Occupational Health Advisor

At SECURE, we lead the way in waste management and energy infrastructure, providing unmatched security and peace of mind to our clients. Our strength lies in our size, extensive network, solid reputation, industry expertise, and a relentless can-do attitude.

With an expansive infrastructure network spanning Western Canada and North Dakota, we deliver essential solutions where they are needed most. Our partnerships focus on safely recovering oil and metals, disposing of liquid and solid waste, recycling materials such as metals, water, and oil, and reclaiming contaminated land to reduce environmental footprints.

SECURE is committed to innovation, helping our customers lower costs, reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, and exceed their business, safety, and environmental goals. We go beyond expectations — mitigating risks, reducing financial obligations, and maximizing value for our clients.

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The Occupational Health Advisor is responsible for the effective administration and coordination of the organization’s disability management program. This role primarily manages disability and absence cases, including Short-Term Disability (STD), Workers’ Compensation (WCB), modified duties, and complex return-to-work matters, ensuring consistent, compliant, and employee-centred processes.

The position plays a key role in supporting fitness-for-work decision making, return-to-work planning, accommodation coordination, and stakeholder communication. The Advisor works collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders to balance employee well-being, operational requirements, legislative compliance, and risk management.

This role is based out of Calgary, Alberta

The team is a collaborative, cross-functional group that partners closely with HR, HSE, leaders, and external stakeholders to support employee health, well-being, and operational outcomes. They are highly trusted advisors who bring expertise, discretion, and a balanced approach to managing complex and sensitive cases.

The environment is fast-paced and dynamic, requiring strong prioritization and sound judgment when managing competing demands. It is a professional, supportive setting where confidentiality, collaboration, and employee-centred decision-making are key to success.

Disability Case Management

• Manage a portfolio of disability cases, including STD, LTD, WCB, and modified work-related files
• Review and interpret medical documentation to support appropriate case decisions
• Apply internal adjudication and disability management guidelines to ensure consistency and fairness
• Monitor case progression and proactively identify barriers to recovery or return to work
• Maintain ongoing communication with employees and leaders throughout the leave lifecycle

Return-to-Work Coordination

• Support fitness-for-work assessments and recommendations
• Facilitate safe and sustainable return-to-work plans
• Coordinate modified duties and workplace accommodations as required
• Collaborate with leaders to ensure operational feasibility of accommodations
• Escalate complex medical, legal, or operational concerns appropriately

Stakeholder Collaboration

• Act as a key liaison between employees, leaders, Payroll, Benefits, HR, HSE, and other internal stakeholders
• Engage with external stakeholders as required to support case management
• Provide clear guidance to leaders on disability management processes, roles, and expectations
• Communicate professionally and effectively in sensitive and complex situations

Confidentiality & Compliance

• Maintain strict medical confidentiality in all aspects of case management
• Ensure compliance with applicable privacy legislation, employment standards, human rights obligations, and internal information-handling policies
• Exercise sound professional judgment when managing sensitive medical and personal information
• Adhere to documentation standards that protect organizational and employee privacy

Documentation & Reporting

• Maintain accurate, timely, and confidential case documentation
• Ensure adherence to record-keeping standards and privacy legislation
• Contribute to reporting requirements related to disability metrics and trends
• Identify opportunities to improve documentation consistency and process efficiency

Program Support & Continuous Improvement

• Support the ongoing refinement of disability management practices
• Contribute to the development or revision of policies, templates, and process documentation
• Participate in audits, case reviews, and quality assurance activities
• Provide input into program enhancements that strengthen operational alignment and sustainability

Health & Wellness Program Support

• Support the development, coordination, and implementation of employee health and wellness initiatives aligned with organizational priorities
• Contribute to quarterly or annual wellness campaigns (e.g., mental health awareness, heart health, flu season, etc.)
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to promote participation and engagement in wellness programming
• Assist in the evaluation and reporting of wellness initiative outcomes
• Identify opportunities to align wellness programming with disability prevention and early intervention strategies

• Diploma or degree in Nursing, Occupational Health, Kinesiology, Rehabilitation, Disability Management, or a related field is required
• Professional certification such as Registered Nurse (RN) with Occupational Health experience, Certified Disability Management Professional (CDMP), or a related disability management designation is considered an asset.
• Minimum 3-5 years of experience in disability management, case management, or occupational health
• Experience managing STD, LTD, WCB, and return-to-work cases
• Experience interpreting medical documentation and supporting fitness-for-work decisions
• Experience collaborating with cross-functional stakeholders
• Strong understanding of disability management principles and return-to-work best practices
• Working knowledge of applicable employment, human rights, privacy, and workplace legislation
• Sound clinical or case-management judgment
• High level of discretion and professionalism
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Professional communication and stakeholder engagement skills
• Analytical thinking and problem-solving capability

At SECURE, we focus on opportunities for growth and improvement; for our employees, our customers, our partners, and the communities we operate in. We are an energetic team, driven by the needs of our customers, and we care about making a meaningful contribution. We strive to attract, retain, and motivate employees by offering a competitive compensation package that recognizes employee contributions and performance.

In addition to rewarding job opportunities, we offer:

• Competitive industry wages, and compensation programs which includes:
  • Employer paid benefits: health, dental & more
  • Health care spending account
  • Employee wellness program
  • Employee savings plans
• Career progression
• A competitive employee referral program
• Industry leading safety standards
• Community investment initiatives Our Stories

We believe our team’s strength comes from our diversity.

Every SECURE employee has a right to feel safe and welcome. We pride ourselves on being respectful workplace where all employees have equal access to opportunity and support. 

We are a trusted partner. We extend those same efforts outside of the organization through our respectful engagement with our diverse base of stakeholders in the communities in which we operate.

Applicants are not assessed on the grounds of race, national or ethnic origin, colour, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, or physical handicap. Our operations span across Canada and the United States and we actively seek out a wide range of applicants for both field operations and office roles.