Health and Safety Operations Manager

Company Overview

Catalyst Changing supports refinery and industrial operations across Western Canada. Our commitment to safety and operational excellence drives our growth and reputation within the industry. As we are expanding, we are strengthening our Health & Safety team to ensure our operations and field teams receive the daily support and leadership required to work safely and efficiently.

We are an industry leader in catalyst handling services, with expertise in the refining and petrochemicals sector. With a strong safety culture and pioneering ethos, Catalyst Changers has a reputation of having the best catalyst craftsmen in Canada.

Summary

The Health & Safety Operations Manager plays a key role in daily safety operations, project oversight, and consistent implementation of our safety standards. This position provides leadership to field safety personnel, supports supervisors, and collaborates closely with Compliance to maintain and improve our Health & Safety Management System.

This is an office-based role with regular jobsite visits and includes direct management of field safety specialists and project safety personnel.

Responsibilities

• Review, approve, and maintain control of all project safety documentation, including Safety Plans, Rescue Procedures, and Safe Work Execution Plans.
• Oversee and support field safety staff and project safety specialists, ensuring FLHAs, permits, and site documentation meet company standards.
• Conduct regular site visits to verify safe work practices and engage directly with field teams.
• Serve as the first point of contact for all incidents, injuries, near misses, and significant events; lead or coordinate investigations.
• Collaborate with Operations and Project Management to develop, implement, and track effective corrective actions.
• Liaise directly with client HSE teams and ensure project teams understand and meet client-specific safety requirements.
• Lead safety communications including alerts, bulletins, and project-specific safety updates.
• Manage, schedule, and develop all Health & Safety Field Specialists and project safety personnel, ensuring qualifications and job readiness.
• Lead the operational components of COR audits and work with Compliance to address findings and drive continuous improvement.

Qualifications & Experience

• Minimum 5 years of experience in health & safety operations within refinery, industrial construction, or oil & gas settings.
• Strong understanding of project-level safety documentation, hazard assessments, and field operations.
• Experience leading incident response, investigations, and corrective action processes.
• Demonstrated leadership experience managing field safety personnel or project safety teams.
• Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Valid driver's license and willingness to conduct regular field visits.
• OHS-related education or certifications (NCSO, CRSP, CRST, etc.) considered an asset.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits.
• A collaborative work environment focused on improvement and safety excellence.
• Opportunities for professional development and career growth.
• The ability to directly influence safety performance across multiple projects and regions.

Catalyst Changers Incis an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from all qualified individuals. We thank you for your interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• Dental care
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• RRSP match

Experience:

• Field HSE, with management or progressive supervision: 5 years (required)

Willingness to travel:

• 25% (required)

Work Location: In person