The Opportunity :
Our client, a leading manufacturing facility in the Industry & Water segment is seeking a Health, Safety & Compliance Specialist to join their team.
This role will be instrumental in ensuring regulatory compliance, safety, and quality standards across operations at their South Shore (QC) Plant.
The facility plays a crucial role in water treatment and oil and gas applications across North America.
What You’ll Be Doing :
- Overseeing regulatory compliance related to Environmental, Health, Safety, and Quality (EHSQ) within a chemical manufacturing environment.
- Assisting with the EHSQ, Risk Management Plan (RMP), and Process Safety Management (PSM) audit processes.
- Analyzing safety reports, identifying non-compliance issues, and implementing corrective actions focused on continuous improvement.
- Managing compliance with the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and maintaining the Customs-Trade Partnership Against Terrorism (C-TPAT) program for Canadian sites.
- Administering the Integrated Management Process and acting as a technical advisor for the Emergency Response Assistance Plan (ERAP).
- Leading the Internal Tier 1 Emergency Response Team and facilitating training on safety and compliance procedures.
- Supporting emergency response efforts within the Varennes Industrial area.
- Collaborating on the implementation of health and safety strategies to align with organizational culture.
- Optimizing key safety procedures, including Lockout / Tagout, Confined Space Entry, and Hot Work Permits.
- Ensuring adherence to corporate health and safety policies and internal audit standards.
- Coordinating health and safety training programs for all employees.
What You’ll Need To Be Successful :
- A university degree or a minimum of 5 years of experience in Occupational Health & Safety.
- At least 5 years of experience in a manufacturing environment, with a preference for chemical industry experience.
- Strong knowledge of Industrial Hygiene, Ergonomics, and Canadian Occupational Health & Safety regulations.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment, make sound decisions, and prioritize tasks during emergencies.
- A proactive approach to learning advanced safety features and adopting best safety practices.
- Bilingual proficiency in French and English.