Overview
The HSSE Advisor is a mid-level position responsible for leading the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of Health, Safety, Security, and Environmental (HSSE) programs across manufacturing and field operations. This role requires regulatory knowledge, leadership capability, and risk management expertise to ensure compliance, reduce incidents, and foster a proactive safety culture across multiple sites. The HSSE Advisor reports directly to the Director – HSSE & Training and serves as a key member of the leadership team
Responsibilities
- Lead the development, implementation, and administration of HSSE management systems, policies, and procedures
- Act as the primary liaison with regulatory agencies, auditors, and internal leadership on HSSE matters
- Conduct workplace inspections, risk assessments, and compliance audits to identify hazards and implement corrective actions
- Monitor HSSE performance metrics and prepare reports to drive continuous improvement
- Lead incident investigations, root cause analysis, and corrective actions to prevent recurrence
- Ensure compliance with regulatory and corporate reporting requirements
- Develop and maintain safety procedures, safe work practices, and emergency response plans
- Coordinate and deliver HSSE training programs and maintain employee certification requirements
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Engineering, HR, Operations, and Sales
- Support audit programs and ensure closure of findings and corrective actions
- Prepare safety communications including alerts, bulletins, and reports
- Facilitate Joint Health and Safety Committee meetings
- Coordinate emergency preparedness activities and drills
- Promote a positive safety culture through coaching and engagement
- Maintain HSSE records and documentation
- Participate in all required meetings, training, and development activities
- Ability to communicate, including the ability to read, write, and speak English and promptly follow verbal and written directions in English
- Perform other related duties as assigned
Skills
- Knowledge of occupational health, safety, and environmental regulations
- Experience conducting incident investigations, audits, inspections, and risk assessments
- Leadership, coaching, and employee engagement skills
- Excellent communication, presentation, and training abilities
- Ability to influence and build relationships across all levels
- Proficiency in MS Office
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
- Ability to work in office, manufacturing, and field environments
Minimum Qualifications
- Post-secondary education in Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Science, or related field preferred
- 2–5 years HSSE experience in relevant industries
- 1–3 years of leadership or program ownership experience
- Knowledge of Alberta OHS regulations and environmental compliance
- Experience with WCB claims, and emergency response planning
- Valid Class 5 Driver’s License with a clear driving record
This position operates across office, manufacturing, and field environments, requiring a strong presence on the shop floor while managing administrative responsibilities. The HSSE Advisor must maintain responsiveness, including availability for incidents outside regular business hours, if needed. Some travel may be required.
Pay: From $75,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Company events
- Company pension
- Dental care
- Employee assistance program
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Tuition reimbursement
- Wellness program
Work Location: In person
