Why Lethbridge?

Lethbridge offers an ideal mix of work and lifestyle for professionals and families. Just two hours from Calgary and an hour from the U.S. border, it boasts a sunny climate, affordable housing, and a strong sense of community. With nearby outdoor adventures, 70+ parks, cultural attractions, and a short commute, Lethbridge provides the perfect balance between career growth and quality of life.

 

Life in Lethbridge offers the best of both worlds—the welcoming charm of a close-knit community and the amenities of a growing urban center. Come see why so many professionals and families are making Lethbridge their home!

 

Our Safety, Health & Wellness group is currently seeking a Workplace Safety Specialist to join our team of professionals. This is an ideal opportunity for a collaborative, self-directed individual who is curious about the intersection of physical, psychological, and social well-being to effective workplace safety and health risk management. This is a non-permanent, temporary term employment opportunity that is expected up to December 31, 2027, with the possibility of permanent placement following.

STATUS: Full Time, Term up to December 31, 2027

HOURS OF WORK: 8 hours per day, Monday to Friday, with every third Friday or Monday off

PAY RANGE: $44.63 - $55.81 per hour, commensurate with experience

 

In this role, you will: while reporting to the OHS Manager, your overall responsibility will be to provide leadership, expertise, and assistance to workers, supervisors and managers across all departments in the daily execution of the City’s Safety Management System (SMS), and the Transportation Safety Management System (TSMS). You will also play a critical role in the ongoing maturing of the Safey Management Programs while supporting stakeholders with regulatory compliance and effective daily engagement in the City’s SMS.

 

This position is evolving to meet the changing needs of the organization and will have enhanced coaching responsibilities to proactively educate and elevate behaviour that supports and reinforces safety and well-being. Using your advanced coaching and influencing skills, you will establish a proactive, ongoing presence on work sites across the organization to build relationships; develop, enhance and implement SMS and TSMS programs; and support the resolution of safety-related behaviour concerns, when they arise. You will have involvement in incident investigations and post-incident follow-up, that will include partnering with other organizational stakeholders to develop and implement strategies that turn issues into successful opportunities to learn and enhance the growth of the SMS and TSMS. This will include ongoing assessment of corrective actions and continued coaching, as well as completing regulatory documentation and reporting.

 

Additional responsibilities will include:

·         Monitoring across the City’s diverse workplace environments, the performance of the City’s SMS

·         Collaborating with department specific Committees, supervisors, and managers to prevent workplace injury and ill-health 

·         Assessing and facilitating the alignment of daily work practices to current hazard controls and safety expectations

·         Facilitating the organization’s readiness for an external audit of the SMS and TSMS; to provincial (COR / Alberta Transportation) or International standards (ISO)

·         Identifying, assessing and controlling vulnerabilities within the SMS and TSMS by applying a risk management mindset, and holistic injury prevention strategies

·         Conducting workplace inspections both indoors and outdoors

·         Communicating corporate changes in new technologies, procedures, processes for improving the effectiveness of the SMS and TSMS

 

What You Bring to the Table

Qualifications & Experience:

·         Previous experience working in an Occupational Health and Safety or Commercial Vehicle Transportation Safety role will be considered an asset

·         Must be an AMHSA certified auditor or willing and able to obtain the certification

·         Must possess a minimum of a Class 5 Drivers license with reliable transportation

·         Management System development and implementation experience will be considered an asset

·         Professional accreditation such as CRSP, CSP, NCSO, PMP or other professional designation will be considered an asset

·         Successful relationship-building skills that are collaborative and supportive

·         Advanced coaching and influencing skills to proactively resolve issues and build strengths

·         Strong analytical, problem-solving, and strategic thinking skills

·         Independent judgement and initiative to proactively identify and respond to changing priorities

·         Concise and articulate verbal, written, and presentation skills

·         Experience with COR, ISO, or Commercial Vehicle audit preparations and processes

·         Advanced organizational skills to self-manage workloads

·         Current certification in first aid preferred

·         Other combinations of education, experience and qualifications may be considered

 

Why You’ll Love It Here:

At the City of Lethbridge, we are committed to building a workplace where employees feel valued, supported, and empowered to contribute. You’ll be joining a collaborative, supportive team that values your input and celebrates our wins. Every day brings new challenges and opportunities to grow, adapt, and make a difference. If you bring a positive attitude, a passion for service, and a knack for leading with empathy and efficiency, this is the place for you.

 

For further information on this opportunity, please contact:

Justin Brunelle, OHS Manager at justin.brunelle@lethrbidge.ca"> justin.brunelle@lethrbidge.ca or call 403-320-4984

 

Qualified candidates are invited to submit their resume with cover letter, online by clicking on “Apply” at the top of this screen

Applicants must apply online. We are unable to accept paper copies of resumes or applications sent via email.

  

Closing Date: August 19, 2026 at 4:00PM MST

                                               

All applicants are thanked in advance for their interest. Only individuals selected for interviews will be contacted.

                                                                                                                               

The City of Lethbridge (www.lethbridge.ca) proudly acknowledges that we are located at the heart of Siksikaitsitapi (Blackfoot) Territory, home of Kainai, Piikani, Siksika and Amskapi Piikani (Montana, USA) First Nations. Lethbridge is also located within the Métis Nation of Alberta.

 

The City of Lethbridge recognizes the diversity of our community and is working to ensure programs, services, facilities, and employment opportunities are inclusive to all people.

               

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