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Job Number:J1026-0148Job Type:RegularCity, Province, Country:Saint-Bruno-de-Montarville, Quebec, CanadaJob Category:ProfessionalNumber of Positions:1Job

Location:
Hybrid / Saint-Bruno-de-MontarvilleWe are seeking a strategic and results-driven North American Health & Safety Director to lead the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of our North American health and safety program across our North American operations. This role will oversee H&S; for multiple wholesale HVAC/R branches and three large-scale distribution centres, ensuring consistent standards, regulatory compliance, and a robust culture of safety.
As a key member of the leadership team, the successful candidate will shape safety strategy, manage the North American H&S; budget, influence change across the organization, and align safety initiatives with broader business objectives.## What you will accomplish with us:Strategic Leadership & Planning
- Design and execute a national health & safety strategy aligned with organizational goals, operational realities, and compliance requirements.
- Serve as the senior safety advisor to Executive Steering Committee, providing insights, risk analysis, and performance reporting.
- Drive a proactive safety culture, embedding accountability and continuous improvement at all levels of the organization.
Budget & Resource Management
- Develop and manage the annual health & safety budget, including training, equipment, audits, and certifications.
- Identify opportunities for cost-effective risk mitigation, investment in safety innovation, and operational efficiency.
Compliance & Governance
- Ensure full compliance with applicable federal, provincial,



and local health and safety legislation across Canada.
- Lead internal audits and inspections; and coordinate responses to regulatory visits and incident investigations.
- Maintain and update the corporate safety management programs, policies, and procedures to ensure national consistency.
Training, Engagement & Communication
- Oversee the design and delivery of safety training programs, certifications, and onboarding for all employees.
- Partner with regional managers to build safety leadership capabilities across the network.
- Champion transparent safety communications and reporting.
Incident & Risk Management
- Lead or oversee investigations of workplace incidents, ensuring proper root cause analysis and corrective action.
- Monitor and report on leading and lagging safety indicators, using data to inform strategic decisions.
Cross-Border Expertise (Asset)
- Provide support or consultation on U.
S. OSHA requirements where applicable, especially for operations with U.
S. exposure or integration.## What You Bring to Our Team:Education & Credentials:
- Degree or diploma in Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Science, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.
- Professional certifications such as CRSP, CHSC, or equivalent are strongly preferred.

Experience:
- 8+ years of progressive experience in health & safety roles, including 3+ years in a national or multi-site leadership capacity.
- Experience in warehousing, logistics,



or wholesale environments; HVAC/R industry knowledge is an asset.
- Demonstrated experience in budget management and strategic planning.
Skills & Competencies:
- Deep understanding of Canadian occupational health & safety regulations.
- Working knowledge of U.
S. OSHA is an asset.
- Strong leadership, influencing, and change management capabilities.
- Excellent interpersonal, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills.
- Valid driver's license
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and safety management software systems.
- Fluency in both French and English is a bonafide requirement for this roleTravel Requirement:Willingness to travel 30 to 40% of the time to support locations and distribution centresAnnual base

salary:
130K
- 150KAdditional compensation: Annual bonusThe final salary will be determined on the basis of the candidate's skills and experience, in compliance with current regulations.## Competitive

Benefits:
In addition to a rewarding career within our team,

we offer
* Medical and dental coverage from day one, along with short and long-term disability protection
* Contribution to a collective registered retirement savings plan upon starting your role.
* Wellness spending account
* An employee assistance program including psychological, financial, and legal support.
* Access to telemedicine from the beginning of your employment.
* Reimbursement of professional association membership fees.
* Early vacation program.
* Work-life balance supported through a hybrid work policy.##For more than 70 years, we've been making a difference, in every degree.At Master, our people are the driving force behind our success. As Canada's largest HVAC-R distributor and one of North America's industry leaders, we're proud to bri

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