Corporate Safety Manager

Overview
Vertex is seeking an experienced Corporate Safety Manager to join our team in Sherwood Park. The ideal candidate will be a proven leader who lives and promotes Vertex's safety culture.

This role will lead the strategic development and execution of Vertex's corporate safety programs across multiple business lines, including environmental consulting services, engineering, industrial cleaning, oilfield operations, and fluid transportation (water, vac, semi-vac, combo-vac, and high-pressure units). The successful candidate will bring a balance of technical expertise, regulatory knowledge, and leadership acumen, ensuring compliance and promoting a culture of safety excellence across all levels of the organization.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10+ years' experience as a Corporate Safety Manager within a large, complex organization
• Related Bachelor's degree or recognized Occupational Health & Safety designation
• CRSP designation (Canadian Registered Safety Professional) required; CHSC or equivalent is an asset
• Demonstrated experience managing WCB claims, modified duties, and return-to-work programs
• Strong background in transportation safety, including commercial vehicle compliance, driver safety programs, and operations involving vac, semi-vac, combo-vac, and high-pressure units
• Proven ability to develop and manage corporate safety systems across environmental, industrial cleaning, and oilfield service sectors
• In-depth knowledge of federal, provincial, and local OHS and transportation regulations; U.S. experience considered an asset
• Experience implementing or transitioning safety management software systems (Itrak is an asset)
• Excellent communication, leadership, and relationship-building skills with the ability to influence at all levels of the organization
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a commitment to proactive risk mitigation

Responsibilities

• Lead and continuously advance Vertex's safety culture, embedding health, safety, and environmental excellence into all operations
• Develop, implement, and maintain corporate health, safety, and environmental programs, policies, and procedures
• Champion WCB and claims management, ensuring timely, effective case management and successful return-to-work outcomes
• Manage and mentor the Corporate Safety Department and Transportation Compliance Department, providing guidance, professional development, and performance oversight
• Lead the continuous improvement of Vertex's Health and Safety Management System to align with evolving regulatory and industry standards
• Collaborate with senior leadership to develop and execute corporate safety objectives, KPIs, and annual improvement plans
• Support COR, ISO, or other external audit programs, ensuring certification standards are maintained and improved
• Drive data-driven decision-making by analyzing safety metrics, identifying trends, and proactively addressing emerging risks
• Partner with Operations, Fleet, and HR departments and other business lines to align safety, training, and compliance programs across all divisions
• Oversee driver qualification programs, ensuring proper training, competency, and licensing for all commercial vehicle operators
• Provide expert guidance during project planning and bid submissions to ensure client safety requirements are met and accurately represented
• Collaborate with Maintenance and Fleet departments to support equipment safety inspections, preventative maintenance, and vehicle compliance tracking
• Evaluate and mitigate risk across diverse operational environments, including industrial cleaning and transportation-based work
• Conduct and oversee corporate safety audits, inspections, and investigations, ensuring compliance and continuous improvement
• Deliver training and presentations on key safety topics such as transportation, confined space, high-pressure operations, and industrial hygiene
• Represent Vertex with regulatory agencies, clients, and industry groups on safety-related matters
• Champion safety leadership development among supervisors and managers, providing coaching and resources to strengthen field-level safety ownership
• Promote employee engagement initiatives that enhance safety awareness and reporting, including near-miss and recognition programs
• Lead post-incident reviews and lessons-learned sessions, ensuring findings are communicated and integrated into training and procedures
• Oversee emergency response planning and training, including corporate-level drills, evaluations, and procedure updates
• Track, analyze, and report on safety performance metrics to senior leadership, identifying trends and improvement opportunities
• Champion Vertex's commitment to safeguarding our people, communities, and environment through proactive leadership and sound decision-making
  

Location
This position is based out of Sherwood Park, AB, with occasional travel to field locations.

Vertex Offers

Competitive Compensation

Extended Health Benefits

Dental Coverage

Vision Care and Glasses Coverage

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

A safe working environment

Additional Information

At Vertex, we understand the importance of delivering high-quality work while protecting the well-being of our people and the environment. Through teamwork, accountability, and superior execution, we continue to strengthen our Health and Safety Management System and achieve excellence in every aspect of our operations.

If you are a results-driven safety professional with a passion for leading through influence and driving meaningful impact, we invite you to join the Vertex team.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for interviews will be contacted.