At Mace, our purpose is to redefine the boundaries of ambition. We believe in creating places that are responsible, bringing transformative impact to our people, communities and societies across the globe. To learn more about our purpose, culture and priorities, visit our strategy site.
Within our Consult business we harness our unique combination of leading-edge practical expertise and project delivery consultancy to unlock the potential in every project.
The project: As part of our continued growth in the rail and transit sector, we are seeking an experienced and capable Health & Safety (H&S) Manager to support the delivery of complex, multidisciplinary infrastructure programmes.
The H&S Manager will play a key role in ensuring that health, safety, and wellbeing are embedded across all aspects of project delivery, from early development through to construction and closeout. The role will support the implementation of robust H&S management systems, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and alignment with project governance.
Working as part of an integrated project team, the H&S Manager will provide leadership, advice, and assurance on health and safety matters, supporting safe delivery within high-risk rail and infrastructure environments.
Safety first - Going home safe and well:
You will champion a safety-first culture across the project, ensuring that health and safety considerations are embedded within all aspects of delivery.
You will support the development and implementation of project-specific H&S plans, ensuring alignment with regulatory requirements, organizational standards, and best practice.
You will promote proactive identification and management of safety risks, ensuring that hazards are effectively mitigated.
You will monitor and report on H&S performance, supporting continuous improvement and safe behaviors across the programme.
Client focus - Deliver on our promise:
You will provide professional H&S support and advice to the project team, ensuring safe and compliant delivery.
You will support clear and consistent communication of H&S requirements across all stakeholders, including contractors, consultants, and client teams.
You will contribute to the preparation of reports, briefings, and assurance outputs relating to health and safety performance.
You will support stakeholder engagement to ensure alignment on safety standards, expectations, and responsibilities.
Integrity - Always do the right thing:
You will ensure that H&S processes are applied consistently and transparently, aligned with governance and regulatory requirements.
You will support the identification, logging, and tracking of safety risks, issues, incidents, and corrective actions.
You will maintain accurate and auditable safety records, supporting compliance and assurance activities.
You will escalate safety concerns and non-compliances as appropriate, ensuring timely resolution.
Create opportunity for our people to excel:
You will collaborate with project teams to embed best practice H&S behaviors and processes.
You will support training and awareness initiatives to promote a positive safety culture.
You will contribute to continuous improvement activities, identifying opportunities to enhance H&S performance.
You will support knowledge-sharing and capability development across the project team.
Key responsibilities
Support the development and implementation of project health and safety management plans.
Monitor compliance with applicable H&S legislation, standards, and project requirements.
Undertake site inspections, audits, and assurance activities as required.
Support risk assessments, method statement reviews, and safety planning activities.
Support investigation of incidents, including root cause analysis and corrective action tracking.
Provide support to contractors and project teams on H&S matters, ensuring consistent application of standards.
Assist in the preparation of safety reports, dashboards, and performance metrics.
Support coordination with regulatory bodies and external stakeholders where required.
Promote the use of digital tools, modern methods, and continuous improvement in H&S practices.
Maintain and update safety records and registers, including:
- Incidents and accidents
- Hazards and observations
- Risks and mitigation actions
What You’ll need to have
Experience in a health and safety role within construction, infrastructure, or rail projects.
Strong understanding of relevant health and safety legislation, standards, and best practice.
Experience working within complex, multi-stakeholder project environments.
Ability to support safety management across all stages of project delivery.
Strong communication and organizational skills, with attention to detail.
Ability to identify risks and support practical mitigation strategies.
You’ll also have
Relevant qualification in health and safety (e.g. NEBOSH, CRSP, or equivalent).
Experience working within rail or high-risk infrastructure environments (preferred).
Familiarity with safety management systems, audit processes, and incident reporting.
Proficiency in standard reporting and digital tools.
A proactive, collaborative, and solutions-focused approach.
Note: The estimated salary for this position is 130,000-180,000 CAD. Starting salary may vary based on permissible, non-discriminatory factors such as experience, skills and qualifications.
Mace is an inclusive employer and welcomes interest from a diverse range of candidates. Even if you feel you do not fulfil all of the criteria, please apply as you may still be the best candidate for this role or another role within our organization.
We are also open to discussing part time, flexible, and hybrid working options if suitable within the role. (Dependant on geography with BUD approval)
