Health and Safety Advisor, Fort McMurray, AB

Montreal Associates; Fort McMurray; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Montreal Associates seeks an experienced Health & Safety Field Advisor to support field operations at an industrial site in the Fort McMurray region. The role is primarily field-based, working with contractors and site personnel to promote safe work practices, verify compliance, and provide hands-on safety support.

Responsibilities include safety meetings, field inspections, hazard identification, and coaching.

Qualifications

• CRSP/CRST/CSO certification recognized in health and safety.
• Diploma or degree in Occupational Health & Safety or equivalent.
• Approximately 10 years of safety experience in high-risk industrial environments, ideally oil & gas or energy.
• Strong knowledge of OH&S regulations and field safety practices.
• Experience supporting contractors and field-based operations.
• Excellent written and verbal communication with coaching-focused safety approach.

Responsibilities

• Safety Meetings & Field Engagement: participate in safety meetings, toolbox talks, and pre-job discussions.
• Worksite Safety Assessments: conduct field inspections to verify compliance and identify gaps.
• Safe Work Execution: assist with hazard identification and ensure proper controls on site.
• Contractor Competency & Compliance: verify safety training and qualifications of contractor personnel.
• High-Risk Work Assessments: monitor safety requirements for confined spaces, working at heights, etc.
• Field Coaching: provide immediate safety coaching and escalate concerns as needed.
• Hazard Identification: communicate hazards and support corrective actions.
• Incident Investigation Support: assist investigations and follow-up actions.
• Contractor Safety Management: support contractor compliance with site safety expectations.

Skills

Coaching

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Safety culture

Education

Diploma or degree in Occupational Health & Safety

CRSP/CRST/CSO certification

Job description

H&S Field Safety Advisor

We are seeking an experienced Health & Safety Field Advisor to support field operations at an industrial site in the Fort McMurray region. This role is primarily field-based and will work closely with contractors and site personnel to promote safe work practices, verify compliance, and provide hands-on safety support.

Field Responsibilities

• Safety Meetings & Field Engagement - Participate in safety meetings, pre-job discussions, and contractor toolbox talks.
• Worksite Safety Assessments - Conduct regular field inspections and safety assessments to verify compliance with critical controls, site requirements, and established safety procedures. Identify gaps and provide practical coaching where required.
• Safe Work Execution - Support field activities by ensuring hazards are identified, appropriate controls are established, and work is being completed in accordance with applicable safety requirements.
• Contractor Competency & Compliance - Verify contractor personnel have the appropriate safety training, qualifications, and competencies required to perform their work.
• High-Risk Work Assessments - Monitor the implementation of safety requirements associated with higher-risk activities such as confined space entry, working at heights, and other critical field activities.
• Field Coaching - Provide immediate, constructive coaching when unsafe practices or gaps are identified. Escalate recurring or higher-risk concerns to site leadership when appropriate.
• Hazard Identification - Proactively identify and communicate workplace hazards and support the implementation of appropriate corrective actions.
• Incident Investigation Support - Assist with safety incident investigations and follow-up activities as required.
• Contractor Safety Management - Support contractor compliance with site safety expectations, procedures, and contractor management requirements.

Office Responsibilities

• Work Planning & Hazard Identification - Support the identification of potential hazards associated with upcoming scopes of work and planned field activities.
• Regulatory & Safety Compliance - Provide guidance to contractors and field teams regarding applicable safety regulations, standards, and site requirements.
• Safety Meetings & Operational Support - Participate in work-related meetings and provide safety input to support effective planning and execution.

Qualifications & Experience

• Recognised safety certification such as CRSP, CRST or CSO, a diploma or degree in Occupational Health & Safety, or an equivalent combination of safety education and relevant experience.
• Approximately 10 years of safety experience in high-risk industrial environments, ideally within the oil & gas or energy sector.
• Strong knowledge of occupational health and safety regulations and field safety practices.
• Experience supporting contractors and field-based operations.
• Knowledge of high-risk work activities and associated safety controls.
• Strong organisational and time-management skills with the ability to manage competing priorities.
• Strong interpersonal skills and a practical, coaching-focused approach to safety.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Comfortable communicating with field personnel, contractors, and various levels of leadership.
• Demonstrated commitment to a safety culture focused on reporting, learning, and continuous improvement.

Assignment Details

Location: Fort McMurray region, Alberta

Work Environment: Industrial / field-based

Contract Term: ASAP through March 2027