Director, Health & Safety

Ramudden Global North America; Gormley; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in road safety infrastructure is seeking a Director of Health & Safety. This senior role involves developing and executing health and safety strategies, ensuring regulatory compliance, and fostering a safety culture across multiple locations. The ideal candidate has extensive experience in safety leadership and holds relevant certifications.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in health and safety leadership roles.
• Certified Safety Professional (CSP), CRSP, CHSC, or equivalent required.
• In-depth knowledge of traffic safety standards and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement corporate Health & Safety strategy aligned with business goals.
• Conduct audits, inspections, and risk assessments.
• Manage incident investigation processes and ensure compliance with safety regulations.

Skills

Leadership

Safety knowledge

Analytical skills

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Sciences, Engineering

Job description

Ramudden Global North America (RGNA) specializes in traffic management, safety infrastructure, and urban traffic solutions that prioritize safety, efficiency, and environmental responsibility. Through a network of various brands and businesses,we offer a wide range of services designed to enhance road safety, streamline traffic management, and support critical infrastructure projects. From cutting-edge safety solutions to expert-led traffic control, we provide the expertise and innovation needed to tackle complex challenges. Webring a holistic approach to traffic management, safety infrastructure, and urban mobility— always prioritizing safety, efficiency, and environmental responsibility.

Job Summary

Reporting to the President, Canada the Director, Health & Safety , is a key member of the senior leadership team, responsible for developing, leading, and executing the company’s strategic health and safety initiatives. This role will oversee all safety operations across multiple locations and business entities, ensuring compliance with industry standards, regulatory requirements, and company policies while driving a culture of safety excellence throughout the organization.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement the corporate Health & Safety (H&S) strategy aligned with business goals and industry best practices across Canada.
• Lead and manage the national or regional safety team, providing mentorship, training, and strategic direction.
• Responsible for meeting and adhering to all Ramudden Global reporting requirements
• Ensure compliance with all applicable federal, provincial / state, and local regulations (e.g., OHSA, WSIB, MOL, MTO, etc.).
• Build and promote a proactive safety culture with a focus on continuous improvement, accountability, and engagement.
• Conduct regular audits, inspections, and risk assessments to identify and mitigate safety hazards across job sites, yards, manufacturing facility, and equipment handling.
• Oversee and refine safety training programs for all levels of staff, including new hire orientations, equipment handling, driver safety, and work zone protocols.
• Manage incident investigation processes, root cause analysis, corrective action planning, and regulatory reporting.
• Collaborate closely with operations, project management, people & culture, sales & estimating and equipment rental teams to embed safety into all business practices.
• Maintain safety metrics, dashboards, and performance indicators for executive review and operational adjustments.
• Represent the company with external stakeholders including clients, regulatory bodies, and industry associations on safety-related matters.
• Support various business units in maintaining certifications specifically in COR and ISO
• Monitor and manage health and safety-related expenses, ensuring cost control, budget adherence, and effective resource allocation across the organization
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Sciences, Engineering, or related field (Master’s or MBA an asset).
• 10+ years of progressive experience in health and safety leadership roles, preferably within the construction, traffic control, or industrial services sectors.
• Certified Safety Professional (CSP), CRSP, CHSC, or equivalent safety designation required.
• Experience and knowledge in COR and ISO certificate programs
• In-depth knowledge of traffic safety standards, temporary traffic control plans, construction zone safety, and equipment use regulations are strongly preferred.
• Proven leadership skills with experience managing large teams and multi-site operations.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to influence at all levels.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities; experience with safety data systems and reporting tools.
• Demonstrated success in fostering a high-performance safety culture.

We are a global leader in road safety infrastructure, made up of a diverse collection of successful business units all supporting the same goal – keeping road users safe. But our spirit isn’t found in the diversity of our business units, it’s found in the diversity of our people. We believe that our greatest opportunity for continued success is fostered in the belief that every voice matters. Each one of us has a unique story and we promise to do our part to ensure that those stories are heard, seen, acknowledged, and supported. We are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your experience does not align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyways. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

We are committed to meeting the accessibility needs of persons with disabilities in an effective and timely manner in accordance with the applicable standards set out in the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 (AODA), the provisions of the Ontario Human Rights Code, and any other applicable legislation. Our goal is to foster an inclusive organizational culture.

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