EHS Project Director

ALSTOM Gruppe; Toronto; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A global engineering firm in Toronto is seeking an experienced EHS Project Director responsible for managing health and safety at project sites. You will collaborate with various teams to ensure compliance with EHS standards while cultivating a strong safety culture. The ideal candidate has over 10 years in EHS, strong leadership skills, and knowledge of local regulations.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years in EHS function.
• Experience leading a team.
• Knowledge of EHS regulations in Ontario.

Responsibilities

• Manage the site EHS Team to ensure safety and compliance.
• Collaborate with clients and contractors for project execution.
• Develop and implement EHS strategies and culture.

Skills

Teamwork and leadership skills

Strong communication and influencing skills

Ability to organize, plan, and schedule

Proactive and action-oriented

Education

University Engineer or Business Degree

Recognized Health and Safety Qualification to Diploma or Degree level

Environmental Qualification to Diploma or Degree level

Job description

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EHS Project Director

Date: 28 Aug 2025

Location: Toronto, ON, CA

Company: Alstom

At Alstom, we understand transport networks and what moves people. From high-speed trains, metros, monorails, and trams, to turnkey systems, services, infrastructure, signalling and digital mobility, we offer our diverse customers the broadest portfolio in the industry. Every day, more than 80,000 colleagues lead the way to greener and smarter mobility worldwide, connecting cities as we reduce carbon and replace cars.

The EHS Site Director reports to the EHS NAM Director and works closely with the Project Director.

Purpose of the job:

• The EHS Project Director has overall responsibility for managing Health & Environment to achieve EHS excellence at the site level. Working with the NAMEHS Director, site Managing Team & EHS site Team to achieve sustainable EHS excellence by ensuring a safe and healthy environment for our people and contractors.
• Protect Alstom assets and reduce risks of business interruption resulting from fire and natural catastrophes.

Key Accountabilities:

• Support Site Management to safely deliver the project and reach milestones for each phase.
• Manage the site EHS Team (monitor, assist, coach, assess, develop).
• Collaborate with clients, constructors, project managers, and contractors.
• Develop, strategize, and implement SMS adapted to each phase.
• Ensure deployment of Alstom EHS standards and tools & AZDP at the project level.
• Implement a strong EHS culture aiming for zero deviation.
• Coach and support project managers in EHS ownership.
• Develop EHS understanding and competencies; deploy learning and development programs (Training Matrix).
• Build an EHS communication plan.
• Ensure accidents/incidents are prevented, reported, recorded, investigated, and analyzed.
• Support local teams in establishing REX reports for severe or potentially severe accidents, ensuring quality analysis and communication.
• Implement Modified Work Program.
• Maintain legal watch.
• Have full authority to stop any activity posing immediate high risk to People or Environment.

Network & Links

Internal

• Alstom Management Project Team
• Alstom EHS NAM Network
• Other Functions: Procurement, Quality, HR, T&C, Finances

External

• Local authorities
• Stakeholders
• Client
• Constructor

Performance measurements:

• Prepare and submit monthly EHS reports.
• TRIR & IFR 1
• Lost time / Fatality / severe accidents
• Inspections and management tours
• Training hours
• Worked hours
• Toolboxes
• Health and wellbeing (Occupational diseases, ergonomic)
• Contractor readiness
• Action tracker

Educational Requirements:

• University Engineer or Business Degree
• Recognized Health and Safety Qualification to Diploma or Degree level
• Environmental Qualification to Diploma or Degree level

Experience:

• Minimum 10 years in EHS function
• Experience leading a team
• Experience as EHS Manager
• Knowledge of EHS regulations in Ontario
• Experience in Railway and/or construction
• Experience in multicultural environments & matrix organizations
• Knowledge of ISO14001, OHSAS 18001, ISO45001
• Deep knowledge of local legal requirements
• Teamwork and leadership skills
• Strong communication and influencing skills
• Ability to organize, plan, and schedule
• Ability to develop a global view
• Proactive and action-oriented

You don’t need to be a train enthusiast to thrive with us. We guarantee that when you step onto one of our trains with your friends or family, you’ll be proud. If you’re up for the challenge, we’d love to hear from you!

Important to note

As a global business, we’re an equal-opportunity employer that celebrates diversity across the 63 countries we operate in. We’re committed to creating an inclusive workplace for everyone.