtown Vancouver to the cities of Burnaby, New Westminster, Coquitlam, Port Moody and Surrey. With the future expansion of both the Expo and Millennium Lines gathering pace, infrastructure renewal and new asset acquisition projects underway, this is an exciting time to join our team of over 1,200 dedicated employees, working on one of the longest fully-automated rapid transit systems in the world.
Our work encompasses roles such as administration, engineering, elevator and escalator maintenance, field operations, vehicle maintenance, and wayside (station and guideway) maintenance.
When you work for SkyTrain, not only will you help move Metro Vancouver, you will also have access to comprehensive benefits including paid vacation, medical benefits, transit passes, training and more. We are a proud equal opportunity employer, committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce.
Come explore what makes us one of BC’s Top Employers!
Qualifications
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
The requirements for this job are typically acquired through a diploma in a safety-related discipline, plus a Canadian Registered Safety Professional designation or equivalent plus 5 years of related progressive experience.
OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
Advanced knowledge of the concepts, principles, practices, and techniques pertaining to safety such as WorkSafe BC regulations.
Advanced knowledge of the relevant policies, legislation, and legal terminology.
Excellent prioritizing, organizing and time management skills and ability to manage multiple projects. Must be able to work independently with minimal supervision as well as in a team environment and demonstrate flexibility in providing advice on an on-call basis.
Advanced communication and interpersonal skills to conduct complex investigations, provide an advanced level of advice, lead committees, and liaise with regulatory agencies.
Advanced analytical skills to investigate accidents and critical incidents, analyze and document findings, and compile and analyze statistics.
Solid problem-solving skills to determine cause of complex accidents and critical incidents, and to develop/recommend corrective action.
Advanced working knowledge of standard office software, including word processing, spreadsheets, presentation software and web-based systems.
Supervisory experience in an unionized environment is an asset.
Other Information
Recruitment Process: An applicant will be required to demonstrate their suitability for this position by meeting the minimum level of qualifications and experience in order to be invited into the selection process. A standard interview format will be used including general, scenario and behavioural descriptive interview questions.
Work Schedule
37.5 hours per week.
Work Designation
Resident
This position works predominately on-site.
Rate of Pay
The salary for this position ranges from $84,480 - $126,720 per annum. Actual salary offered will be based on education, experience, skills, and qualifications as they relate to the role.
We aim to provide competitive pay that reflects your professional background and expertise. We want to ensure our offer will align with your strengths considering experience, skills, and internal equity to offer a fair and equitable salary. The Total Compensation Package, which includes Extended Health, Dental, Transit Pass and enrollment in the Public Service Pension Plan as well as other employment offerings will be discussed in detail as your application progresses.
How to Apply
Please click the 'Apply' button at the top right corner or go to http://www.translink.ca/careers to apply for this position and view instructions on the process.
INSTRUCTIONS: Please save your (1) cover letter, and your (2) resume as one pdf document prior to uploading your application on-line.
Posting Date: October 2nd 2026
Closing Date: Open Until Filled
Please note that only those short listed will be contacted.
Having trouble applying? Please view the System Requirements & FAQ's by going to http://www.translink.ca/careers.
Equal Employment Opportunity
SkyTrain is committed to employment equity and building a diverse workforce, representative of the customers we serve and the many communities in the Metro Vancouver region. We welcome and encourage Indigenous applicants, people of colour, all genders, 2SLGBTQ+ and persons with disabilities to apply. Learn more about TransLink's commitment to to equity, diversity and inclusion.
Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. For a confidential inquiry, simply email us at [email protected].
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