HSE Specialist

Westpower; Calgary; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Westpower seeks an experienced Health, Safety & Environmental (HSE) Specialist to provide practical HSE support across our Alberta operations (Calgary / Edmonton / Grand Prairie / Site).

This hands-on role requires regular presence on Westpower locations throughout Alberta and supports the COR program through MHSA.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary education in OH&S or related discipline or equivalent experience.
• 3–5 years of practical HSE experience in manufacturing/industrial settings.
• Knowledge of Alberta COR and MHSA requirements and audits.
• Understanding of Alberta occupational health and safety legislation.
• Experience with hazard and risk assessments, incident investigations and HSE program development.
• Experience delivering safety training and toolbox talks.
• Strong communication and collaboration across all levels of staff.
• CRSP/CRST designation is an asset.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel frequently in Alberta and occasionally to the United States.

Responsibilities

• Provide frontline HSE guidance, coaching and support to staff and management.
• Support implementation and maintenance of HSE policies, procedures and programs.
• Conduct workplace inspections, audits and risk assessments with corrective actions.
• Develop and review hazard assessments, JHAs, Safe Work Practices and Safe Job Procedures.
• Lead or support incident and near-miss investigations and corrective actions.
• Participate in client meetings.
• Develop and deliver HSE orientations, training and toolbox talks.
• Support MHSA COR program audits and documentation.
• Support Joint Health and Safety Committees and worker participation.
• Monitor HSE performance and communicate opportunities for improvement.
• Support contractor HSE compliance and regulatory requirements.
• Maintain accurate HSE records and presence at locations.

Skills

HSE experience

Regulatory knowledge

COR/MHSA experience

MS Office

Communication skills

Travel readiness

CRSP/CRST asset

Education

OH&S post-secondary education

Job description

Westpower is seeking an experienced Health, Safety & Environmental (HSE) Specialist to provide practical HSE support across our Alberta operations (Calgary / Edmonton / Grand Prairie / Site).

The HSE Specialist will work closely with employees, supervisors and management to support the implementation and ongoing improvement of Westpower’s HSE programs, promote a strong safety culture and help ensure compliance with applicable regulatory and company requirements.

This is a hands-on position requiring a regular presence at Westpower locations throughout Alberta. The role will also support Westpower’s Certificate of Recognition (COR) program through the Manufacturers’ Health & Safety Association (MHSA).

Education, Skills & Experience

• Post-secondary education in Occupational Health and Safety or a related discipline is preferred; equivalent education and experience will be considered.
• 3 to 5 years of practical HSE experience, preferably within manufacturing, industrial, mechanical service or similar operations.
• Experience with Alberta COR and MHSA requirements, including COR audits and ongoing program maintenance.
• Working knowledge of Alberta occupational health and safety legislation.
• Experience with workplace inspections, hazard and risk assessments, incident investigations and HSE program development
• Experience delivering safety training, orientations or toolbox meetings.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively with employees and management at all levels.
• Ability to work independently and provide practical solutions to workplace HSE issues.
• CRSP or CRST designation is considered an asset.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel frequently throughout Alberta and occasionally to the United States.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide frontline HSE guidance, coaching and support to employees, supervisors and managers.
• Support the implementation and maintenance of Westpower HSE policies, procedures and programs .
• Conduct workplace inspections, observations, audits and risk assessments and support the timely completion of corrective actions.
• Support the development and review of hazard assessments, JHAs, Safe Work Practices and Safe Job Procedures.
• Lead or support incident and near-miss investigations and assist with identifying and implementing effective corrective actions.
• Participate in client meetings.
• Develop and deliver HSE orientations, training, toolbox meetings and safety communications.
• Support Westpower’s MHSA COR program, including internal audit activities, external audit preparation, documentation and corrective actions.
• Support Joint Health and Safety Committees and worker participation in HSE activities.
• Monitor HSE performance, identify trends and communicate opportunities for improvement to operational and HSE leadership
• Support contractor HSE compliance and applicable regulatory requirements.
• Maintain accurate HSE records and documentation.
• Maintain a regular presence at Westpower locations and work collaboratively with operational teams to continually improve HSE performance.
• Perform other HSE related duties as required.