Health & Safety Manager, Infrastructure (Spruce Grove, AB)

• Strategic Safety Leadership:
  • Contribute to and support the execution of SMJV’s safety strategy and objectives.
  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on practical, field-level outcomes.
• Safety Program Development and Oversight:
  • Lead implementation and continuous improvement of the Safety Management System.
  • Develop, standardize, and maintain core safety procedures and documentation.
  • Review and support development of project safety documentation (e.g., SSSPs, plans, procedures) to ensure alignment with SMJV, client, and regulatory requirements.
  • Helps establish annual safety targets and monitors progress through data-driven insights from leading and lagging indicators.
• Incident Management and Risk Mitigation:
  • Lead and support high-potential and high-severity investigations using TapRooT methodology (SnapCharT®, causal analysis, corrective actions).
  • Supports the risk assessment process such as project hazard assessments and corporate risk registry.
  • Leverages incident data and industry trends to proactively identify and mitigate potential risks.
• Digital Systems & Integration
  • Support the rollout and alignment of HSE digital systems, including Origami (EHS platform) and other safety tools.
  • Ensure forms and workflows are practical, simple, and aligned with field execution.
  • Maintain oversight of data quality and reporting across projects to support decision-making.
• Coaching, Mentorship, and Training:
  • Mentors safety personnel across multiple projects, building a cohesive and knowledgeable safety team.
  • Works with the Learning and Development Team to provide guidance on the development of safety training programs.
• Stakeholder Engagement and Communication:
  • Ensure timely communication and reporting to Senior Leaders, Infrastructure Operations, and Project Teams.
  • Liaises with key client representatives, regulatory bodies, and industry stakeholders to ensure alignment with safety expectations.
  • Actively participates in industry committees, events, and conferences to represent SMJV and stay current with best practices.
• Continuous Improvement and Reporting:
  • Identifies strategic initiatives aimed at improving the safety management system such procedure reviews and improvements, technology utilization, corrective action review and implementation and operational processes.
  • Helps prepare high-level safety performance reports, for the senior leadership on trends, insights, and areas for action.
• Regulatory Compliance and Auditing:
  • Ensures compliance with all applicable provincial, federal, industry-specific and project safety standards.
  • Supports regular audits and inspections, facilitating any necessary adjustments to maintain compliance.
• Field and Site Support:
  • Maintain a visible field presence to verify implementation of safety systems and standards.
  • Provide guidance on site-specific safety plans and execution.
  • Support infrastructure operations (shops, yards) in meeting SMJV standards.
  • Support development and maintenance of emergency response plans and preparedness requirement.

• Canadian Registered Safety Professional (CRSP) designation.

• 10+ years of experience in a safety related position in the oil & gas construction industry, including
• 7+ years of experience in a safety management role in a related industry (i.e., pipeline construction, facility construction).
• Minimum of 5 years working experience in a managerial role.

• Deep understanding of Occupational Health & Safety Acts, Regulations, and Codes (Alberta, British Columbia, and Federal).
• Proven ability to lead multi-disciplinary teams and manage complex, high-stress situations with professionalism.
• Operates in alignment with the SMJV Core Values (Never Harm, Trust, Integrity, Assured Delivery).
• Operates with a high degree of emotional intelligence, fostering trust, integrity, and a culture of empathy within team environments.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to confidently represent the organization in various stakeholder settings.
• Ability to effectively communicate in large crowd settings.
• Demonstrated proficiency in effectively managing incidents and near-miss events.
• Strong working knowledge of TapRooT investigation methodology.
• Strong analytical and data-driven decision-making skills, with the capability to identify trends and devise solutions to mitigate risks.
• Proficient in creating clear, concise reports and procedures.
• Intermediate knowledge of MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).

Department: Health & Safety
This is a permanent position