Regional Health and Safety Manager - North,CA-AB,Edmonton

Hexion Inc.; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading chemical manufacturer is seeking a Regional Health and Safety Manager in Edmonton to oversee safety programs across several manufacturing sites. The ideal candidate will have over 7 years of progressive health and safety experience, strong knowledge of U.S. and Canadian regulations, and proven leadership skills. This full-time position involves travel and requires a Bachelor's degree in industrial safety or a related field.

Qualifications

• 7+ years in chemical manufacturing with H&S responsibilities.
• Deep knowledge of U.S. and Canadian H&S regulations.
• Experience with Process Safety Management regulations.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement employee safety & health programs.
• Ensure regulatory compliance at all facilities.
• Identify hazards and develop corrective actions.

Skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Project management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in industrial safety or related field

Relevant certifications (e.g., CSP, CHMM, PE)

Job description

Regional Health and Safety Manager - North, CA-AB, Edmonton

Join Hexion Inc. as a Regional Health and Safety Manager - North, CA-AB, Edmonton.

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 Regional Health & Safety Manager-North supports Hexion’s strategic and tactical plans for all Health and Safety matters across five manufacturing sites in the northern U.S. (OR, MT, WI, NY) and three in Canada. The role requires understanding the regulatory and tactical overlap of Environmental, Health, Safety, and Process Safety regulations for both countries. The successful candidate fosters a culture of engagement, accountability, and compliance through oversight of safety programs aligned with Hexion’s goals. The position provides leadership, coaching, and technical expertise to site teams to meet these objectives.

Job Responsibilities

H&S Function Specific

• Develop and implement employee safety & health programs.
• Participate in EHS innovation, improvement, and realignment projects at various levels.
• Provide and monitor safety training programs for employees.
• Promote and support an EHS culture by implementing core programs and policies.
• Ensure regulatory compliance at all facilities.
• Develop and enforce chemical safety protocols, including spill prevention, storage, handling, SDS maintenance, and waste management.
• Support safety programs at regional sites, including workplace safety and contractor management.
• Identify hazards and develop corrective actions; lead incident investigations using cause mapping and 5-why analysis.
• Maintain safety records and report to regulatory agencies.
• Identify risks and develop mitigation strategies.
• Manage hazardous materials handling and disposal.
• Engage actively with site safety teams and interact with associates in the field.
• Assist and lead regulatory inspections and audits.

Organizational Leadership

• Align safety initiatives with organizational goals through collaboration with senior leadership.
• Develop change management strategies for safety initiatives.
• Coach and mentor teams on safety best practices.
• Design and deliver training to address skill gaps.
• Establish KPIs and monitor safety performance.
• Engage stakeholders across all levels and promote continuous improvement.
• Develop clear communication materials for safety initiatives.
• Anticipate risks and develop mitigation plans.
• Facilitate knowledge sharing and lessons learned.

Competencies

• Lead compliance efforts with U.S. and Canadian H&S regulations.
• Manage scope and influence stakeholders effectively.
• Analyze data to identify risks and opportunities.
• Create metrics and reporting tools to track progress.
• Demonstrate urgency and energy in achieving results.
• Empower others and share knowledge organization-wide.
• Think future-oriented and innovative.

Minimum Qualifications

• 7+ years in chemical or related manufacturing with progressive H&S responsibilities in the U.S. and Canada.
• Deep knowledge of U.S. and Canadian H&S regulations.
• Experience with Process Safety Management regulations.
• Proven ability to lead change and drive continuous improvement.
• Strong problem-solving, communication, and project management skills.
• Ability to coach, mentor, and influence across teams.

Education Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in industrial safety, engineering, hazardous materials management, or related field; Master’s preferred.
• Relevant certifications (e.g., CSP, CHMM, PE) required.

Other Requirements

• Ability to obtain work visas for U.S. site visits and international travel (Canadian applicants).
• Travel 45-65% as needed.

Key Interactions

Site Level

• Conduct safety inspections, lead training, investigate incidents, participate in safety meetings, and coordinate emergency drills.

Regional Level

• Perform safety audits, attend regional safety meetings, ensure regulatory compliance, and facilitate risk assessment workshops.

Corporate Level

• Participate in safety strategy meetings, develop policies, report safety performance, and collaborate with other departments.

Other

We are an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to protected characteristics. Employment is contingent upon background checks, drug testing, and legal authorization.

Seniority level: Director

Employment type: Full-time

Job function: Management and Manufacturing

Industry: Chemical Manufacturing

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