Senior Risk Services Consultant
Date: Nov 2, 2024
Location: Vancouver, BC (Hybrid), CA
Company: Wawanesa Insurance
Job ID: 8624
Working Business Language: English
Salary: At Wawanesa, salary is only one component of a holistic, comprehensive and competitive offering that we provide to our employees. In addition to salary, full-time and part-time permanent employees are eligible for an annual bonus plan, leave of absence top-up programs and provided with generous vacation time, personal days, premium free benefits and pension plan.
The salary offered for this role is determined with consideration to various factors, including but not limited to: your work location, local labour market conditions, external market salary data, internal pay equity and the knowledge, skills, experience and anticipated proficiency in the role. The salary offered is estimated to be within the following range: $78, 000- $110, 000. Candidates with salary expectations outside of the range are still encouraged to apply. A Company Vehicle is provided.
About Us
At Wawanesa, we’re proud to offer a hybrid work environment that offers flexibility to our employees in balancing in-office (2 days per week OR 15 hours per week in a Wawanesa office) and remote work. You may work from any of the following locations: Vancouver, BC
The Wawanesa Mutual Insurance Company (“Wawanesa Mutual”), founded in 1896, is one of Canada’s largest mutual insurers, with over $3.5 billion in annual revenue and assets of $10 billion (CAD). Wawanesa Mutual, with its National Headquarters in Winnipeg, is the parent company of Wawanesa Life, which provides life insurance products and services throughout Canada, and Western Financial Group, which distributes personal and business insurance across Canada. Wawanesa proudly serves more than 1.7 million members in Canada, and we are home to more than 3,600 employees distributed across the Canadian regions and communities where we operate. We give back to organizations that strengthen communities, donating more than $3.5 million annually to charitable organizations, including over $2 million annually in support of people on the front lines of climate change. To learn more visit wawanesa.com.
We are currently looking for dedicated, driven, and enthusiastic individuals who thrive in an environment that welcomes change and are looking for an opportunity for diverse experience and advancement on a growing team.
Job Overview
Working under limited supervision, the Sr. Risk Services Consultant contributes to Wawanesa’s goal of delivering meaningful loss prevention advice to Members, while gathering and reporting detailed field-level information on insured buildings, hazards and operations. This is an outbound, Member-facing role, regular field and overnight travel is required. The Risk Services field team contributes to Wawanesa’s goal of assisting Members in preventing and minimizing insurable losses.
Job Responsibilities
- As assigned, arrange and conduct onsite risk assessment consultations with Wawanesa Members (policyholders) and prospects in accordance with Risk Services Team Guidelines, while maintaining expected performance standards
- Complete detailed reporting within the LC360 Inspection Management Platform. Reports will clearly articulate the onsite common and special hazards and controls observed, while offering useful recommendations to assist in the prevention of insurable loss. Proficiency in the platform and attention to detail are required
- Measure buildings and complete accurate replacement cost estimates on company supported insurance to value appraisal platforms
- Complete fire mapping diagrams and detailed floor plan sketches utilizing company supported software when necessary
- As a Level 1 thermographer, conduct infrared surveys and analyze findings as part of the risk consultation process
- Work with your Supervisor, Underwriters, Brokers and Members to support completed field surveys
- Stay current with the latest risk services/prevention techniques and trends through courses, seminars and industry associations
- Perform other duties as assigned
Qualifications
- Minimum of 3 years’ experience in risk services/loss control/prevention or related field
- Post-secondary education and/or industry-specific experience in loss control, engineering technology (fire protection, mechanical, electrical etc.), trades, safety management, property management or building inspections, insurance, risk management, occupational/industrial safety and health
- Strong knowledge of building construction types and materials, common and special hazards and fire protection systems
- Strong oral and written communication skills, with the ability to communicate and present at the right level for the audience
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to conduct detailed analysis of information, and to select and implement best solutions in a timely manner
- Strong planning and organizational skills
- Ability and willingness to travel, with working conditions that may include exposure to outdoor weather, environmental hazards, noise, dust, chemicals, animals/livestock, working alone, etc.
- Level I or Level II Infrared Thermography certification from a recognized training facility is preferred; Training may be available.
- Completion of CIP, CRM or equivalent Property and Casualty industry designation is considered an asset
Wawanesa is proud to be one of Manitoba’s Top Employers, a Kincentric Best Employer in Canada and a Forbes Best Employer in Canada recognizing an exceptional place to work!
Diversity Equity, Inclusion & Belonging
Wawanesa is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to fostering a diverse workforce that is equitable and inclusive for all. Wawanesa provides equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants without regard to an individual’s protected status: race/ethnicity, colour, religion, creed, sex or gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, family or marital status, pregnancy/childbirth or related conditions, national origin, disability, military or veteran status, or any other protected status. Disability or medical-related accommodations are available upon request throughout all aspects of the recruitment and selection process. Candidates requiring reasonable accommodations may contact, in confidence, jobs@wawanesa.com.
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