HSE Specialist

Hexion; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading chemical manufacturer is seeking an HSE Specialist to ensure compliance with health and safety regulations. You will conduct risk assessments, lead investigations into incidents, and develop safety training programs. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field, certifications in safety, and 5-7 years of experience in industrial settings. This role is crucial for promoting a culture of safety and adherence to regulations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field required.
• Experience with industrial or chemical safety is essential.
• Certifications like NCSO or CRSP preferred.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with HSE regulations in a chemical environment.
• Conduct regular risk assessments and hazard analyses.
• Lead investigations into accidents and unsafe conditions.
• Develop and deliver safety training programs.

Skills

5-7 years of experience in industrial or chemical plant environments

Strong knowledge of Alberta and Canadian Environmental regulations

Proficiency in Microsoft Office and digital safety systems

Excellent communication, coaching, and presentation skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Occupational Health and Safety

Environmental Studies

Engineering

Chemistry

Job description

HSE Specialist

Date : Nov 8, 2025 Location :

Edmonton, AB, CA

Company Overview

Imagine Everything. Build the Future with Hexion.

At Hexion, we push boundaries, rethink possibilities, and create real impact. We activate science to deliver progress—developing breakthrough solutions that strengthen industries, protect communities, and drive a more sustainable future.

This is where bold thinkers, problem‑solvers, and innovators come together to shape what’s next. Whether you’re engineering advanced materials, transforming manufacturing technologies, or leading strategic innovation, your ideas and actions leave a lasting mark. We cultivate an inclusive culture of growth, collaboration, and accountability, ensuring every contribution propels us forward.

We don’t follow the status quo—we challenge it, disrupt it, and improve it. Every role at Hexion is part of something bigger.

We invest in innovation, sustainability, and continuous development—equipping you with the tools, training, and opportunities to excel. With an unwavering commitment to safety, partnership, belonging, and impact, we empower you to lead change and strengthen industries worldwide.

Your Future Starts Here.

If you’re ready to push limits, reimagine what’s possible, and create the extraordinary, Hexion is where you belong.

Anything is possible when you imagine everything.

Position Overview

The HSE Specialist plays a critical role for ensuring compliance with environmental, health, and safety regulations in a chemical manufacturing environment. This role supports the development and implementation of HSE programs, promotes a culture of safety, and ensures operations aligned with provincial and federal standards.

Job Responsibilities

Risk Assessment & Hazard Identification

• During daily inspections, conduct regular risk assessments and hazard analyses specific to chemical processes and operations
• Identify potential exposure to toxic substances, fire risks, and equipment-related hazards.
• Supporting the Process Safety Management team
• Permit-to-Work Systems : Ensure safe execution of high-risk tasks like confined space entry or hot work.
• Behavioral Safety : Promote safe behaviors through coaching and observation programs.

Regulatory Compliance

• Manage environmental testing, monitoring and sampling.
• Prepare and submit environmental reports (e.g., NPRI, GHG, annual approval report).
• Responsible for implementation of environmental approval; maintain documentation and liaise with regulatory agencies.
• Responsible for environmental training and promoting environmental awareness across the site.
• Ensure adherence to local, provincial, and federal safety and environmental regulations.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of evolving legislation and standards.

Incident Investigation & Reporting

• Lead investigations into accidents, near misses, and unsafe conditions.
• Document findings, determine root causes, and recommend corrective actions.

Safety Training & Awareness

• Develop and deliver training programs on chemical handling, PPE usage, emergency response, and safe work practices.
• Oversee safety inductions for new employees and contractors.

Emergency Preparedness

• Create and test emergency response plans for chemical spills, fires, and explosions.
• Coordinate drills and ensure readiness of first aid and firefighting equipment.

Environmental Monitoring

• Monitor air and water quality, waste disposal, and emissions.
• Work with vendors on improving waste management & reduction.

Safety Audits & Inspections

• Perform routine inspections of equipment, storage areas, and work practices.
• Ensure proper labeling, containment, and handling of hazardous materials.

Policy Development & Implementation

• Draft and update HSE policies tailored to chemical plant operations.
• Collaborate with management to embed safety culture across departments.

Contractor & Stakeholder Management

• Review contractor HSE plans and ensure compliance during site activities.
• Liaise with external agencies and internal teams to align safety goals.

Data Analysis & Reporting

• Track safety performance metrics and trends.
• Prepare reports for senior management and regulatory bodies.

Minimum Qualifications

Educational Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Occupational Health and Safety, Environmental Studies, Engineering, Chemistry, or a related field

Certifications & Designations required or preferred :

• NCSO, National Construction Safety Officer or CRSP, Canadian Registered Safety Professional, preferred.
• Standard First Aid & CPR training.
• WHMIS 2015 – Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System training.
• Confined Space Entry, Fall Protection, certificates.

Skills & Experience

• 5-7 years of experience in industrial or chemical plant environments.
• Strong knowledge of Alberta and Canadian Environmental regulations, OH&S legislation, hazard identification, incident investigation, and safety audits.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and digital safety systems.
• Excellent communication, coaching, and presentation skills.
• Ability to work in field conditions, and cover projects that may involve evenings or weekends.

Fit For Duty

• Physical : Work in all weather conditions. Ability to do site inspections and audits in the field.
• Aptitudes : Must possess the ability to understand the meaning of words and their ideas, as well as instructions and their underlying principles.
• Temperaments : Must have the ability to accept responsibility, perform duties under stress, adapt to situations requiring preciseness, and adapt to changing duties and responsibilities. Must be able to adapt to situations involving the interpretation of feelings, ideas, or facts; be able to influence people in the opinions, attitudes, or judgments; and be able to generalize, evaluate, make decisions, and perform repetitive work.