HSE Manager

Company Description:

Launched in 1998 with nothing more than a used Caterpillar dozer and an entrepreneurial spirit, Bouchier has grown to be a leading provider of integrated site services to the Athabasca Oil Sands region.

From our head office in Fort McKay, Alberta, the company now employs more than 1200 dedicated team members and commands a fleet of over 425 pieces of equipment. 

With a strong belief in doing the right things in the right way, Bouchier is now one of the largest companies owned and operated by Indigenous peoples in the area providing contracting, construction, and general site services. 

Position Summary: 

Position:        HSE Manager

Type:              Full-time

Location:       Head Office - On Site

Compensation Details:

Vacation pay at 6% - paid out bi-weekly upon start date

Health & Dental and Long-Term Disability Benefits– eligible after 3 months of continuous service

RPP (Registered Pension Plan) with company matching.

Employer paid Employee Assistance Program

Other Incentives:

Progression and development opportunities

Safety Recognition

Years of Service Recognition – Annual

Company support for recertification of required tickets

Bouchier welcome gift and company swag

Overtime available but not guaranteed

Accommodations provided – Available dependent upon role/site

Flights from Edmonton/Calgary hub – Available dependent upon role and work location

Role Summary:  

The HSE/Safety Manager works closely with multi-disciplined teams to provide HSE related services and direction to the team to continuously improve Bouchier’s HSE performance. The HSE/Safety Manager has direct oversight of front-line safety personnel on various contracted worksites within the Bouchier Group to include coaching, mentoring, providing direction and performance management.  He/she assists in department business planning and management to ensure best practices, policies and standards are integrated into day-to-day activities of our entire workforce. 

Primary Responsibilities: 

Championing compliance with Health and Safety standards and legal regulations

Support in the development, implementation and analysis of health and safety reporting systems

Provide technical assistance during incident investigations to identify root causes of incidents; monitor follow-up actions to ensure they are completed in a timely manner and share outcomes with the organization

Provide strategic safety expertise within safety and operations

Benchmark HSE statistics and assist with WCB Case Management

Provide subject matter expertise and coaching to operations and other safety team members

Respond to diverse/complex queries on a broad range of safety-related topics

Work with senior leaders, operations managers and the safety team to instill engagement ensuring effective field delivery and understanding of safety standards, programs and safety communication

Developing creative ways to ensure the organization’s safety culture is improved

Assist, as a subject matter expert, in the development of training programs to develop the skills of personnel in HSE related matters

Assist in the development of SMART annual safety performance objectives and targets, and provide stewardship to such, on a regular basis

Formulate training and educational materials to create a safe environment for employees

Review and update policies, procedures and work practices on an ongoing basis, and verify compliance with health and safety regulations

Remain current of all HSE related legislation

Train employees on best practices to ensure safety while completing day to day work

Engage in safety observations and carry out incident investigations and risk assessments

Respond to diverse/complex queries on a broad range of safety-related topics

Coordinate safety meetings

Other duties as assigned

Education & Experience:

Post-secondary education in Occupational Health and Safety

NCSO certification

CRSP designation an asset

5 –10 years' experience directly related to safety, in field of upstream oil and gas, oil sands, or heavy construction industries

Valid Class 5 Driver’s License with clean abstract

Above average communication, facilitation and presentation skills

Demonstrated knowledge of WCB claims managements systems and modified work programs

Ability to work and interact with people from diverse backgrounds is a must

Ability to identify problems/issues, and generate new solutions to complex problems

Strong computer skills, with advanced use of Excel and Word

Extensive knowledge of all relevant OH&S regulations and safety codes, and exceptional ability to interpret and communicate them

Must be self-motivated with excellent organization skills

CSO (Common Safety Orientation) certificate is required

WHMIS 2015

All applicants must have the ability to speak, read and write fluently in English

Application Instructions:

Please apply to this posting with your cover letter and resume inclusive of your safety tickets and drivers abstract.

APPLICATION DEADLINE: Until suitable candidate is found. Typically, our postings stay open for 2 weeks. 

Please apply online: Via: bouchier.ca/careers  

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The Bouchier Group would like to thank all applicants who apply to our postings. Please note that only those selected for interviews will be contacted directly. No phone calls please.