Overview
Lead Investigator Jobs in Calgary, Canada at Government of Alberta
Job Title:
Lead Investigator
Job
Requisition
Ministry:
Jobs, Economy, Trade and Immigration
Location:
Calgary
Full or Part-Time:
Full Time
Hours of Work: 36.25 hours per week
Permanent/Temporary:
Permanent
Scope:
Open Competition
Closing Date:
July 23, 2026
Classification:
Safety and Compliance 6
Salary: $3,704.77 to $4,654.42 bi-weekly ($96,694 – $121,480/year)
The Ministry of Jobs, Economy, Trade and Immigration is looking for a Lead Investigator within the OHS Program Delivery Branch. As a member of a multidisciplinary Occupational Health & Safety (OHS) team, the incumbent leads investigations into fatal and serious workplace incidents, from initial assignment and incident response to interviewing injured workers, families, or next of kin. Fatality and serious incident investigations are complex and require a forensic level of detail and analysis.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead comprehensive investigations into fatalities and serious incidents.
- Manage all phases of the investigation, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and thorough documentation.
- Prepare cases for prosecution and provide evidence in court as required.
- Direct and support an accompanying OHS Officer during on site investigation activities.
- Assess worksite conditions and collaborate with employers to ensure compliance with regulatory standards.
- Take immediate action to control imminent danger situations at worksites.
- Issue compliance orders when employers, contractors, owners, or suppliers fail to meet legislative requirements.
- Ensure employers implement effective controls to address non‑compliance.
- Pursue prosecution when there are persistent or significant contraventions of OHS legislation.
- Investigate non‑incident related issues of non‑compliance, including chronic or egregious violations.
- Perform additional duties as required.
Qualifications
A university degree in a related field plus four years of recent occupational health and safety inspection and investigation experience is required. Experience investigating fatal and serious workplace incidents is preferred. Equivalencies such as a related diploma and six years of experience with the above may be considered. The successful candidate must successfully complete the Peace Officer training program and be able to be designated as a Peace Officer by the Solicitor General.
- Four years of occupational health and safety inspection and investigation experience.
- Experience with fatal and serious workplace incident investigations.
- Knowledge of relevant legislation, regulations, policies and procedures, including the Occupational Health & Safety Act, Provincial Offences Procedures Act, and related codes.
- Strong analytical, problem‑solving and decision‑making abilities.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to work independently or within a team environment.
- Knowledge of investigative techniques, witness interviewing strategies and case preparation for court.
- Ability to recognize imminent danger situations or scenarios that are immediately dangerous to life and health.
Preferred Assets
- Thorough knowledge of major industries, practices, procedures and occupations.
- Working knowledge of other jurisdictional programs and trends.
- Experience with analytical sampling techniques and contamination measurement.
- Knowledge of physical hazards such as chemical, biological, radiation, noise, dust, and hazardous materials.
- Consulting skills to assist employers with stop‑work orders and safety education.
Benefits
- Positive workplace culture and work‑life balance.
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- Professional development and advanced training opportunities.
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Title: Lead Investigator
Company: Government of Alberta
Location: Calgary, Canada
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