HSE Specialist

ABB Inc; Saskatoon; Hybrid; CAD 89,000 - 131,000; Full time

Job summary

ABB Inc. in Canada seeks an HSE professional to improve Health, Safety, and Environment performance in its area of responsibility.

The role will support risk management, incident investigations, and compliance across a hybrid work model with Montreal, Oakville, and Saskatchewan locations. You will lead risk assessments, coach leaders on HSE standards, and drive continuous improvement through collaborative efforts with internal teams and external stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Qualification in Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Management, Risk Management, Compliance, Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in safety, compliance, or risk management within a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Strong knowledge of health and safety legislation, including incident investigations, audits, inspections, and risk assessments.
• Working knowledge of ISO 45001, ISO 14001, and ISO 9001 management systems.
• Proven ability to drive safety culture and behavioural change, with stakeholder engagement and performance management.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate HSE risk assessments and ensure preventive and corrective measures are implemented.
• Report HSE incidents and support investigations, follow-up actions, lessons learned, and risk mitigation.
• Support the HSE Manager in monitoring progress against HSE objectives, KPIs, and improvement initiatives.
• Guide managers and supervisors on HSE responsibilities, regulatory requirements, and ABB standards.
• Promote a strong health, safety, and environmental culture through behavioural change and continuous improvement programs.
• Ensure HSE policies, management systems, equipment, tools, and controls are effectively implemented and maintained.
• Plan and support HSE projects, training activities, objectives, resources, and progress reporting.
• Collaborate with employees, customers, suppliers, authorities, and internal teams to strengthen HSE awareness, compliance, and overall performance.

Skills

Occupational Health & Safety

Environmental Management

Risk Management

Compliance

Engineering

Tools

ISO 45001

ISO 14001

ISO 9001

Job description

At ABB, we help industries run leaner and cleaner—and every person here makes that happen. You’ll be empowered to lead, supported to grow, and proud of the impact we create together. Join us and help run what runs the world.

In this role, you will have the opportunity to contribute to improving Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) performance in your assigned area of responsibility to cultivate a high-performance culture with a strong focus on HSE. Each day, you will support the business by applying in-depth HSE knowledge and offering solutions and advice. You will also showcase your expertise by ensuring effective risk management through HSE excellence along the ABB value chain.

The work model for the role is: hybrid

This role is contributing to the Automation Process Industries, Mining and Materials in Montreal, QC, Canada with possibilities of additional locations such as Oakville, Ontario and Saskatchewan.

Your Role: Own the Challenge

• Facilitate HSE risk assessments and ensure appropriate preventive and corrective measures are implemented.
• Report HSE incidents and support investigations, follow-up actions, lessons learned, and risk mitigation.
• Support the HSE Manager in monitoring progress against HSE objectives, KPIs, and improvement initiatives.
• Guide managers and supervisors on HSE responsibilities, regulatory requirements, and ABB standards.
• Promote a strong health, safety, and environmental culture through behavioral change and continuous improvement programs.
• Ensure HSE policies, management systems, equipment, tools, and controls are effectively implemented and maintained.
• Plan and support HSE projects, training activities, objectives, resources, and progress reporting.
• Collaborate with employees, customers, suppliers, authorities, and internal teams to strengthen HSE awareness, compliance, and overall performance.

Our Team Dynamics

Our teams support each other, collaborate, and never stop learning. Everyone brings something unique, and together we push ideas forward to solve real problems. Being part of our team means your work matters - because the progress we make here creates real impact out there.

Qualifications For The Role

• Qualification in Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Management, Risk Management, Compliance, Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in safety, compliance, or risk management within a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Strong knowledge of health and safety legislation, including experience with incident investigations, audits, inspections, and risk assessments.
• Working knowledge of ISO 45001, ISO 14001, and ISO 9001 management systems.
• Proven ability to drive safety culture and behavioural change, with demonstrated leadership in stakeholder engagement, coaching, talent development, and performance management.

Living ABB’s core values of safety and integrity, which means taking responsibility for your own actions while caring for your colleagues and the business.

What’s in it for yo u?

We give you the space to lead, the support to grow, and the chance to make a difference. Whether you're solving problems, building something new, or helping others succeed, your impact is real. You’ll be part of a team that values your voice and celebrates your progress.

More About us

ABB's Mining & Material team delivers solutions and services ensuring our customers get the most out of their investment. Our Mining & Material solutions help improve safety and productivity of the mines while reducing maintenance and energy costs. Deep domain knowledge enables us to truly understand and address our customers’ challenges and opportunities.

Our Mining & Material Service Team supports customers on ABB systems and solutions throughout North America. Our customers operate 24x7 and rely on ABB to support from installation and initial start-up, through to life-cycle services to maximize the availability of the solutions provided by ABB and optimize their operations.

Our benefits

While base salary is determined by things such as the successful applicant’s qualifications and experience, this position is expected to pay between $89,400 and $131,120 annually and is bonus eligible.

We empower you to take initiative, challenge ideas, and lead with confidence. You’ll grow through meaningful work, continuous learning, and support that’s tailored to your goals. Every idea you share and every action you take contributes to something bigger.

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ABB may utilize Artificial Intelligence (AI)–enabled tools as part of its recruitment and selection processes. These tools are used solely to support and enhance decision-making; final hiring decisions are made by ABB recruitment professionals. ABB is committed to ensuring that all recruitment practices are conducted in a fair, transparent, and non-discriminatory manner, in compliance with applicable laws.

Employment Equity & Inclusion Statement (Canada)

ABB values the dedication, commitment, and expertise of all our employees. As an Employment Equity Employer, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. We actively support the principles of the Employment Equity Act and strive to build a workforce that reflects Canada’s diversity, including:

• Women
• Indigenous Peoples
• Members of visible minorities
• Persons with disabilities

ABB is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you require accommodation during any stage of the recruitment process, we encourage you to let us know.