Safety, Health & Environment (HSE) Manager
Cornwall, ON (Open to candidates who are willing to relocate at their own expense)
Full-Time | Permanent | On-Site

About the Opportunity

We're partnering with a well-established manufacturing organization to find a driven and experienced Safety, Health & Environment (HSE) Manager to join their leadership team. This is a high-impact, hands-on role for a safety professional who thrives in a quick-paced environment and wants to make a real difference and not just check boxes.

The Role

Reporting to the Vice President of Operations, you'll take the lead on all Safety, Health, and Environmental programs Canada and US facility. You'll sit at the corporate management level, which means your work will be seen, valued, and felt across the entire organization.

Key Responsibilities

Lead SHE compliance across Canadian operations and provide program support to a U.S. location

Monitor regulatory changes and advise leadership on operational impacts

Oversee industrial hygiene monitoring, hazard communication, radiation safety, and incident investigations

Develop and refine safety programs aimed at reducing injury rates

Serve as management representative on the Joint Health and Safety Committee

Prepare and submit quarterly and annual environmental reports to NPRI, MOE, MISA, and other regulatory bodies

Manage environmental controls under MISA and CEPA; conduct internal audits

Oversee weekly water sampling and submission for analysis

Liaise with external agencies including MOL, WSIB, OSHA, and HSE

Manage all WSIB claims, including leading appeal hearings

Deliver training and communications on WHMIS, First Aid, Fire Plan, Fall Arrest, and Lockout Tagout

Review incident trend data,



identify risk areas, and drive corrective action plans

Coach and mentor supervisors and staff on SHE best practices

Provide regular performance reporting and recommendations to senior leadership

Coordinate facility audits and establish audit standards

Required Skills and Experience:

Bachelor's degree, preferably in Occupational Health and Safety

CRSP and/or CHSC designation

7 to 10 years of leadership experience in Health and Safety, within a manufacturing environment is a must

Unionized environment experience is a must

Strong working knowledge of Canadian health and safety legislation; U.S. knowledge is a plus

Excellent communication, facilitation, and training skills

Analytical mindset with a proven ability to design and implement effective SHE programs

WSIB claims management experience is an asset

What's in It for You

A collaborative team that values your expertise and input

Opportunity to lead meaningful safety and sustainability initiatives with cross-border reach

A visible, influential role with real organizational impact

Comprehensive benefits package including dental, vision, extended health care, disability and life insurance, EAP, RRSP match, paid time off, and on-site parking

Casual, people-first culture with company events and a supportive work environment

Ready to Make an Impact?

If you're a seasoned HSE professional looking for a role where your work truly matters, we want to connect. Apply today and let's talk about how this opportunity aligns with your career goals.

We thank all applicants for their interest. Only candidates selected for further consideration will be contacted. Accommodations are available upon request throughout the recruitment process.

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📌 Safety, Health & Environment (HSE) Manager (Ontario)
🏢 Finlink Group
📍 Ontario