Senior HSE Business Partner

There’s no pledge more important than the one we make to look after our environment, and we’re committed to helping you do exactly that.  

Join us as we strive to ensure a sustainable future for our communities and the world we live in. 

Become part of our global network of skilled engineers, scientists, auditors, planners and environmental specialists, all working together to leave this world better than we found it.

Who are we looking for?   

GHD has an opening in our Canada Central Region for a Senior Health and Safety Professional who aspires to become an active leader in a vibrant, well-established company. 

GHD’s HSE Team supports the day-to-day business needs for the Canada Central Region (Ontario, Manitoba, Saskatchewan), for a diverse array of private and public sector clients, including in the areas of heavy construction, engineering design, environmental site services, landfill operations, geotechnical engineering and field inspections, hazardous material spill and emergency response services, materials testing laboratory environments, mining, and construction administration. GHD’s Canada Central offices are located in Waterloo, St. Catharines, Mississauga, Toronto, Markham, Whitby, Peterborough, and Ottawa.

At GHD, our core values are Safety, Teamwork, Respect, and Integrity. The HSE Team’s role is critical to GHD’s business to ensure the safety of our people, clients, and community.  

Be part of the dynamic culture! Our workplace thrives on a hybrid model, combining in-office collaboration and flexibility. Join us in office, three days a week to contribute, connect and excel in our vibrant environment.

Working with an energetic and high performing team, this position offers a variety of work and will see you involved in:

• Report to and assist the Canada Central Regional HSE Manager in the delivery of GHD’s HSE Management System and initiatives.
• Provide support and guidance across all levels of the organization to ensure compliance with Regional legislative requirements and GHD’s HSE procedures.
• Support the Regional HSE team with the coordination and completion of annual internal and external Certificate of Recognition (COR) audits in Ontario.
• Lead investigations into HSE incidents and near misses, analyze root causes, implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence, ensure timely reporting in accordance with GHD and regulatory requirements, and remain available to respond and prepare reports in a timely manner when needed.
• Provide support and guidance to project teams with the development and implementation of comprehensive health safety and environment plans and job safety environmental analyses.
• Manage work related injury claims and development of return-to-work plans.
• Support Regional HSE training programs, including onboarding training for new employees, coordination and delivery of internal and external training, and the development of new training content as needed.
• Develop, implement, and evaluate HSE prevention programs, procedures, and occupational health and safety monitoring tools.
• Collaborate with employees and managers on risk identification and elimination, while promoting preventative actions.
• Provide leadership to promote positive HSE culture and accountability across all levels of the organization.
• Facilitate Joint Health and Safety Committees/Health and Safety Representative requirements for offices, materials testing laboratories and active construction project sites.
• Conduct inspections of GHD offices, laboratories, and active construction project sites to identify existing and potential risks, recommend mitigation strategies, implement preventative and corrective measures, and perform follow-up verification.
• Facilitate GHD’s crisis and emergency management programs.
• Coordinate the collection of HSE performance measurements, identify areas for improvement, and prepare relevant reports.
• Assist with the development of HSE performance reports and communications. 
• Provide support and guidance on occupational health monitoring program requirements.
• Support personal protective equipment inspection programs and inventories.
• Stay current on changes to applicable safety legislation and regulatory requirements.
• Support special projects as assigned.
• Perform all other job-related duties as required.

What you will bring to the Team:

• Degree or Diploma in Health and Safety, or another job-related field.
• Minimum of 8-10 years of health and safety experience preferably in the areas of construction, environmental services, materials testing, hazardous remediation; and/or engineering consulting.
• Possession or currently in pursuit of CRSP designation or equivalent an asset.
• Possession or currently in pursuit of the National Construction Safety Officer (NCSO) certification and field experience an asset.
• Experience as an IHSA Certificate of Recognition (COR) internal auditor or ISO 18001/45001 auditor, an asset.
• Proven knowledge, understanding and work experience with Canadian/provincial occupational health and safety laws, regulations, and standards relevant to GHD’s activities.
• Knowledge and experience with HSE Management Systems and behavior-based safety programs.
• Experience in developing and implementing HSE programs.
• Experience conducting health, safety and environment risk analyses and development of health and safety plans or equivalent.
• Experience conducting incident investigations using root cause analysis-type methods, or equivalent.
• Experience managing worker’s compensation injury reporting, claims management and return to work process. 
• Having a strong work ethic, motivated, energetic, goal-oriented, and having a positive outlook. 
• Detail oriented, with strong organizational, planning, time management, and prioritization skills to work effectively in a fast paced, dynamic environment.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills, with the ability to identify alternate solutions.
• Strong sense of professionalism and diplomacy.
• Positive attitude, good teamwork, and excellent leadership skills to build and maintain relationships with key business partners and stakeholders.
• Ability to communicate in English with advanced written and oral communication skills.
• Digital literacy and proficiency in computer systems, namely Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook, Teams), Adobe, etc.
• Must have a current valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
• Available for regional travel (approximately 5 % of the working year).
• May be required to complete additional training courses as necessary to support the role.

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The salary range for this position is $104,738 - $150,738K.  The posted salary range represents the expected hiring range for GHD locations in its major city centres. Ranges may vary for positions in other locations. At GHD, base salary is determined by your skills, experience, qualifications and work location. We are committed to offering competitive compensation and adhering to all relevant pay transparency legislation.  

The use of artificial intelligence (AI) in recruiting is just getting started and may be used during the process to improve efficiency and fairness. Your application may be reviewed by both AI and our hiring team. While AI supports some steps through the process, all final hiring decisions are made by humans.

As a diverse and inclusive organization, we encourage individual achievement and recognize the strength of a diverse workforce. GHD is an equal opportunity employer. Upon request, GHD will provide reasonable accommodation for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment and selection process.

This position is for an existing vacancy.

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