25 Aug
|
Westpower
|
Calgary
Position Summary
Westpower is seeking an experienced Health, Safety & Environmental (HSE) Specialist to provide practical HSE support across our Alberta operations (Calgary / Edmonton / Grand Prairie / Site).
The HSE Specialist will work closely with employees, supervisors and management to support the implementation and ongoing improvement of Westpower’s HSE programs, promote a strong safety culture and help ensure compliance with applicable regulatory and company requirements.
This is a hands-on position requiring a regular presence at Westpower locations throughout Alberta. The role will also support Westpower’s Certificate of Recognition (COR) program through the Manufacturers’ Health & Safety Association (MHSA).
Education, Skills & Experience
- Post-secondary education in Occupational Health and Safety or a related discipline is preferred; equivalent education and experience will be considered.
- 3 to 5 years of practical HSE experience, preferably within manufacturing, industrial, mechanical service or similar operations.
- Experience with Alberta COR and MHSA requirements, including COR audits and ongoing program maintenance.
- Working knowledge of Alberta occupational health and safety legislation.
- Experience with workplace inspections, hazard and risk assessments, incident investigations and HSE program development
- Experience delivering safety training, orientations or toolbox meetings.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively with employees and management at all levels.
- Ability to work independently and provide practical solutions to workplace HSE issues.
- CRSP or CRST designation is considered an asset.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
- Valid driver’s license and ability to travel frequently throughout Alberta and occasionally to the United States.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide frontline HSE guidance, coaching and support to employees, supervisors and managers.
- Support the implementation and maintenance of Westpower HSE policies, procedures and programs .
- Conduct workplace inspections, observations, audits and risk assessments and support the timely completion of corrective actions.
- Support the development and review of hazard assessments, JHAs, Protected Work Practices and Safe Job Procedures.
- Lead or support incident and near-miss investigations and assist with identifying and implementing effective corrective actions.
- Participate in client meetings.
- Develop and deliver HSE orientations, training, toolbox meetings and safety communications.
- Support Westpower’s MHSA COR program, including internal audit activities, external audit preparation, documentation and corrective actions.
- Support Joint Health and Safety Committees and worker participation in HSE activities.
- Monitor HSE performance, identify trends and communicate opportunities for improvement to operational and HSE leadership
- Support contractor HSE compliance and applicable regulatory requirements.
- Maintain accurate HSE records and documentation.
- Maintain a regular presence at Westpower locations and work collaboratively with operational teams to continually improve HSE performance.
- Perform other HSE related duties as required.
📌 HSE Specialist (Calgary)
🏢 Westpower
📍 Calgary