Health and safety director

Health and Safety Director
Requisition ID: 18287
Location:
Calgary, AB, CA, T2 B 0 R5 Surrey, British Columbia, CA, V3 W 1 J8 Edmonton, AB, CA, T6 X 0 B2
Pay Type: Salary
Position type: Full-time / Salary
Estimated Wage Range $150,000-$185,000/ Annually
Travel Requirement: 41-50%
COMPANY OVERVIEW
Amrize is building North America. From bridges and railways to data centers, schools, offices and homes, our solutions are inside the buildings and infrastructure that connect people and advance how we live. And we invite you to come and build with us.
As the partner of choice for professional builders, we offer advanced branded solutions from foundation to rooftop. Wherever our customers are, whatever their job, we’re ready to deliver. Our 19,000 colleagues work across 1,000 sites supported by an unparalleled distribution network. Infrastructure, commercial and residential, new build, repair and refurbishment: We’re in every construction market.
Amrize listed on the New York Stock Exchange and the SIX Swiss Exchange on June 23, 2025, following our spinoff as an independent company. Join us and build your ambition.
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Description:
Join Amrize as a Health and Safety Director and help construct what's next. If you're ready to put your skills to work on projects that matter — and build a career with a company that’s building North America — we want to hear from you
ABOUT THE ROLE
The Health & Safety Director is responsible for ensuring compliance with management systems and driving a safety-first culture across all operations. This role involves developing, implementing, and monitoring Health & Safety (H&S) programs, regulatory compliance, and performance metrics to meet both internal and external safety standards. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of North American H&S regulations, the ability to collaborate cross-functionally, and the expertise to promote best practices that minimize risk and foster a safe working environment.
Depending upon assignment, the H&S Director will oversee H&S systems and processes across the entire organization and/or cover multiple product lines (i.e., Cement, Aggregates, etc.)
WHAT YOU'LL ACCOMPLISH
Lead the development and implementation of Health & Safety Management Systems (HSMS), standards, and programs aligned with the company’s overall H&S strategy.
Provide strategic H&S leadership across the organization, partnering with operational leaders and promoting accountability at all levels.
Use safety data, trends, and key performance indicators (KPIs) to identify opportunities, measure performance, and drive continuous improvement.
Lead monthly H&S performance reporting, including leading and lagging indicators, and provide clear recommendations to senior leadership.
Ensure compliance with all applicable health and safety legislation, regulations, company standards, and industry best practices.
Develop and oversee H&S auditing programs, ensuring findings, corrective actions, and improvement plans are followed through to completion.
Support and oversee incident investigations, safety training, field coaching, and the implementation of corrective actions across operational sites.
Build a strong safety culture through collaboration, training, knowledge sharing, benchmarking, and the consistent adoption of H&S best practices.
Represent Health & Safety in leadership discussions and work closely with operational teams to drive cultural transformation, strengthen field implementation, and continuously improve safety performance.
Demonstrate a commitment to communicating, improving and adhering to health, safety and environmental policies in all work environments and areas. Promote a culture of safety and exhibit these behaviors.
WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR
Education: Bachelor's degree
Additional Education Preferred: Master's degree
Field of Study Preferred: Occupational Health and Safety, Environmental Health, Engineering, or a related field.
Required Work Experience: 10–15 years of Health & Safety or industrial experience, with at least 5 years in leadership. Experience leading H&S programs, working with senior leaders, and driving safety improvements. Cement, aggregates, or construction experience is an asset.
Required Training/Certifications: Any internationally recognized H&S certifications (e.g., NEBOSH, CSP, CIH) are a plus.
Required Technical Skills: Strong knowledge of H&S regulations and standards, including OSHA, MSHA, ISO 45001, and Work Safe. Strong analytical skills and experience using safety data, KPIs, and audits to improve safety performance.
Travel Requirements: 45%
Additional Requirements:
Strong leadership and communication skills, with the ability to influence and engage employees, site leaders, and senior management.
Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively across teams, sites, and departments.
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