Health, Safety and Environment Advisor

Prime Minister of Canada; Ottawa; Hybrid; CAD 78,000 - 92,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading governmental organization in Ottawa is seeking a Health Safety and Environment Advisor. This role involves advising on HSE standards, assisting in incident investigations, and developing HSE strategies. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in relevant fields and at least three years of experience in health and safety. The position offers competitive benefits, including health and dental plans, and a hybrid work arrangement.

Benefits

Comprehensive health and dental plans

Equitable vacation and leave entitlements

Learning and professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in health, safety, and environment roles.
• Familiarity with Canada Labour Code and Canadian Environmental Protection Act.
• Ability to synthesize information from multiple sources.

Responsibilities

• Advise and coach management on relevant HSE standards.
• Assist with incident investigations and hazard prevention.
• Participate in operational meetings and develop HSE strategies.

Skills

Strong interpersonal skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in science or engineering

Tools

Health and Safety certification

Environmental certification

Job description

Priority may be given to the following designated employment equity groups : women Indigenous peoples

• First Nations Inuit and Mtis) persons with disabilities and racialized persons

The Employment Equity Act which is under review uses the terminology Aboriginal peoples and visible minorities.

Candidates are asked to self-declare when applying to this hiring process.

City : Ottawa

OrganizationalUnit : Health Safety and Environment Branch

Classification : AS-4

Tenure : Term

Duration : 1 year

Language Requirements : BilingualImperativeBBB / BBB

Work Arrangements : Due to the nature of the work and operational requirements this position is eligible for a hybrid work arrangement (combination of working onsite and telework).Employees in this position who telework will be required to travel to the identified work site at least three times per week or a minimum of 60% of their regular work schedule at their own expense.

We recognize that Indigenous candidates may have important connections to their communities. If you are an Indigenous candidate you may be eligible for an exception to this work arrangement. To learn more please contact the hiring team using the contact information below.

Assignments and secondments may be considered according to NRCs policies.

Discover the possible

Anything is possible at the National Research Council (NRC)recently named one of Canadas 2025 Top Employers for Young People a 2025 Top Employer in the National Capital Region and Forbes Canadas Best Employers!

As Canadas leading research and technology organization our world-renowned research pushes the boundaries of science and engineering to make the impossible possible. Every day we explore new ideas through innovative research and help companies discover possibilities that impact Canadas future and the world.

At the NRC youll also discover new possibilities. Our supportive workplace fosters a culture of creativity welcoming fresh perspectives and innovation at all levels. We value teamwork. Youll collaborate across multiple fields and with the brightest minds to find creative solutions. Most importantly youll discover whats possible within you as you grow make valuable contributions and progress in your professional journey. From ground-breaking discoveries to a life-changing career discover your possible at the NRC.

The Role

We are looking for a Health Safety and Environment Advisor to support our Health Safety and Environment Branch (HSE). The Health Safety and Environment Advisor would be someone who shares our core values of Integrity Excellence Respect and Creativity.

Your primary responsibilities :

Advising promoting and coaching management and employees on relevant HSE work standards tools practices procedures and regulations;

Partnering with Site / Client for the application and implementation of the Hazard prevention program;

Assisting with hazardous occurrence incident investigations identification of causes and appropriate measures;

Participating in the development of the sites / clients HSE strategy and setting of pertinent goals and action plans;

Working with clients to identify adequate HSE resources (outsourced training or services) and required PPE for the specific tasks;

Actively participating in operational and group meetings townhalls committees as required.

What we are looking for :

Strong interpersonal skills and the desire to learn about new clients new policies and programs;

Demonstrated experience in the implementation of safety programs in mostly industrial or research environments;

Fine tuned analytical and communication skills.

Your work environment :

NRC is involved with innovative research in transportation engineering life and medical sciences and emerging technologies in computer science electronics astronomy and nanotechnology each with its own unique HSE challenges!

Each research area presents a variety of aspects ranging from worker health and protection to animal safety biosafety radiation safety hazardous materials management noise and air emissions waste waters species at risk and the list goes on

NRCs HSE Branch works in collaboration with the research centres to proactively establish promote and implement best practices in HSE management enabling the health and safety of our employees our neighbouring communities and the protection of our environment!

You will partner with your assigned clients in the research centres and corporate branches to expand upon a HSE culture that works proactively.

Why work with us

Immersion in a world of research and innovation

Canadas success in the innovation ecosystem

Passion combined with purpose

Teamwork and collaboration

A diverse inclusive and respectful workplace

Work-life balance options

Learning and professional development opportunities

Competitive benefits such as :

o Comprehensive health and dental plans

o Equitable vacation sick and other leave entitlements

o Exhaustive disability insurance and pension plans

Screening Criteria

Applicants must demonstrate within the content of their application that they meet the following screening criteria in order to be given further consideration as candidates :

Education

Bachelors degree in science (chemistry biology biochemistry environment) engineering or industrial hygiene.

Equivalent level of training knowledge and experience may be considered (as an alternate to the above).

Assets but not a requirement :

OSH or Environmental certification or diploma

CRSP (Canadian Registered Safety Professional) certification

For information oncertificates and diplomas issued abroad please see Degree equivalency

Experience

Significant

experience providing guidance advice and support in relation to occupational health safety and environment in multi-faceted work operations.

Experience working in a scientific engineering and / or industrial work environment supporting the implementation of health & safety related regulations policies and programs. This includes experience performing risk assessments preparing safe work procedures conducting audits or workplace inspections providing emergency response support and-participating in investigations following incidents and accidents.

Experience in the implementation of HSE programs.

Significant is defined as at least 3 years of experience.

Asset but not a requirement : Experience in the development of HSE programs.

Condition of Employment

Reliability Status

For a Reliability Status verification of background information over a period of 5 years is required.

Must be able to work in a physical environment requiring manual dexterity crouching bending and handling heavy and bulky objects.

Must wear protective equipment when needed.

Language Requirements

BilingualImperativeBBB / BBB

Information on language requirements and self-assessment tests

Assessment Criteria

Candidates will be assessed on the basis of the following criteria :

Technical Competencies

Knowledge of the Canada Labour Code Part II and the Canadian Environmental Protection Act including their associated legislation and regulations.

Ability to interpret applicable health and safety legislation relevant standards and / or accepted best practices.

Ability to synthesize multiple sources of information or summarize complex problems and present the subject in a concise written or oral briefing.

Ability to provide advice and guidance to clients.

Behavioural Competencies

Competency Profile(s)

Management services - Client focus (Level 2)

Management services - Communication (Level 2)

Management services - Results orientation (Level 2)

Management services - Teamwork (Level 2)

Management services - Conceptual and analytical ability (Level 2)

Competency Profile :

For this position the NRC will evaluate candidates using the following competency profile : Management Services

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Compensation

From $78167to $91895per annum.

In addition the incumbent who meets the language requirements will receive the Bilingualism Bonus of $800per year.

NRC employees enjoy a wide-range of competitive benefits including a robust pension plan comprehensive health and dental coverage disability and life insurance office closure at the end of December and additional supports to enhance your well-being throughout your career and beyond.

Notes

In 2025 the NRC has been chosen as one of Canadas Top Employers for Young People the National Ca pital Regions Top Employers and Forbes Canadas Best Employers.

This position is being advertised internally and externally simultaneously however first consideration will be given to internal NRC applicants.

Relocation assistance will be determined in accordance with the NRCs directives.

A pre-qualified listmay be established for similar positions for a one year period.

Preference will be given to Canadian Citizens and Permanent Residents of Canada. Please include citizenship information in your application.

The incumbent must adhere to safe workplace practices at all times.

We thank all those who apply however only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

Please direct your questions with the requisition number (24101) to :

E-mail :

Telephone :

Closing Date : 15 July 2025- 23 : 59 Eastern Time

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Required Experience :

Unclear Seniority

Key Skills

Graphic Designing,Engineering,Airbus,Corporate Risk Management,Glass,EHS

Employment Type : Temp

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1

Yearly Salary Salary : 78167 - 91895