Health & Safety Specialist

Company Description

Terrapex is a Canadian, employee-owned company providing specialized consulting services in environmental, geotechnical, hydrogeological, and health and safety fields across Ontario. With offices in Toronto, Ottawa, Hamilton, and the Durham Region (Oshawa), our multidisciplinary team of engineers and scientists deliver expert, practical solutions.

Built on our core values of integrity, technical excellence, respect, personal service, and a practical approach, Terrapex has grown steadily since 1995. Our diverse and dedicated team takes pride in a reputation for quality work and lasting client relationships.

Why Join Terrapex?

We value our people and invest in their success. Employees enjoy:

Extended Health & Dental Benefits

LTD, Life and AD&D Insurance

Company Group RRSP Match

Health Care Spending Account

Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and Wellness Initiatives

Generous Personal Time Off

Memberships in Professional Societies

Support for Professional Designations

Bonus Opportunities

Flexible Work Arrangements

The Opportunity – Environmental Health & Safety Specialist

We are seeking an Environmental Health & Safety Specialist to join our Environmental Health & Safety team. This role is ideal for a professional who thrives in dynamic environments and is passionate about supporting our clients by managing complex environmental and safety programs and collaborating closely with them. This role offers a salary range of $55,000–$80,000 per year, depending on qualifications and experience.

Position Highlights:

Minimum 5 years of Environmental Health & Safety experience

Construction industry experience required

Strong working knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA) and applicable regulations

Advanced Excel skills (tracking, registers, reporting, data analysis)

Experience supporting and leading client audits, inspections, and compliance reviews

Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage compliance documentation and registers

What You’ll Do

Perform monthly environmental audits and inspections related to waste, wastewater, stormwater, and hazardous materials

Conduct regular health and safety walkthroughs and audits on a bi-weekly, weekly, and monthly basis

Complete environmental permitting applications for submission to regulatory agencies

Assess process areas for environmental regulatory applicability and compliance

Develop corrective actions, documentation, and follow-up tracking

Develop and maintain EHS policies, training materials, and written procedures

Prepare risk assessments and safe operating procedures for equipment and chemical use, including PPE hazard assessments

Maintain site equipment and chemical inventory records

Host and participate in monthly safety committee meetings

Support emergency planning and business continuity initiatives in collaboration with Facilities and Risk Management teams

Review new research, automated, and installed equipment, including equipment moves, lifts, installations, and commissioning

Participate in staff and project meetings as required

Provide regular project updates and communicate compliance requirements and safety expectations to stakeholders

Assist with incident investigations and the development and communication of corrective actions

What We’re Looking For

University degree or college diploma in Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Science, Engineering, Industrial Hygiene, or a related discipline

Deep understanding of the Occupational Health and Safety Act, Construction Regulation, Industrial Establishments Regulation, and related legislation

In-depth knowledge of construction site safety, including high-risk activities such as electrical work, excavation, fall protection, crane operations, and material handling

Knowledge of Health & Safety regulations in other Canadian provinces is considered an asset, but not required

Familiarity with NFPA, MTO, MECP, and other applicable regulatory bodies

Additional certifications such as OSHA 10/30, HAZWOPER (24- or 40-hour) considered an asset

Valid Class G driver’s license

Strong communicator with a collaborative, problem-solving mindset

Proficient in Excel and EHS documentation systems

Highly organized with excellent attention to detail

Confident working in construction and multi-employer environments

Comfortable leading audits and engaging with clients

Able to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines

Our Commitment to Health, Safety, and Inclusion

The health and safety of our employees, clients, and communities is a top priority. All staff are expected to follow Terrapex’s Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) policies and applicable client requirements. Safety-sensitive roles may require candidates to perform essential physical tasks and work in varied conditions, including remote sites or inclement weather, within safe limits.

While we appreciate the interest of all applicants, only those candidates who have been selected for an interview will be contacted. We do not use AI-based tools for screening, assessing, or selecting candidates. All applications are reviewed by a member of our human recruitment team.

Terrapex is committed to providing a diverse and barrier‑free work environment in concert with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act and the Ontario Human Rights Code.
As such, Terrapex will make accommodations available to applicants upon request during the recruitment process.

Disclaimer:  Unsolicited referrals and/or resumes submitted from vendors, including recruiting, search and staffing agencies in the absence of a signed recruitment agreement shall not be considered binding and will become the independent property of Terrapex.