HSSE Manager - New construction

hitachi; London; On-site; CAD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Hitachi Energy Canada Inc. in London, Ontario, is seeking a seasoned HSSE leader to support and enable health, safety, security, and environment efforts across the design, construction, and startup of a new manufacturing facility.

You will build and lead the local HSSE team, strengthen risk management, regulatory compliance, and operational readiness, and drive continuous improvement through audits, investigations, and ISO management systems implementation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Environmental Sciences, Occupational Health and Safety, Chemistry, or related field.
• Minimum 8 years of progressive HSSE experience in manufacturing, industrial, construction, or project-based environments.
• Demonstrated leadership experience in developing and leading teams.
• Experience supporting large capital projects, facility construction, commissioning, or startup activities.
• Strong knowledge of health, safety and environmental regulations and risk management.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the HSSE team supporting facility design, construction, commissioning, and startup.
• Execute an HSSE strategy focused on risk reduction, learning culture, system design, and incident prevention.
• Collaborate with project and site leadership to proactively identify and manage startup risks.
• Participate in design reviews, hazard assessments, and risk management activities.
• Lead investigations, audits, inspections, and corrective actions for continuous improvement.
• Implement and maintain ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 management systems.
• Monitor HSSE performance metrics and provide recommendations to leadership.
• Foster accountability and engagement across employees and contractors.

Skills

Leadership

Risk management

HSSE

Regulatory compliance

Industrial safety

Education

Bachelors in relevant field

Job description

Location: London, Ontario, Canada

Company Name: HITACHI ENERGY CANADA INC.

Profession (Job Category): Legal, Compliance & Audit

Job Schedule: Full time

Remote: No

Job Description:

The Opportunity

At Hitachi Energy, you will support and enable Health, Safety, Security, and Environment (HSSE) efforts during the design, construction, installation, commissioning, and startup of a new manufacturing facility. In this role, you will help identify, manage, and reduce risk by building systems, practices, and organizational capability that support safe and reliable operations from day one and beyond.

You will work closely with project, construction, and site leadership to strengthen risk management, operational readiness, regulatory compliance, and continuous improvement. This position includes leading and developing the local HSSE team, supporting contractor and stakeholder alignment, overseeing investigations and audits, implementing ISO management systems, and helping establish the foundations for long-term operational excellence and resilience.

How You'll Make an Impact

• Lead and develop the HSSE team supporting facility design, construction, commissioning, and the transition to operations.
• Establish and execute an HSSE strategy focused on risk reduction, learning culture, system design, and the prevention of serious injuries and fatalities.
• Partner with project, construction, and site leadership to proactively identify, assess, and manage risks associated with all phases of the facility startup.
• Participate in design reviews, hazard assessments, risk management, and constructability evaluations to integrate safety and environmental considerations into project decisions.
• Lead incident investigations, audits, inspections, and corrective action processes to drive continuous improvement and organizational learning.
• Implement, and maintain ISO 14001 Environmental Management and ISO 45001 Occupational Health and Safety Management Systems.
• Monitor and analyze HSSE performance metrics, identify trends, and provide recommendations to site and project leadership.
• Foster a culture of accountability, engagement, and continuous improvement across employees, contractors, and project partners.

Your Background

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Environmental Sciences, Occupational Health and Safety, Chemistry, or a related field.
• Minimum 8 years of progressive HSSE experience in manufacturing, industrial, construction, or project-based environments.
• Demonstrated leadership experience, including developing and leading teams.
• Experience supporting large capital projects, facility construction, commissioning, or startup activities.
• Strong knowledge of occupational health and safety regulations, environmental compliance requirements, and risk management principles.
• Professional certifications such as CSP, CRSP, CIH, CHMM, or equivalent are considered an asset.
• Fluency in English is required. Knowledge of French is considered an asset.
• Experience in pulp and paper or wood manufacturing is favorable

More About Us

Join a global technology leader committed to advancing a sustainable energy future through innovation, collaboration, and purpose-driven work.

Grow your career through ongoing learning, leadership development programs, and diverse opportunities across our worldwide organization.

Enjoy a supportive and inclusive culture, competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and the chance to make a meaningful impact every day.

In compliance with Ontario's Pay Transparency requirements, the expected compensation for this role is:

Salary Range: $110,000- $150,000

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