Safety Assurance Specialist, Rail and Transit

2 days ago


Toronto, Canada WSP in Canada Full time

Safety Assurance Specialist, Rail and Transit Join WSP in Canada to apply for the Safety Assurance Specialist, Rail and Transit role. Overview Shape the Future of Rail Safety with WSP Are you passionate about system safety and ready to make a real impact on major railway projects across Canada? Join WSP – a Canadian leader in engineering and professional services, and help us deliver safe, innovative, and sustainable transportation solutions. Job Description As a System Safety Specialist, you will play a pivotal role in planning, developing, and maintaining WSP’s System Safety Management System for railway projects. Your expertise will directly contribute to the safety and efficiency of critical infrastructure across Canada. Key Responsibilities Develop and maintain WSP’s System Safety Management System for railway projects Prepare comprehensive System Safety Plans, Safety and Assurance Reports, and Safety Cases in line with EN50126, EN50128, and EN50129 standards Lead safety assessment processes, including hazard identification, risk analysis, and safety requirements allocation Define safety requirements for all aspects of railway systems (civil, architectural, electrical, mechanical, hardware, and software) Oversee safety goals and the implementation of Safety Integrity Levels (SIL) for safety functions, ensuring robust documentation Collaborate with project managers, engineers, suppliers, contractors, and regulatory authorities to communicate and coordinate safety requirements Supervise verification and validation activities to ensure safety‑critical components and systems meet performance standards Implement risk reduction strategies to ALARP and manage hazard transfer processes, including client acceptance Foster system safety awareness and competence within design teams, ensuring all members involved in safety‑critical activities are properly qualified Participate in System Assurance Audits and drive continuous improvement by implementing lessons learned and best practices Qualifications Strong skills in developing safety‑related documentation (policies, objectives, strategies, communication plans) P.Eng designation or eligibility for certification in a Canadian province (or equivalent) At least 8 years of experience in System Safety Management, ideally with large‑scale railway systems Proven application of System Safety Management principles in compliance with EN50126, EN50128, and EN50129 Experience with CMREA and IEC61508 is an asset Team spirit, rigor, leadership, and passion for safety About WSP WSP is one of the world’s leading professional services firms, with over 65,000 team members worldwide and 12,000+ in Canada. We work across sectors to design sustainable solutions for the future. Benefits & Culture We offer attractive pay, flexible work options, comprehensive and employee‑focused benefits, a wellness platform, virtual healthcare, and savings programs. We are committed to inclusion, balance, and a collaborative culture. Additional Information Health and Safety is a core paramount value of WSP. Compliance with HSE policy is expected. Fieldwork roles may require key physical tasks. WSP welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities and is committed to employment equity. WSP is committed to the principles of employment equity. Only the candidates selected will be contacted. #J-18808-Ljbffr



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