Health and Safety Advisor

3 weeks ago


Ottawa, Canada McIntosh Perry Full time
Health and Safety Advisor (Ottawa | Montreal)

Are you ambitious and looking to make the right move in your career? Now is the perfect time to join Egis. Egis is experiencing substantial growth in North America, highlighted by our recent acquisition of McIntosh Perry—now made up of over 1,000 engineers, architects and planners across Canada and the USA. This strategic move underscores our commitment to investing in North America, propelling our expansion to new heights.

Our values showcase everything we believe in:

A Responsible Company - We care about people, and we care about our impact; acting responsibly wherever we work and whatever we do.

A People-First Company - This is an environment of mutual respect where every team member matters, no matter who they are.

A Creative Company - Creativity is in our DNA. This is the fuel that helps us tackle the major challenges of our time.

The more important question you likely have is: Are we the right company for you?

Joining Egis is an opportunity to make a valuable, positive impact on the world, while growing and developing as a person. Our culture is very collaborative, and we care about people and our impact. We take great pride in being responsible for our clients, for each other and for our planet and its people. You’ll work and innovate in an environment where high standards and personal consideration go hand-in-hand.

Learn more about the exciting opportunity below where you’ll be part of projects renowned for technical excellence, ambition and sustainability

The Role

We are a leading organization committed to prioritizing Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) standards across our operations in Canada. As part of our ongoing commitment to excellence, we are seeking a dedicated professional to join our team as a Health and Safety Advisor. Reporting to the HSE Director, this role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to the implementation and maintenance of our HSE Management System, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and industry best practices.

As a Health and Safety Advisor you will collaborate closely with business leaders, HSE team members, and stakeholders to prevent incidents in the workplace and promote a positive HSE culture across multiple sites in Canada. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in HSE, excellent communication skills, and a proactive approach to problem-solving.

The ideal candidate will have the following background, skills and attributes:

  • Degree, diploma, or certificate from a post-secondary accredited institution in environment, health, and safety.
  • 5-7 years of relevant experience in health, safety, and environment roles.
  • Strong knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety Acts and Regulations in Ontario and Quebec.
  • Bilingual proficiency in English and French.
  • Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to inspire and influence others.
  • Intermediate level experience with Microsoft Office suite.
  • Professional designation or certification (e.g., CRST, NCSO) considered an asset.
  • Internal auditor certification (e.g., COR, ISO) considered an asset.
  • Field experience on construction projects considered an asset.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Act as a subject matter expert on HSE matters to ensure compliance with provincial legislation, client requirements and industry standards.
  • Establish effective communication channels with internal and external stakeholders to promote HSE initiatives.
  • Provide strategic guidance on HSE matters to business line managers, supervisors, and project personnel.
  • Assist in the development and review of project risk assessments, emergency plans, and related HSE documentation.
  • Support the incident management process by leading and/or participating in incident investigations and supporting workers' compensation reporting and return-to-work processes.
  • Conduct worksite inspections and audits at project sites and offices, with travel required.
  • Identify training needs and support the development and/or delivery of training materials to address gaps in knowledge.
  • Develop safe work practices and procedures in collaboration with project teams.
  • Assist with the implementation and maintenance of audit programs such as COR, ISNetworld, and others.

Egis Canada is an equal opportunities employer offering a competitive salary and benefits to those with the skills suited to the needs of our clients.

We welcome and encourage applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

This role is eligible for a referral bonus in line with the Referral Program. If you have been referred, please provide the name of the employee who has referred you at the time of your application.

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