Health Safety & Environment (HSE) Specialist

Thales; Halifax; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defense firm is seeking a Health Safety & Environment (HSE) Specialist in Halifax. The role involves implementing HSE management systems, conducting incident investigations, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations. Ideal candidates will have a background in safety management and strong communication skills. The position offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Company paid health benefits

Retirement savings plans with company matching

Paid holidays and vacation days

Employee discounts on various services

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in safety management systems is essential.
• Strong proficiency in MS Office is required.
• Excellent communication skills are necessary for effective teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Support the implementation of the HSE Management System.
• Analyze incidents and ensure legal compliance.
• Coordinate with external contractors for HSE compliance.

Skills

3-5 years’ experience with safety management systems

Strong skills in all MS Office platforms

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Ability to problem solve with high attention to detail

Education

Post-secondary certificate or degree in technology and/or health, safety and environmental field

Tools

Knowledge of ISO 14001:2015

Knowledge of ISO 45001:2018

Job description

Location: Halifax - Wilkinson, Canada

Health Safety & Environment (HSE) Specialist

Position Summary

The HSE (Health, Safety & Environment) Specialist will work closely with the HSE Manager as well as the Costal Operations Manager to ensure all HSE standards are met as well as recorded in the appropriate systems to ensure ISO standard compliance. The HSE Specialist will assume a dynamic role within the coastal team.

The role will support the development and implementation of the HSE Program strategy, management systems and plans. In addition, the role will provide advice, leadership and hands‑on support to project personnel and assist in the promotion and education of HSE principles.

Essential Functions

This role is instrumental in implementing Thales Canada, Defence & Security strategy, policy and systems for Health, Safety and Environment.

HSE Responsibilities

• Support the implementation of the HSE Management System and its supporting tools, processes and required employee competencies.
• Ensure analysis of accident, incident and complaint investigations for significant events to ensure the business is meeting its legal requirements, to identify any non-conformity and identify continual improvement.
• Delivery of Safety Culture improvement programs to support safety evolution and behavioral improvements.
• In coordination with the HSE, ensure training requirements and documented records are maintained.
• Act as a liaison with CFB base safety and FMFCB Safety Manager.
• Support the Joint Health and Safety Committee.
• Report and investigate all accidents/ incidents and facilitate form completion.
• Liaise with external service contractors to ensure HSE compliancy.
• Manage the creation, monitoring and resolution of corrective action requests.
• Assist in the creation and maintenance of various databases, such as the site legal register and SharePoint repository.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of risk assessments, environmental aspect analysis, and general HSE processes and conditions.
• Maintain an up-to-date knowledge of relevant legal, regulatory and company safety and environmental requirements.
• Assist with emergency preparedness and planning for the work site.
• Construct and implement the Waterfront Safety Plan with coordination with site management.
• Manage, promote and maintain the Thales Cares Program.

Flexibility in hours, as occasionally on-call after hours may be required.

Minimum Requirements

• 3-5 years’ experience with safety management systems.
• Strong skills in all MS Office platforms.

• Post‑secondary certificate or degree in technology and/or health, safety and environmental field is preferred.

Preferred Qualifications

• Thorough knowledge of all applicable Federal and Provincial legislation regarding Occupational Health and Safety plus any other relevant laws and regulations.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and ability to deal diplomatically with people at all levels.
• Ability to problem solve, with a high attention to detail.

• First aid courses (levels 1, 2 or 3)
• Joint Health & Safety Committee Certification
• Working knowledge of ISO 14001:2015 and ISO 45001:2018.

Physical Demands

The HSE Specialist will at times have to spend long hours sitting and using office equipment and computers. They may also have to do some light lifting of supplies and materials from time to time and walking in the work environment during worksite inspections.

Will be required to undertake inspections, including confined space entry, on naval ships involving bending and twisting.

Regulatory Compliance Requirements

• Requires direct or indirect access to hardware, software, technology or technical data controlled under the Canadian Export Control List, the ITAR or the EAR.
• Requires a positive Controlled Goods assessment as you will have direct access to hardware, software, technology or technical data controlled under the Canadian Controlled Goods Program.
• Required to obtain and maintain a Security Clearance at the NATO Secret Level.

Total Target Compensation (TTC)

Total Target Cash (TTC) 63,453.38 - 105,755.63 CAD Annual.

Benefits

• Company paid Extended Health, Dental, HSA, Life, AD&D, Short-term Disability, Cancer Care Program, travel insurance, Employee Assistance Plan and Well-Being program.
• Retirement Savings Plans (RRSP, DCPP, TFSA) with a company contribution and a match to a DCPP, with no vesting period.
• Company paid holidays, vacation days, and paid sick leave.
• Voluntary Life, AD&D, Critical Illness, Long-Term Disability.
• Employee Discounts on home, auto, and gym membership.

Thales is an equal opportunity employer which values diversity and inclusivity in the workplace. Thales is committed to providing accommodations in all parts of the interview process. Applicants selected for an interview who require accommodation are asked to advise accordingly upon the invitation for an interview. We will work with you to meet your needs. All accommodation information provided will be treated as confidential and used only for the purpose of providing an accessible candidate experience.

This position requires direct or indirect access to hardware, software or technical information controlled under the Canadian Export Control List, the Canadian Controlled Goods Program, the Canadian Industrial Security Program, the US International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or the US Export Administration Regulations (EAR). All applicants must be eligible or able to obtain authorization for such access including eligibility to the Canadian Controlled Goods Program and able to obtain a Canadian NATO Secret clearance.