Project Safety Specialist

1321 South Bow Canada Services Ltd.; Calgary; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

South Bow is seeking a Project Safety Specialist based in Calgary, AB, or Houston, TX. The role focuses on evaluating contractor safety management systems and providing Health & Safety support to enable risk management and protect personnel.

The successful candidate will lead safety initiatives, translate regulations into actionable guidance, and drive continuous improvement across all project phases. Strong knowledge of OSHA/COHSR and contractor management is required.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary education in health and safety, or an OHS cert, or an equivalent combo.
• At least six years of health and safety experience in oil and gas pipeline ops or construction.
• Knowledge of occupational health, personal and process safety programs, and contractor management.
• Strong safety expertise including contractor management, hazard identification, and incident investigation.
• Knowledge of federal, provincial and state health and safety legislation (OSHA/COHSR).
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint).

Responsibilities

• Lead safety strategy with internal and external stakeholders.
• Translate regulations and standards into practical guidance for projects.
• Advise project teams on safety requirements across all project phases.
• Assess contractor safety programs and ensure compliance with company standards.
• Document findings and work with contractors to close gaps and implement corrective actions.
• Identify high-energy hazards and implement risk reduction measures.
• Evaluate contractor safety performance through audits and field inspections.
• Lead third-party project safety inspections and maintain qualification records in ISN.
• Develop tools to evaluate contractor safety management systems.
• Reassess approved contractors' safety programs and apply lessons learned.

Skills

HSE experience

Contractor safety

Regulatory knowledge

Microsoft Excel

Incident investigation

Education

OHS certification

Bachelor in HSE (or related)

Tools

ISN platform

PowerPoint

Job description

At South Bow, we do one thing, and we do it well: safely moving oil between some of the world’s most critical markets. We’re building our high-performing team with versatile thinkers who thrive on solving big challenges together. If you’re ready for a position where your skills are highly valued and your work is incredibly important, we want to meet you. Bring your talents to a new streamlined energy company, dedicated to operational, commercial and safety excellence as we pursue our critical purpose of delivering the energy people need.

The Opportunity South Bow’s Safety team is seeking a Project Safety Specialist based in Calgary, AB, or Houston, TX. Reporting to the Manager of Safety & Security, this role will focus on the projects portfolio to evaluate contractor safety management systems, programs, processes, and work practices for compliance with South Bow’s Management System while providing Health & Safety support and expertise to enable our business to manage risk and protect the wellbeing of our people.

What You’ll Do

• Advance South Bow’s safety vision, strategy, and priorities in partnership with internal and external stakeholders
• Translate occupational health and safety regulations, internal standards, and industry best practices into practical guidance
• Advise project teams on safety requirements throughout all phases of project execution
• Assess contractor safety programs, plans, management systems, and work practices against company and regulatory requirements
• Document findings and partner with contractors to close gaps, develop bridging documents, and implement corrective actions before approval
• Identify high-energy hazards and implement measures to reduce risk
• Evaluate contractor safety performance through reviews, audits, and field inspections, verifying that project safety plans are current, fit for purpose, and effectively implemented
• Lead and direct third-party project safety inspection resources
• Document contractor evaluations and maintain qualification records in the ISN contractor management platform
• Develop tools and processes to evaluate contractor safety management systems
• Reassess approved contractors’ safety programs and performance, and apply lessons learned to strengthen contractor safety management processes
• Lead contractor incident reviews and drive the development of effective corrective actions
• Maintain Incident Command System (ICS) qualifications and support incident response when required

Minimum Qualifications

• Post-secondary education in health and safety, an occupational health and safety certification, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• At least six years of related health and safety experience in oil and gas pipeline operations or construction, including upstream, midstream, or downstream environments
• Demonstrated knowledge of occupational health, personal and process safety programs, operational management systems, corporate governance, and contractor management
• Strong technical safety expertise, including contractor safety management, safety plan development, hazard identification, incident investigation, and emergency preparedness and response
• Strong knowledge of federal, provincial, and state health and safety legislation, including OSHA, COHSR, and other applicable standards
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and PowerPoint

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience executing cross-border pipeline and/or facility construction projects in the oil and gas sector
• Canadian Registered Safety Professional (CRSP), Certified Safety Professional (CSP), Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH), or an equivalent safety certification
• Technical knowledge of confined space entry, electrical safety, lockout/tagout, hot work, work at height, process safety, vehicle safety, and related areas
• This position requires candidates to: Maintain valid authorization to travel internationally, including to Canada and the U.S. Travel to company locations in the U.S. and Canada, including occasional overnight stays Provide emergency support as required

About our business South Bow's existing oil & liquids pipeline infrastructure connects Alberta crude oil supplies to U.S. refining markets in Illinois, Oklahoma, Texas and the U.S. Gulf Coast. We remain committed to meeting the energy needs of North Americans today, while advancing our Liquids Pipelines System for the demands of the future. Connecting growing Canadian and U.S. crude oil supply to key markets, leveraging existing assets and seeking new opportunities to continue to provide our customers with access to the destinations they need.

South Bow is an equal opportunity employer and participates in the E-Verify program supervised by the U.S. government.

Learn more Visit us at http://SouthBow.com and connect with us on our social media channels for our latest news, employee stories, community activities, and other updates.

Thank you for choosing South Bow in your career search.

• * Depending on qualifications, the successful candidate may be offered a position at a more appropriate level and/or ladder.
• * Applicants must have legal authorization to work in the country in which the position is based with no restrictions.
• * All positions require background screening.
• * Some require criminal and/or credit checks to comply with regulations.
• * South Bow is committed to provide employment opportunities to all qualified individuals, without regard to race, religion, age, sex, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status or disability.
• * Accommodation for applicants with disabilities is available on request during the recruitment process.
• * Applicants with disabilities can request accessible formats or communication supports by contacting [e-mail].

At South Bow, we do one thing, and we do it well: safely moving oil between some of the world’s most critical markets. We’re building our high-performing team with versatile thinkers who thrive on solving big challenges together. If you’re ready for a position where your skills are highly valued and your work is incredibly important, we want to meet you. Bring your talents to a new streamlined energy company, dedicated to operational, commercial and safety excellence as we pursue our critical purpose of delivering the energy people need.