Corporate Health, Safety & Environment Manager

EllisDon Corporation; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm in Peel Region, Mississauga, is seeking a Corporate Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) Manager to lead the development and implementation of HSE management systems. The ideal candidate should have 8-10+ years of relevant experience, preferably in large-scale construction industries. Responsibilities include mentoring HSE staff, monitoring compliance, and supporting performance metrics reporting. This role offers competitive compensation and a commitment to inclusion and diversity.

Qualifications

• 8-10+ years of progressive HSE experience, preferably in construction or industrial industries.
• Experience managing teams in corporate HSE leadership roles.
• Demonstrated commitment to continuous improvement and safety culture.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the design and rollout of HSE management systems and policies.
• Support HSE performance reporting and analysis.
• Monitor regulatory changes and advise on implications.

Skills

HSE experience

Leadership

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Education

Diploma or degree in Occupational Health & Safety

Canadian Registered Safety Professional (CRSP)

Tools

MS Office Suite

HSE Management software systems

Job description

You as a Corporate Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) Manager will:

Program Development & Implementation

• Assist in the design, rollout, and maintenance of company-wide HSE management systems, policies and standards.
• Support the Director, Corporate Health, Safety & Environment in developing strategic initiatives to strengthen HSE culture and performance across all business units.

Leadership & Team Management

• Provide direct leadership, mentorship, and performance management for corporate HSE staff.
• Foster collaboration and communication between the corporate HSE department and field operations teams.

Date Management, Reporting & Analysis

• Support the collection, analysis, and reporting of HSE performance metrics, trends, and leading indicators.
• Support preparation of quarterly and annual HSE performance reports for executive review, including the SVP, HSE.
• Identify opportunities for improvement and recommend corrective and preventative actions.

Compliance & Liaison

• Monitor regulatory changes and industry best practices; advise the Director, Corporate Health, Safety & Environment and operational leaders on implications and required updates.
• Support HSE prequalification process for both EllisDon and subcontractors.

Training & Communication

• Promote company-wide engagement in HSE initiatives and awareness programs.
• Assist in the oversight of the development and implementation of safety training programs
• Provide expert support on incident investigations, root cause analysis, and lessons learned dissemination.

Additional Responsibilities

• Collaborate and support our Environmental team with the development and roll‑out of practices, procedures and systems.
• Collaborate with internal teams and business lines on best practices and innovative ideas that continually drive improvements.

Is this the right role for you?

• You have 8‑10+ years of progressive HSE experience, preferably within large‑scale construction, heavy civil or industrial industries.
• Diploma or degree in Occupational Health & Safety or other relevant formal education.
• Canadian Registered Safety Professional (CRSP) or equivalent designation preferred.
• Demonstrated experience in corporate or regional HSE leadership roles and experience managing teams.
• Experience with COR Audits and/or ISO 45001 systems is an asset.
• Knowledge of training and development practices.
• Proven ability to develop and implement HSE programs across multiple jurisdictions.
• Strong leadership, interpersonal, and communication skills with the ability to influence at all organizational levels.
• Analytical and detail‑oriented, with excellent problem‑solving and organizational abilities.
• Demonstrated commitment to continuous improvement and a proactive safety culture.
• Proficiency is MS Office Suite and HSE Management software systems.

EllisDon is proud to provide this unique career opportunity that provides continuous learning, opportunity for growth, and a competitive compensation package within an environment that is committed to inclusion and respects diversity.

Go ahead and be yourself. We'll pay you for it!

We are an equal opportunity employer. We welcome people of any age, culture, subculture, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, nationality, ethnicity, race, size, mental or physical status, veteran status, religion, language, political opinion, working‑style preference, family status, education, and socio‑economic status. The EllisDon core values of Integrity and Mutual Respect welcomes everyone, at work and in the community, and our value of Mutual Accountability, means that we all have a role to play. As an EllisDon employee, this will ultimately be your commitment to Inclusive Diversity.

Accommodation for Applicants with disabilities will be made during the recruitment process when requested.

We are committed to providing a positive candidate experience and ensuring timely updates are provided to all candidates.