Head of QHSE & Industrial Risk (Startup)

Zadient; Sainte-Hélène-du-Lac; Remote; EUR 58,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Zadient is seeking an experienced QHSE leader to build and run the Quality, Health, Safety and Environment function at our Sainte-Hélène-du-Lac site. You will shape policies, KPIs, and reporting, driving industrial risk control and regulatory compliance across projects and equipment.

The role emphasizes cross-functional leadership, risk assessments, and preparation for ISO 9001, 14001, and 45001 in a growing, industrial startup setting.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in engineering or QHSE or related field.
• Solid experience in a QHSE role within an industrial environment.
• English proficiency required; knowledge of French regulations a plus.

Responsibilities

• Define and lead the site QHSE policy.
• Build the QHSE function, processes, KPIs, and reporting.
• Identify and control industrial risks across processes and equipment.
• Ensure ICPE compliance and regulatory monitoring.
• Prepare audits and liaise with authorities.
• Lead certifications ISO 9001, 14001, and 45001 preparation.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Autonomy

Pragmatism

Project management

English proficiency

Education

Master’s degree in engineering or QHSE

Job description

Zadient is seeking an experienced QHSE leader to build and run the Quality, Health, Safety and Environment function at our Sainte-Hélène-du-Lac site. You will shape policies, KPIs, and reporting, driving industrial risk control and regulatory compliance across projects and equipment.

The role emphasizes cross-functional leadership, risk assessments, and preparation for ISO 9001, 14001, and 45001 in a growing, industrial startup setting.