Regional Health & Safety Manager

ViziRecruiter,LLC.; Calgary; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Health, Safety, and Environmental Leader to drive excellence across multiple locations. This role involves inspiring teams, implementing safety programs, and ensuring compliance with regulations. The ideal candidate should possess strong communication skills, a passion for safety, and the ability to analyze risks effectively. Join a collaborative environment focused on innovation and operational excellence, where your contributions will make a significant impact on workplace safety and health initiatives.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of HS&E experience in manufacturing environments.
• Strong knowledge of local HSE regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Facilitates and consults with facility management teams on HSE.
• Conducts regular workplace inspections and audits.

Skills

Organizational Skills

Problem Solving

Communication Skills

Risk Assessment

Statistical Analysis

Detail-oriented

Interpersonal Skills

Education

University/College Program in Health, Safety or Environmental

Tools

Risk Assessment Tools

Statistical Analysis Software

Job description

Introduction

Working at Wonderbrands, there is never a dull moment! As a successful company that is continually growing, there is always challenging yet rewarding work to be a part of. We have an “entrepreneurial” mindset which encourages all our team members to use their own “creativity” and “out of the box” thinking to come up with solutions and new ideas.

Overview

The ideal candidate will be a strong leader who inspires and drives excellence in the adoption and implementation of health, safety, and environmental programs across Wonderbrands' West Region, covering four locations. While operating independently, they will actively contribute to the national HSE team, helping to develop new initiatives and enhance existing programs.

Responsibilities

• Acts as a facilitator and consultant to the facility management team.
• Ensures facilities are working within all legislative requirements and corporate standards by conducting regular reviews.
• Provides direct hands-on support in areas such as: environmental permits, industrial hygiene assessments, completing PDA’s/JSA’s, problem analysis/troubleshooting, risk assessments, and interpretation of applicable legislation and practices including compliance and/or non-compliance issues.
• Conducts research and takes ownership of assigned standards/areas of practice.
• Evaluates effectiveness of workplace inspections and is involved in regular workplace inspections in their assigned facilities.
• Assists in facility internal and external HSE audits as required.
• Meets with regulatory agencies during facility inspections/audits as required.
• Provides counsel and advice on corrective actions.
• Acts as a resource support in the development and periodic review of location-specific HSE Training Needs Analysis and delivery.
• Encourages the continuous learning & development of facility team members by staying in regular contact & conducting update meetings, coaches and mentors new members regularly.
• Attends JHSC and other committee meetings where deemed necessary as well as reports issues or items of concern immediately to appropriate management.
• Continuously upgrades knowledge and stays abreast of industry developments through attendance at relevant courses and by reviewing publications.
• Shares knowledge and information amongst facilities.
• Ensures all regulatory reporting requirements are being met.
• Reports all items of concern to management immediately.
• Analyzes HSE related statistical data and assists facilities in developing injury reduction/action plans to address deficiencies.
• Conducts presentations to management and corporate HSE, as required.
• Provides knowledge, direction, and guidance to assist the plant management team in the reduction and elimination of waste from its operations and the discharge of contaminants to the environment.

Requirements

• Completion of relevant university/college program in Health, Safety or Environmental.
• Minimum 5 years' progressive HS&E experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Excellent organizational, planning, problem solving and communication skills (oral and written).
• Demonstrated knowledge of risk assessment and root cause analysis tools. Proven ability to assess risk and assist stakeholders with implementation of safety devices and controls.
• Good knowledge of safety devices and machine guarding methodology and principles, ventilation assessment/review, noise and vibration assessments and industrial hygiene sampling.
• Strong knowledge and working experience with local HSE regulatory requirements.
• Proven ability to carry out statistical/trend analysis.
• Passion for Health, Safety and Environment.
• Effective communication and listening skills.
• Detail-oriented with a capacity to think critically and problem solve.
• Excellent people skills to handle inquiries, complaints/issues.
• Ability to interact with regulatory agencies, contractors, and customers.
• A cultural change agent who has proven ability to promote cooperation in a unionized environment.
• Takes ownership and effectively partners with locations to improve and sustain operational excellence in HSE.

What is the recipe for a great career at Wonderbrands?
Wonderbrands is a leading Canadian bakery with 140 years of experience in baking packaged breads. We are the makers of Wonder Bread, Country Harvest, D’Italiano, Gadoua, and Casa Mendosa. We have a network of 14 Bakery Manufacturing facilities across Canada.

Wonderbrands, now part of the FGF Brands Group of companies, is unlocking an incredible opportunity for growth through a focus on production innovation capabilities, through a leading-edge supply chain practice and investing deeply in communities where we bake. We are heavily focused on embracing an entrepreneurial drive and a highly collaborative startup culture with an emphasis on cross-functional collaboration.

Disclaimer: The above describes the general responsibilities, required knowledge and skills. Please keep in mind that other duties may be added or this description may be amended at any time.