Health, Safety & Security Manager

Take part in the sustainable travel revolution at our harbor-front, eco-conscious hotel, which is home to Vancouver's first green roof and honey bee apiary. You'll be involved in building Fairmont Waterfront's ongoing reputation of excellence, which has recently seen us recognized as the 2nd Best Hotel in Canada by the readers of Conde Nast; Fairmont Waterfront offers relaxed luxury, incredible water views and is just steps away from Vancouver's seawall, Gastown and Canada Place. About us:

Why work at Fairmont Waterfront?

• Deeply committed to sustainability and community
• More than 50% of leadership team including c-suite, are women
• Firm believers in diversity - we have colleagues from 60 countries
• Passionate advocates for the LGBTQSIA + community - 365 days of the year, gender inclusive change rooms, only hotel brand to participate in Vancouver Pride Parade, on-going diversity training for all colleagues, hotel level committee and representation
• Industry leading Leadership program and learning program through our Academies
• Great perks - Colleague Travel Discount Program* that provides discounted rates for travel to over 5300 Accor hotels Worldwide, food & beverage discounts, transit reimbursement program for Trans Link monthly passes, subsidized meal during your shift through our colleague dining program, Benefit Plan* including medical, dental and vision coverage, Pension Plan, and more!
• One free stay through our Be Our Guest Program
• Competitive annual salary commensurate with experience. Salary range starting at $72,000.

*full-time and part-time status colleagues

Health, Safety & Security Manager

We push ourselves every day to always be better and leave the world a better place.  Ensuring the safety and wellbeing of our Colleagues, Guests and Visitors is an integral part of our operations. As Health, Safety & Security Manager, your attentiveness, efficiency and commitment will ensure your hotel remains a safe, enjoyable workplace and travel destination.

Summary of Responsibilities:

• Champion safe work practices, creation and implementation of employee safe-working procedures, awareness and accident prevention programs.  Develop and monitor systems, train and educate employees on reporting hazards and workplace processes to minimize injuries in the workplace.
• Manage all aspects of physical hotel security including security personnel (Third Party and Department Managers), keys, access control, passcodes, security cameras, alarms, guest room security.  Management of security contract and officers.
• Ongoing development and delivery of security and workplace health and safety orientation programs.
• Thorough and timely investigation, reporting and follow up of internal and external security and health related accidents, incidents or reports. Conduct frequent audits of departments and provide expert recommendations. Conducts follow up with departments, leaders, and employees as required to ensure ongoing culture of safety, security, awareness and prevention.
• Work with external groups and/or security agencies on security measures for special events, groups or VIPs.
• Liaise with local law enforcement, and community peers on security related matters. Act as first contact for emergency agencies.
• Lead and develop strategies, communication, training and coaching of all employees for emergency systems and procedures.
• Manage business continuity and crisis management (A.L.E.R.T.) programs including training, record keeping, and updates to documentation.
• Ensure compliance with all corporate loss prevention, health & safety and security guidelines and procedures.
• Own hotel health and safety programs and training, including safe work practices, employee security procedures, awareness programs and accident prevention.
• Development and delivery of fire response and evacuation training for all internal stakeholders.
• Chair of the joint occupational health & safety committee. Conduct monthly reporting and training for awareness.  Lead and train committee members and department managers in the development and execution of strategies to improve the overall health and wellness of the hotel community.
• Management, upkeep and ongoing training of Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS 2015) for all required employees to ensure compliance with regulations.
• Ensure hotel meets all conditions of WorksafeBC Certificate of Recognition (COR) Audit. Work as liaison with WorkSafeBC and Go2HR and participate in annual audit.
• Maintain thorough knowledge of WorkSafeBC worksite requirements and ensure compliance at all times.
• Periodically conduct employee baggage and locker inspections
• Manage and conduct regular security patrols to ensure adequate presence in all parts of the property.
• Manage Occupational First Aid training and records for applicable staff
• Manage security video systems including access, storage and training according to hotel protocols
• Ensure First Aid kits and equipment are maintained and stocked in a timely manner
• All other duties as assigned

Your experience and skills include:

• Minimum 2 years of experience in a leadership role within a comparable industry
• Minimum 2 years of security, health & safety or loss prevention experience an asset.
• Must be available to work a variety of shifts including weekends & holidays, mornings, mid-days, evenings & overnights
• Strong communication skills with the ability to develop trusting relationships and foster cooperation
• Occupational First Aid Level 2 certification an asset.
• Attention to detail.
• Self-starter and able to work unsupervised.
• Must be able to react well and have ability to be assertive under pressure.
• Comfortable dealing with security related issues.
• Valid BC Security worker license an asset.
• WorkSafeBC Certificate of Recognition Auditor certification an asset.

Visa Requirements: Must be legally eligible to work in Canada.  The hotel is unable to assist candidates in obtaining Canadian work authorization.

Our commitment to Diversity & Inclusion: We are an inclusive company and our ambition is to attract, recruit and promote diverse talent.

Why work for Accor?
We are far more than a worldwide leader. We welcome you as you are and you can find a job and brand that matches your personality. We support you to grow and learn every day, making sure that work brings purpose to your life, so that during your journey with us, you can continue to explore Accor’s limitless possibilities.
By joining Accor, every chapter of your story is yours to write and together we can imagine tomorrow's hospitality. Discover the life that awaits you at Accor, visit  https://careers.accor.com/

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