Senior System Safety Specialist

2 weeks ago


Old Toronto, Canada WSP Full time

The Opportunity:

WSP is seeking a proficient Senior System Safety Specialist who will play a pivotal role in the planning, development, and maintenance of WSP's System Safety Management System for railway projects. The ideal candidate should be well-versed in creating System Safety Plans, Safety and Assurance Reports, and Safety Cases in accordance with the principles of EN50126, EN50128, and EN50129.

If you are a qualified System Safety Manager/Specialist who thrives in a dynamic and safety-focused environment, we invite you to join our team in Alberta and contribute to the success of our railway projects. Your expertise will play a crucial role in ensuring the safety and efficiency of our systems.

Why choose WSP?

  • We value and are committed to upholding a culture of inclusion and belonging
  • Our Flexible Work Policy – we recognize the importance of balance in our lives and encourage you to prioritize the balance in yours. We will support you on and off the job so you can be fully present in both your work and home lives.
  • Canadian success story - we're proud to wear the red and white of this beautiful country and show the world what Canada has to offer.
  • Enhance the world around you - from the environment to the highways, to the buildings and the terrain, WSP is the fabric of Canada.
  • Outstanding career opportunities - we're growing and pushing ourselves every day to be greater than yesterday - we're open to your ideas and trying new things.
  • A phenomenal collaborative culture and a workforce filled with genuinely good people who are doing humbly important work. Come find out for yourself what it's like to be a part of our journey.

We offer attractive pay, flexible work options, a great corporate culture, comprehensive and employee-focused benefits including virtual healthcare and a wellness platform as well as great savings programs, and a clear vision for the future.

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What you can expect to do here:

  • Develop and maintain WSP's System Safety Management System for railway projects.
  • Create comprehensive System Safety Plans, Safety and Assurance Reports, and Safety Cases.
  • Manage safety assessment processes, including hazard identification, risk analysis, and safety requirements allocation.
  • Establish safety requirements for the entire railway system, encompassing civil, architectural, electrical, mechanical, and railway systems (both hardware and software components).
  • Oversee safety goals and the implementation of Safety Integrity Levels (SIL) for safety-critical functions, along with relevant documentation.
  • Communicate and coordinate safety-related requirements with various stakeholders, including project managers, engineers, suppliers, contractors, and regulatory authorities.
  • Supervise verification and validation activities to ensure that safety-critical components and systems meet expected performance standards.
  • Implement risk reduction to As Low As Reasonably Practicable (ALARP) levels and document hazard transfer processes, including client acceptance.
  • Foster the development and enhancement of System Safety awareness and competence among Design Team members, ensuring that individuals involved in safety-critical activities are adequately qualified for their roles.
  • Actively participate in System Assurance Audits and continuously monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of safety measures and processes. Implement lessons learned and best practices to enhance safety performance.

What you'll bring to WSP:

  • Proficient in crafting safety-related documentation, including safety policies, objectives, strategies, and communication plans to secure buy-in from all project stakeholders.
  • Possession of a P.Eng designation or eligibility to obtain P.Eng certification from or an equivalent regulatory body in another Canadian province.
  • A minimum of 8 years of experience in System Safety Management.
  • Exposure and experience with Railway Systems on a broad scale.
  • Proven application of System Safety Management principles in compliance with EN50126, EN50128, and EN50129 standards.
  • Exposure to CMREA and IEC61508 is considered a valuable asset.
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