Site Health, Safety and Environment (HSE) Officer

As the first equipment manufacturer in Canada and a world leader in the design of hydroelectric turbines, ANDRITZ Hydro Canada has more than 170 years of know-how. In a context of energy transition, our hydroelectric innovation projects make sense. From design to construction, our innovative team of experts offers turnkey solutions. By joining ANDRITZ Hydro Canada, you are contributing to the development of sustainable technology, a clean future, and the maintenance of a proud Canadian expertise. From water to wire – Be part of the movement!

Summary of the role

The Site HSE Officer is mobilised to one of our construction work site in Canada. The incumbent will support our teams in ensuring a safe work environment for all. They will be working as part of a site team of Site Manager, Supervisors, Quality Assurance Specialist and Administrator. The size of the team and the duration of the site varies depending on the project scope. The role is a mix of site office documentation of the work and, on-site work to ensure full compliance of projects. The following responsibilities form the core of this role:

1. Ensures fulfillment of HSE requirements at construction site, following health, safety, and environmental (HSE) plan in compliance with Company standards, customer requirements and Government regulations;
2. Supports Site Manager for HSE management and safety instructions implementation for our workers and partners;
3. Main local liaison with customer HSE organization and provincial regulatory agencies.

Principal duties for this role:

1. Prepares weekly and monthly statistics HSE reports;
2. Provides assistance in the implementation and update of the health, safety, and environmental plan;
3. Provides assistance in identification of risks and definition of control measures (through safe work procedure, Job Safety Analysis);
4. Carries out and records regular safety checks and safety inspections;
5. Provides assistance in Tool-box talks;
6. Coordinates safety committee;
7. Records and investigates accidents and incidents and performs Root Cause Analysis on HSE issues;
8. Coordinates health, safety, and environmental aspects of site activities;
9. Provides introduction training and site-specific health, safety, and environmental training;
10. Coordinates required safety training on site;
11. Coordinates First Aid rescue, First Aid responders, and Fire Protection programs;
12. Proposes immediate correction of a HSE deficiency, checks if HSE corrections from deficiency are effective;
13. Ensures OHSAS 18001, ISO 14001, and COR programs are maintained at site;
14. Supports execution of internal audits in construction sites and facilities and coordinates external audits;
15. Coordinates with Workers Compensation as required;
16. Collaborates with HSE Advisor for business update on HSE Management System.

Why do you fit the profile?

Successful teams share objectives, and they also share values! In addition to your strong skills and experience, we need someone with high motivation, a positive mindset, and a willingness to be part of a team. The ideal candidate should be willing to work in a complex, fast-paced environment, with evolving priorities. Result and solution-oriented candidates who follow through with ideas and commitments will perform well within ANDRITZ. As our projects have large scopes and often require years to be completed, your perseverance will be valued with us.

1. Minimum 3 years of experience in HSE management on a construction site or heavy industries;
2. University degree in Health and Safety or equivalent;
3. Knowledge of Provincial Construction Safety legislation;
4. Experience in dealing with unionized environment;
5. Experience working on construction sites (Hydro power plant – an asset);
6. Strong communication skills (spoken & written) at all levels of the organization;
7. Leadership skills, Team Player following Company common Goals;
8. Proven Auditor and Trainer skills;
9. Excellent problem-solving skills (root cause analysis expertise), sound judgment, initiative & creativity;
10. Willingness to travel and flexible with work schedule.

*** NIGHT SHIFT/ Schedule (21/7), 6 days a week. Carillon construction site. Accommodation in Lachute, close to the site.

What do we offer

• Life, disability, dental and extended health insurance;
• Pension plan;
• Hybrid work mode;
• Profit-sharing program;
• Employee assistance program;
• Employee individualized training and career plan.

Did you know?

• ANDRITZ Hydro is:

1. Over 170 years of experience in turbine design
2. Over 471,000 MW of installed and upgraded capacity
3. Over 32,000 turbine units delivered
4. Over 125 years in electrical engineering
5. 65 representative offices worldwide
6. More than 7000 employees worldwide including 310 in Quebec
7. Over 50 Compact Hydro units per year
8. A complete range of designs up to 800 MW
9. 20 manufacturing sites worldwide
10. 10 test beds worldwide

* Legal work status in Canada required.