Health & Safety Administrative Assistant - Summer Student

Ignite a meaningful career at Westerner Park — where opportunity, growth, and purpose converge.

Westerner Park is seeking a detail-oriented and organized Health & Safety Administrative Assistant (Canada Summer Jobs) to join our Facilities & Park Operations team. This temporary, full-time role provides administrative and technical support to help maintain a safe and compliant work environment for employees, volunteers, and visitors.

As part of the Facilities & Park Operations team, the Health & Safety Administrative Assistant supports recordkeeping, compliance initiatives, safety communications, and emergency preparedness, contributing to a culture of safety and operational excellence across Westerner Park.

Position Overview

Reporting to the General Manager, Facilities & Park Operations, the Health & Safety Administrative Assistant supports the department’s workplace health and safety programs through accurate documentation, compliance tracking, and administrative assistance. This role requires strong attention to detail, organization, and collaboration in a fast-paced, event-driven environment.

Key Areas of Responsibility

1. Safety Documentation & Compliance

• Maintain health and safety documentation, files, and records.
• Enter incident and near-miss data into tracking systems, ensuring accuracy and completeness.
• Assist with revising templates, reviewing legislative changes, and supporting policy compliance.

2. Inspections & Hazard Management

• Prepare inspection checklists and assist with inspections as needed.
• Log hazard reports and follow-up notes in applicable databases.
• Inventory first aid kits, identify supply needs, and coordinate replenishments.

3. Safety Communications & Campaigns

• Draft safety content, including bulletins, posters, and educational materials.
• Assist with seasonal safety campaigns, such as heat safety, severe weather, and cold-stress awareness.
• Review and update emergency evacuation maps, muster point diagrams, and signage.

4. Administrative & Team Support

• Support general administrative functions such as data entry, document formatting, and communication distribution.
• Collaborate with team members to ensure accuracy, efficiency, and compliance.
• Perform additional duties as assigned to support Facilities & Park Operations.

Key Deliverables

• Accurate and up-to-date health and safety records and documentation.
• Timely entry of incident, inspection, and hazard data.
• Clear and engaging safety communications and campaign materials.
• Organized and prepared safety supplies, kits, and emergency resources.

What You’ll Bring

• Currently enrolled in a post-secondary program (Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Health, Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field preferred).
• Basic understanding of workplace health and safety principles (WHMIS, hazard identification, inspections, etc.) is an asset.
• Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Previous administrative or safety-related experience (workplace, volunteer, or coursework) is an asset.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Ability to adapt to flexible hours, including evenings and weekends.
• Eligibility for the Canada Summer Jobs Program.

Why Join Westerner Park?

At Westerner Park, you’ll be part of a team driven by purpose and community. We offer:

• Competitive compensation of $18.00/hr.
• Hands-on experience supporting workplace health and safety programs.
• Exposure to a dynamic, event-driven major events environment.
• A supportive and collaborative culture that encourages learning, professional growth, and safety awareness.

Explore working at Westerner Park, where your contributions help ensure a safe, prepared, and compliant environment for everyone. Realize your potential and apply now to start your extraordinary story with us.

Affiliation: Member of the Westerner Employees’ Association
Employment Type: Temporary / Full-Time
Reports To: General Manager, Facilities & Park Operations
Overtime Eligible: Yes

Thank you for your interest in Westerner Park. We look forward to reviewing your application. 

Westerner Park welcomes all applicants for this position. Should you be individually selected to participate in an assessment or selection process, accommodation is available upon request in relation to the materials or processes to be used.