Hse Advisor

Backwoods Energy Services is a leading supplier of access and matting solutions, civil and forestry services, pipeline maintenance and security services in Western Canada. We have been able to attract best-in-class management, staff, and operators from across the industry, allowing us to successfully complete some of the largest midstream and utility projects in Alberta. Moreover, we have become the largest employer of Alexis band members, the largest independent source of income in the community.

Each day, our team strives to live our mission of Driving economic opportunity by empowering Indigenous people and communities. The work we do at Backwoods is meaningful, as it helps build and grow the Alexis community. Experiencing the impact that our work has for building a sustainable future for Alexis is something we are passionate about.

Backwoods Energy Services is 100% owned by the Alexis Nakota Sioux Nation and one of the largest Indigenous owned companies in Canada.

ROLE SUMMARY

Based in the Nisku, reporting to the HSE Manager, the HSE Advisor supports the Matting Projects and Backwoods Yard(s) in properly and effectively implementing Backwoods HSE Management System. This person must consistently convey mature professional judgement, provide mentorship and guidance to employees and subcontractors, build strong relationships with the divisional teams and clients and be able to work in a setting with mínimal supervision.

RESPONSIBILITIES
- Support Corporate HSE in the development, revisions, and implementation of Corporate and Divisional HSE Programs, Procedures and Practices.
- Participate in weekly Corporate HSE Meetings.
- Develop and implement project/site specific training matrices for both the Matting and Yard Divisions.
- Provide support and assistance to employees and subcontractors on completing training, document reviews, and form completion in Backwoods Online HSE Management System.
- Support employees through Backwoods Modified Work Program.
- Track, monitor and report Matting and Yard compliance to established HSE performance metrics.
- Facilitate emergency response drills with project and/or site leadership, as per Backwoods Emergency Response requirements.
- Participate in Toolbox Talks and/or safety meetings at Backwoods Yard(s) and Matting Projects.
- Communicate relevant HSE information to supervisors and divisional leadership.
- Review and provide coaching on FLHAs to employees and supervisors.
- Document, track and monitor (the implementation and effectiveness of) corrective actions in Backwoods Online HSE Management System.
- Respond to HSE issues related to the Matting division and Backwoods Yard(s).
- Flash report and investigate incidents associated with Matting Projects and/or Backwoods Yard(s).
- Communicate HSE issues and/or concerns to Matting and Yard Leadership and the HSE Supervisor.
- Track, monitor, and investigate trends and high-risk Hazard IDs within the Matting and Yard Divisions; and
- Additional and alternative duties that may be changed from time-to-time by the Employer.

**ACCESS SERVICES**
- Schedule and facilitate HSE project planning activities with Project Leadership and verify project planning action items are completed within the specified timelines.
- Support in the development, periodic reviews and revisions to Job Hazard Assessments associated with the positions and projects within the Matting Division.
- Audit project compliance to Backwoods and Project HSE requirements - communicate non-compliance to Project and Matting.
- Liaise with clients on HSE matters related to Matting projects.
- Conduct worksite and focused inspections as per established KPI targets for the Matting Division.
- Verify subcontractors working for the Matting Division are managed following Backwoods Subcontractor Management Program.

**NISKU YARD**
- Provide site specific orientation to new employees working at Backwoods Yards.
- Verify the applicability and effectiveness of Hazard Assessments through site audits, incident reviews, industry best practices, and consultation with field employees.
- Audit yard compliance to Backwoods HSE requirements - communicate non-compliance to Yard Leadership.
- Conduct worksite and focused inspections as per established KPI targets at all Backwoods Yard(s).
- Verify commercial vehicle operator’s compliance to Backwoods Commercial Vehicle Safety and Maintenance Program.

QUALIFICATIONS
- 5+ years’ experience in HSE, construction and/or pipeline experience is considered an asset
- Degree, Diploma or Certificate in OH&S and/or related education or equivalencies
- Experience in commercial vehicle requirements (provincial - NSC / Trucking), is considered an asset
- Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint
- Must possess a valid driver’s license

KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS
- HSE Advisor documentation meets the Project Leadership and HSE Manager’s quality, timeliness and content expectations
- KPI expectations as outlined for HSE Advi