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Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Overview
The HSE Advisor will assist the Regional HSE Manager in the development, implementation, and ongoing maintenance of health, safety, and environmental (HSE) programs and initiatives across the Ontario, Canada Region. The primary focus of this role will be to support projects and office locations throughout Ontario. Additionally, the HSE Advisor will be responsible for ensuring adherence to the AtkinsRéalis HSE management system and all relevant HSE legislation. This position offers an excellent opportunity to contribute to a leading organization, explore new professional challenges, and deliver outstanding results for our clients.
This HSE Advisor role will report to the Regional HSE Manager. This position offers an excellent opportunity to contribute to a leading organization, explore new professional challenges, and deliver outstanding results for our clients.
Your role
- Define and establish HSE requirements in collaboration with the Regional HSE Manager.
- Support the HSE Manager in the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of HSE programs across the Ontario-Canada Region.
- Participate in the development of specific HSE procedures, programs and manuals.
- Provide HSE advisory to BU/Project leaders, as well as coaching and mentoring employees for the appropriate use of HSE program tools.
- Support HSE planning and execution, including developing and/or revising HSE plans in accordance with AtkinsRéalis and client requirements, legal obligations through site visits.
- Develop and review Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs), Safe Work Procedures, and Practices.
- Develop and lead toolbox talks on high risks activities (e.g., electrical hazards, human-machine interface) and/or relevant safety activities.
- Ensure compliance with applicable regulations by conducting HSE inspections and assurance activities, providing recommendations, corrective actions, and ensuring their follow-up to monitor AtkinsRealis HSE performance.
- Maintain knowledge of relevant standards, codes, and environmental requirements.
- Monitor and evaluate subcontractors' prevention programs and procedures to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Act as a HSE focal point for key clients, ensuring clear communication, alignment with client expectations, and proactive issue resolution.
- Deliver HSE orientations, HSE inductions, and training for project staff and its contractors.
- Management of the training program, including orientation training for new workers, coordination of internal/external training, and development of new training materials.
- Lead or support incident investigations and support event management processes, including root cause analysis and development of corrective and preventive actions and support in case management.
- Provide sound guidance on the interpretation and scope of federal and provincial occupational health and safety and environmental legislation and regulations.
- Train all project staff and its sub-contractors to perform site observations and record them on EcoOnline (AtkinsRealis Cloud database), report to client and site prime contractors.
- Maintain accurate records and reports related to HSE activities, incidents, and performance metrics.
- Provide HSE support for regional offices and facilities management, which may include maintaining an inventory of PPE and HSE supplies, office compliance with fire code and first aid requirements; and supporting joint health and safety committees.
- Supporting Joint Health and Safety Committees functions across the region.
- Analyze incident trends and recommend corrective/preventive actions.
- Stay current with Industry best practices, regulatory changes, and emerging HSE trends.
Location
Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Job Type
Full time
Ref
R-157217
Salary range
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About you
- Certificate/Diploma and/or degree in Occupational Health and Safety, Environmental Science, or a related field.
- Professional certifications such as CRSP, NCSO, or equivalent are considered a strong asset.
- Certification in HSE auditing systems such as ISO/COR are considered an asset.
- Minimum of 5-7 years of experience in an HSE role, preferably within engineering, construction, utility, and/or industrial sectors.
- Experience implementing and maintaining HSE management systems while identifying opportunities for continuous improvement.
- Strong knowledge of applicable HSE provincial and federal legislation.
- Demonstrated understanding of internal and external HSE auditing processes, including audit planning, execution, and follow-up.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively across multidisciplinary teams.
- Proven ability to conduct thorough incident investigations, including root cause analysis and development of corrective actions.
- Proficiency in MS Office (e.g. Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Sharepoint etc.), with the ability to create reports, presentations, and data analysis tools.
- Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
- A self-starter/solution-focused individual with excellent communication, organizational, time-management, and problem-solving skills.
- Valid driver's license and travel to regional offices and project sites is required.
Why choose AtkinsRéalis?
Wherever you are in your career – and whoever you are – AtkinsRéalis is for you. Here, support and collaboration are a vibrant part of a culture that lets you choose where – and how far – your career can go. Take on projects that push boundaries and drive sustainable impact, surrounded by colleagues who believe there's no limit to how brilliant you can be. It's time to join a like-minded team where you'll be rewarded, supported, and free to be your kind of brilliant.
Rewards & benefits
Explore the rewards and benefits that help you thrive – at every stage of your life and your career at AtkinsRéalis in Canada.
Enjoy competitive compensation, employee recognition, and a brilliant range of flexible benefits you can tailor to your health, wellbeing, financial and lifestyle needs.
Make the most of diverse opportunities for training and professional development to grow your skills and expertise.
And take advantage of our hybrid working culture and generous time-off policies to balance a fulfilling career with your personal life.
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About AtkinsRéalis
We're AtkinsRéalis, a world-class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world's'infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world. We're committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people.
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