R2874039

HSE Manager, Canada Location:

Toronto, ON

About the job Join a global network that powers how Sanofi delivers — seamlessly, purposefully, and at scale. In Manufacturing & Supply, you’ll help reimagine how life-changing treatments reach people everywhere, faster.

Executive Summary: The HSE Manager for Canada is a strategic leader accountable for driving world-class health, safety, and environmental performance across Commercial Operations and Digital HUB environments — directly enabling Sanofi's mission of

chasing the miracles of science . Grounded in Sanofi's core values of

Aim Higher, Act for Patients, Be Bold, and Lead Together , this role ensures full compliance with Canada's rigorous federal and provincial HSE and environmental regulations while embedding a proactive, people-centered safety culture. By championing Leading Safety principles and Road Safety programs, the HSE Manager protects employees, communities, and the environment — creating the conditions for Sanofi Canada to deliver on its patient and business commitments. Key Stakeholders: Internal Commercial Operations Leadership Team Digital HUB Management Global HSE Team Field Sales Teams People & Culture & Legal Facilities Management Finance External Workplace and Climate Change Canada (ECCC) Health Canada Provincial Environmental & Labour Authorities Canadian Society of Safety Engineering (CSSE) HSE Consultants & Auditors Emergency Response Agencies About Sanofi We’re an R&D-driven;, AI-powered biopharma company committed to improving people’s lives and delivering compelling growth. Our deep understanding of the immune system – and innovative pipeline – enables us to invent medicines and vaccines that treat and protect millions of people around the world. Together,



we chase the miracles of science to improve people’s lives.

Main Responsibilities: Strategy & Governance

– Develop and continuously evolve the HSE strategy for Commercial Operations and Digital HUB, aligned with Sanofi's global standards and Canadian regulations; lead governance frameworks, performance reporting, and executive engagement, representing HSE on the Commercial Operations Leadership Team. Regulatory Compliance

– Ensure proactive compliance with Canadian federal/provincial HSE legislation (CEPA, Canada Labour Code Part II, Species at Risk Act, provincial OHS/environmental acts), including permits, licenses, and mandatory reporting. CEPA Reporting & Database Ownership

– Own and submit CEPA declarations and data on Sanofi's behalf, maintaining the accuracy, completeness, and timeliness of the organization's CEPA database. Environmental Compliance Management

– Manage programs covering waste, air emissions, water, hazardous materials, and sustainability reporting; lead impact assessments and regulatory submissions; build strong relationships with ECCC, Health Canada, and provincial agencies (Ontario MECP, Québec MELCCFP). HSE Program Design

– Establish fit-for-purpose HSE standards for CommOps and Digital HUB sites, including ergonomic programs, mental health/psychological safety initiatives (with P&C;),



and facility safety/emergency preparedness/business continuity plans. Safety Culture Leadership

– Champion "Leading Safety" principles through visible leadership, coaching, safety observations, near-miss reporting, and engagement at all organizational levels. Road Safety Program

– Develop and execute a comprehensive road safety program for commercial fleet and field teams, covering driver behavior, vehicle standards, journey management, and fatigue risk. Risk Assessment & Incident Investigation

– Conduct HSE risk assessments across all activities, track mitigation measures, and lead incident investigations using structured root cause methodologies (TapRooT, 5-Why) with shared learnings and corrective actions. Performance Monitoring & Reporting

– Track, analyze, and report HSE metrics/KPIs to leadership, manage the incident reporting system, and ensure timely regulatory notifications. About you

Required Qualifications:

Education Bachelor's degree in occupational health & safety, Environmental Science, Sciences, Engineering, or related field

Professional Experience At least 3 years in an HSE leadership or management role Minimum 5–8 years of Progressive HSE experience Strong, current knowledge of Canadian federal and provincial HSE and environmental regulations Proven experience managing CEPA (Canadian Environmental Protection Act) declarations, data submissions, and regulatory reporting is mandatory. Solid knowledge of environmental regulatory matters, with the technical understanding required to accurately manage and interpret CEPA-related reporting.

Certifications & Licenses CRSP

(Canadian Registered Safety Professional),

CIH ,

CSP , or equivalent recognized desi

📌 HSE Manager, Canada (Toronto)
🏢 Sanofi
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