HSE Specialist Safety Program Leader

Magnum Trailer and Equipment ULC; Abbotsford; On-site; CAD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading equipment manufacturer in Abbotsford is seeking a dynamic HSE Specialist to lead safety programs and elevate health, safety, and environmental initiatives across locations. This role requires strong leadership and a commitment to safety culture, ensuring compliance with WorkSafeBC regulations. The ideal candidate has post-secondary education in Occupational Health & Safety, 3+ years of HSE experience, and the ability to influence operations at all levels. Competitive compensation and professional development opportunities are offered.

Benefits

Competitive compensation and benefits

Professional development opportunities

Supportive, people-first work environment

Opportunity to lead and shape safety culture across multiple sites

Qualifications

• 3+ years of progressive HSE experience, ideally in transportation, logistics, or manufacturing.
• Proven leadership in re-establishing and leading safety committees/programs.
• Self-motivated and passionate about driving positive safety change.

Responsibilities

• Lead, develop, and implement HSE policies and programs.
• Drive proactive hazard prevention, leading risk assessments and incident investigations.
• Ensure OSSE certification requirements are upheld and maintained.

Skills

Leadership

Incident investigation

Risk assessment

Communication skills

Knowledge of WorkSafeBC regulations

Education

Post-secondary education in Occupational Health & Safety or related field

Accredited HSE certification

Tools

Microsoft Office

SharePoint

Job description

Overview

Job Title: HSE Specialist – Safety Program Leader

Magnum Trailer and Equipment

Salary Range: 75k - 85k a year

Location: Abbotsford, BC

Full Time

Join Our Growing Team
Are you an experienced safety professional passionate about leading organizational change? We are seeking a dynamic HSE Specialist to elevate our health, safety, and environmental programs across our two locations. As a key member of our team, you will drive a proactive safety culture, partner with operations, and help shape our company’s commitment to excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, develop, and implement HSE policies and programs in accordance with industry’s best practices and legal requirements.
• Re-establish and chair safety committee (JHSC) structures and regular meetings.
• Provide expert advisory support to management, supervisors, and employees on HSE matters.
• Drive proactive hazard prevention, leading risk assessments, site inspections, and incident investigations.
• Strengthening training delivery and compliance discipline across all levels of the organization.
• Foster a visible safety culture through floor presence and active engagement with frontline teams.
• Partner with operational leaders to build accountability and prepare for audits/risk mitigation.
• Oversee HSE audits, analyze findings, implement corrective actions, and ensure timely closure of recommendations.
• Ensure OSSE certification requirements are upheld and maintained throughout the year.
• Organize, deliver, and track HSE training for all employees, supervisors, and contractors.
• Maintain and update the HSE Manual, ensuring alignment with changing regulations.
• Provide safety orientation for new hires, subcontractors, and visitors.
• Advice on proper equipment use, lockout procedures, and hazardous material handling.
• Stay abreast of regulatory updates and ensure ongoing compliance with WorkSafeBC and applicable legislation.
• Analyze and report on HSE metrics to senior leadership.
• Develop and communicate safety-related memos and recommendations.
• Champion continuous improvement in all aspects of health, safety, and environment.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary education in Occupational Health & Safety or a related field
• Accredited HSE certification
• 3+ years of progressive HSE experience, ideally in transportation, logistics, or manufacturing
• Proven leadership in re-establishing and leading safety committees/programs
• Strong working knowledge of WorkSafeBC and relevant federal/provincial regulations
• Demonstrated ability to influence and partner with operations and leadership teams
• Experience in incident investigation, risk assessment, and audit preparation
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and SharePoint
• Self-motivated, adaptable, and passionate about driving positive safety change

What’s In It for You?

• Opportunity to lead and shape safety culture across multiple sites
• Competitive compensation and benefits
• Professional development opportunities
• Supportive, people-first work environment

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

• Work is performed in both indoor and outdoor environments, with exposure to various weather conditions and active manufacturing sites.
• Regular standing, walking, sitting, and speaking are required, along with the use of computers and standard office equipment.
• Must be able to work effectively within a safety-sensitive environment, adhering to all company safety protocols.

This job description is not intended to represent a complete list of all duties and responsibilities associated with the position. Unplanned activities and other duties may be assigned as needed to support the organizational objectives.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or any other characteristics protected by law.

All applicants must be able to show proof of eligibility to work in Canada.