SHEQ MANAGER

Our client is a global manufacturer committed to safety, quality, and sustainability. They’re looking for a hands-on Health & Safety Manager to elevate the SHEQ culture across their Eastern Canada sites (Ontario & Quebec). This role is all about driving accountability, improving floor-level engagement, and leading the shift toward a zero-harm, zero-defect mindset.Position SummaryThe SHEQ Manager is a high-energy cultural champion responsible for executing the company’s existing safety and quality programs across 3–4 industrial sites. Your focus is not building new systems but coaching, influencing, and driving adoption of the SHEQ management system. You’ll work directly on the floor, build trust with teams, and deliver measurable improvements.AdvantagesReporting: Directly to a senior operational leader; close collaboration with Facility Managers.Team: Support from an Eastern counterpart and a seasoned H&S Director.Schedule: Full-time, on-site, Monday–Friday.Travel: 10–15% to Quebec and regional sites.Culture: Highly diverse, inclusive environment—fit and attitude matter most.Compensation: $100–120K base + annual bonus (April payout).Benefits: 80% employer-paid benefits and RRSP with 3.5% match after one year.ResponsibilitiesSafety, Health & Environment (Primary Focus)Lead all plant safety, health, and environmental activities with daily floor presence.Implement divisional policies and convert strategy into practical, on-floor action.Train staff (including temps) to ensure full competency on the SHEQ system (EHS Insight).Manage safety reporting, investigations (RCA), and corrective actions to prevent repeat events.Ensure compliance with audits, LOTO/Permit to Work, risk assessments, and JHA/JSA.Oversee environmental compliance and transportation of dangerous goods.Quality Management (Secondary Focus)Support RCA and 8D corrective actions for quality issues.Manage customer quality inquiries, including site visits when needed.Lead monthly Quality Management Reviews and prepare summary reports for leadership.QualificationsProfileA passionate, resilient, “doer” who can influence, motivate, and drive cultural change. Not looking for a corporate VP—this role needs a charismatic, on-the-floor leader.Must-Have CompetenciesStrong influence and EQ; able to win trust and drive change respectfully.Excellent written and verbal communication; skilled trainer and storyteller.High integrity, accountability, and follow-through.Energetic, persuasive, and action-oriented.Technical RequirementsCRSP designation required5+ years’ safety & quality experience in manufacturingProven experience supporting a successful safety culture transitionProficient in Microsoft Office and SHEQ systems (EHS Insight)Assets: Behavior-Based Safety, Safety II, ISO experience, French language skillsSummarySend your resume to Fatema.Pardhan@randstad.ca using the subject line: "SHEQ Manager – Mississauga"Randstad Canada is committed to fostering a workforce reflective of all peoples of Canada. As a result, we are committed to developing and implementing strategies to increase the equity, diversity and inclusion within the workplace by examining our internal policies, practices, and systems throughout the entire lifecycle of our workforce, including its recruitment, retention and advancement for all employees. In addition to our deep commitment to respecting human rights, we are dedicated to positive actions to affect change to ensure everyone has full participation in the workforce free from any barriers, systemic or otherwise, especially equity-seeking groups who are usually underrepresented in Canada's workforce, including those who identify as women or non-binary/gender non-conforming; Indigenous or Aboriginal Peoples; persons with disabilities (visible or invisible) and; members of visible minorities, racialized groups and the LGBTQ2+ community.Randstad Canada is committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible workplace for all its candidates and employees by supporting their accessibility and accommodation needs throughout the employment lifecycle. We ask that all job applications please identify any accommodation requirements by sending an email to accessibility@randstad.ca to ensure their ability to fully participate in the interview process.