Program Manager, Health Safety

Teraflex Limited, a leading provider in electrical, communication and civil construction services for clients and general contractors in major transportation projects. A subsidiary of OEC and Envari Holding Inc. (a subsidiary of Hydro Ottawa Holding Inc.), is seeking a Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) Program Manager to join our team.

**Program Manager, Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) - Civil Infrastructure**

**About the role**:
The Program Manager, Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) will lead the development and implementation of the health, safety, and environmental (HSE) processes across multiple projects and worksites.

Their expertise and proactive approach will help drive safety excellence and ensure compliance with CORTM, legislative, and industry standards and meet customer requirements and needs.

If you’re ready to bring your skills and enthusiasm to a company that values safety and innovation, we’d love to hear from you.

Our brand behaviours empower people to deliver great careers to one another and develop creative solutions for complex problems on some of the most exciting projects. It doesn’t matter what your expertise and craft is - there are no boundaries.

Be a part of our team, where we pride ourselves on the safety and quality of our work and the way we treat each other and our partners. You will build a career, and long-lasting relationships based on respect, collaboration, and a solution-focused mindset. Teraflex is a place where you will unlock your potential and achieve your goals.

**Responsibilities**:

- Develops tools, resources, systems and operating procedures
- Leads the operation and ongoing development of CORTM health and safety program
- Delivers expert advice and strategic guidance on health, safety, and environmental matters to ensure compliance and drive best practices
- Act as the primary point of contact for all HSE related matters within the organization and liaise with regulatory bodies as necessary
- Conducts comprehensive site audits and inspections to verify full compliance with internal protocols and regulatory requirements
- Collaborates effectively with employees, managers, union representatives, WSIB, and healthcare professionals to support health and safety initiatives
- Maintains strong field presence and approachability to foster employee engagement and promote a positive safety culture
- Delivers thorough and impactful safety orientations to all employees, ensuring clear understanding of policies and expectations
- Monitor, track, and proactively update health, safety, and environmental (HSE) action plans to ensure timely resolution of issues
- Ensure accurate, timely, and thorough reporting of HSE incidents and leading indicators to support data-driven decision-making
- Champion initiatives that drive continuous improvement in HSE processes, culture, and overall performance
- Implement industry best practices and innovative solutions to strengthen and optimize HSE management systems
- Coordinate regular reviews and revisions of HSE policies, procedures, and systems to maintain compliance and operational excellence
- Lead and facilitate safety meetings to support the Joint Health and Safety Committee, as well as departmental and company-wide safety initiatives
- Oversee the administration of employee health and safety training programs and promote wellness initiatives, including the Stayin’ Alive health and wellness campaigns
- Ensure adherence to all applicable health, safety, and environmental legislation, including the Occupational Health and Safety Act and related regulations

**Required Qualifications**:

- Education in Occupational Health and Safety, Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field
- CRSP/CRST/CHSC Designation (or working towards)
- Minimum 7 years of experience in construction safety management, ideally with a focus on Utility, Industrial, Commercial, and Institutional construction

**Success Factors**:

- Proven track record of successful HSE strategy development, cultural change initiatives and implementation, including solid presentation, meeting and training facilitation skills
- Excellent knowledge of Ontario occupational safety and environmental legislation / regulations
- Strong knowledge of and WSIB policies and return to work principles
- Knowledge of Electrical Safety principles and related industry rules and guidelines
- Good communication skills and ability to work well with all levels from entry level employee to senior management
- Ability to adhere to deadlines and manage multiple projects at once
- Ability to maintain a high level of visibility and an approachable image to ensure positive employee relations
- Ability to build trust at all levels of the organization
- Display balanced judgment when advising management and employees on safety and environmental issues
- Good understanding of company’s business
- Proficient leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills
- Strong analytical and prob