Health, Safety, Security & Environmental (HSSE) Leader

Stantec; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking an HSSE Leader to shape and execute its health, safety, security, and environmental strategy. The successful candidate will develop a proactive culture, inspire teams, and ensure safety practices are embedded globally. With at least 15 years of leadership experience required, this executive role offers a hybrid work environment and comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Comprehensive health benefits

Dental and vision coverage

Retirement plans

Stock purchase options

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Qualifications

• At least 15 years of leadership experience in HSSE.
• Strong knowledge of HSSE best practices and international regulations.
• Willingness to travel.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement HSSE strategy aligning with company goals.
• Lead the HSSE team, fostering innovation and accountability.
• Manage budgets and develop success metrics.

Skills

Leadership

Mentorship

Strategic Thinking

Relationship Building

Negotiation

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Professional safety certification

Job description

Health, Safety, Security & Environmental (HSSE) Leader

Join to apply for the Health, Safety, Security & Environmental (HSSE) Leader role at Stantec .

Description : Grow with the best. Join a smart, creative, and inspired team that supports operational excellence. Stantec has over 32,000 employees across 450+ locations worldwide. Our Functional Services Teams (FSTs) include Corporate Development, Finance, HR, HSSE, IT, Legal, Marketing / Communications, Practice Services, and Real Estate & Procurement. We value diversity and expertise, making our company stronger.

Your Opportunity : As part of our growth, we seek an HSSE Leader to shape and execute our HSSE strategy, promote safety culture, and ensure safety is integral to our operations. You will develop a proactive safety culture, inspire teams, and collaborate across functions to embed HSSE practices globally. We value a hybrid work environment, with an expectation of in-office presence about three days a week.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Develop and Implement HSSE Strategy : Collaborate with leadership to align HSSE priorities with company goals; build relationships; design solutions that support growth and safety culture; communicate programs effectively; lead and mentor the HSSE team; manage budgets; develop success metrics; support acquisitions; promote and model HSSE culture.
• Lead the HSSE Team : Act as a trusted leader and advisor; build a high-performing team; foster innovation and accountability; support team development; oversee resource management, recruitment, and succession planning; promote ethical practices; ensure effective communication and a unified Stantec mindset.

Capabilities and Credentials

• Proven leadership, motivation, and mentorship skills.
• Strategic thinker with success in implementing priorities.
• Visionary with adaptability.
• Strong knowledge of HSSE best practices and international regulations.
• Business acumen and industry knowledge.
• Teamwork and relationship-building skills.
• Willingness to travel.
• Negotiation and conflict management skills.
• Ability to adapt to change and ambiguity.

Qualifications

• At least 15 years of leadership experience in HSSE.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent preferred.
• Professional safety certification is an asset.

This role involves typical office work, with travel as needed. Other duties may be assigned as required.

Comprehensive health, dental, vision, wellness programs, retirement plans, stock purchase, insurance, disability, tuition reimbursement, professional memberships, and paid time off. Benefits may vary for union positions.

Additional Information

Location : Calgary, Alberta or Toronto, Ontario, Canada. Regular, full-time, executive level, with 25% travel. Posted on May 5, 2025.

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