We 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 strong 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.
- Qualified 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 role

Travel Requirement: Willingness to travel 30 to 40% of the time to support locations and distribution centres

Annual base salary: 130K - 150K

Additional compensation: Annual bonus

The 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.

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