Senior Health, Safety

Senior Health, Safety & Environment Advisor – Manufacturing Drive, Grow, Excel Do you believe that a company’s success depends on its people? If so, Steelcon is the place for you At Steelcon, we don’t just build steel structures; we’re shaping the future of the structural steel industry. As a trusted structural steel partner, we’re committed to excellence, innovation, and the growth of our people. If you’re driven, detail-oriented, and passionate about building a long-term career, Steelcon offers an exciting opportunity to grow and succeed. Position Overview The Senior HSE Advisor – Manufacturing provides leadership and oversight for health, safety, and environmental practices across manufacturing plants. This role is plant-focused, ensuring day‑to‑day operations meet regulatory requirements and company standards. The Senior Advisor directly supervises HSE Coordinators assigned to manufacturing plants and reports to the Director of HSE. Key Responsibilities Provide leadership, guidance, and mentorship to HSE Coordinators, ensuring consistency and alignment in the delivery of HSE programs across manufacturing operations. Report directly to the Director of HSE, providing updates on plant safety performance, emerging risks, and program needs. Lead and oversee HSE practices in manufacturing plants, ensuring compliance with legislation, company policies, and plant‑specific requirements. Conduct regular inspections, audits, and observations, addressing hazards and ensuring corrective actions are implemented. Collaborate with plant managers, supervisors, and employees to integrate HSE into planning, scheduling, and execution. Lead incident investigations, ensuring root causes are identified, corrective actions are implemented, and lessons learned are communicated. Triage and escalate issues based on severity and complexity to the Director of HSE. Drive HSE initiatives in the plants, fostering a proactive safety culture and strong worker engagement. Ensure HSE documentation (procedures, permits, checklists, reports) is completed accurately and submitted in a timely manner. Serve as the primary resource for regulatory updates, plant requirements, and internal program changes as they relate to manufacturing operations. Support succession planning by developing the skills and capabilities of HSE Coordinators, preparing them for expanded responsibilities. Represent the HSE department in meetings and liaise with internal and external stakeholders as required. Qualifications A combination of related education and 5‑7 years of progressive HSE experience in Ontario manufacturing environments. Health & safety designation (such as CHSC, NCSO, or other accreditation) preferred. JHSC certification preferred. Demonstrated experience with hazardous materials management, confined space entry, lockout/tagout, and machine safety. Proven track record of reducing incident rates and improving safety culture. Experience with HSE management systems and Ontario regulatory compliance. Familiarity with WSIB processes and return‑to‑work programs. Thorough knowledge of Ontario OHSA. Understanding of WHMIS 2015 requirements and chemical hazard assessment. Proficiency in incident investigation techniques and root cause analysis. Experience with HSE software systems and data analytics. Understanding of industrial hygiene principles and exposure assessment. Strong leadership and influence skills with ability to drive change. Excellent written and verbal communication abilities. Analytical mindset with attention to detail. Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities. Strong interpersonal skills and cultural sensitivity. Location, Hours of Work & Working Conditions Location: Brampton Hours of Work: Monday to Thursday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, Friday 8:00 am to 3:00 pm Travel: Regular travel required to the Niagara region Combination of office and manufacturing work environments Occasional evenings or weekend work may be necessary for incident response, Ministry of Labour inspections, or project deadlines. What We Offer Competitive salary and group benefits package starting from day 1 Group RRSP program with 100% employer match Company events & teambuilding activities Ongoing learning & development opportunities to help build the career you want Awards for top performers and employee tenure A unique opportunity to build, grow and leave your impact on a multi‑billion‑dollar industry Dynamic, informal and collaborative work environment Steelcon is an equal opportunity employer and encourages all qualified candidates to apply. In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) we are committed to providing accommodation for people with disabilities to support their participation in all aspects of the recruitment and selection process. If you need accommodation during the recruitment process, please advise Human Resources. To be eligible to apply for this position, you must be legally entitled to work in Canada. We do not accept international applicants without a valid work permit. We thank all applicants for their interest. Only successful candidates will be contacted. We do not wish to be contacted by recruitment firms. #J-18808-Ljbffr