HSE Specialist
- Bromont, QC, Canada
Full-time
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Job details
- Job type
- Full-time
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- Experience
- Minimum of 3 to 5 years of relevant occupational health and safety experience in a distribution and/or industrial environment.
- Posting language
- English
- Posted
Original job description
At ABB, we help industries run leaner and cleaner - and every person here makes that happen. You’ll be empowered to lead, supported to grow, and proud of the impact we create together. Join us and help run what runs the world.
Reporting to the HSE (Health, Safety and Environment) Manager, you will be responsible for promoting occupational health and safety in order to create a healthy and safe work environment for all employees, suppliers, customers, and visitors. The incumbent will support internal teams in implementing preventive measures necessary for the effective operation of the ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 management systems. They will also ensure that all applicable laws, regulations, and standards are understood and followed during activities at the Bromont Distribution Center.
The successful candidate will provide HSE expertise and leadership to continuously improve site performance and employee engagement. You must act as a change agent in fostering a culture of “Zero Accidents by Choice.”
This position contributes to ABB Canada’s ELIP division and is based in Bromont.
The work model is 100% on-site.
Responsibilities
Employment Equity & Inclusion Statement (Canada)
ABB values the dedication, commitment, and expertise of all our employees. As an Employment Equity Employer, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. We actively support the principles of the Employment Equity Act and strive to build a workforce that reflects Canada’s diversity, including:
Reporting to the HSE (Health, Safety and Environment) Manager, you will be responsible for promoting occupational health and safety in order to create a healthy and safe work environment for all employees, suppliers, customers, and visitors. The incumbent will support internal teams in implementing preventive measures necessary for the effective operation of the ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 management systems. They will also ensure that all applicable laws, regulations, and standards are understood and followed during activities at the Bromont Distribution Center.
The successful candidate will provide HSE expertise and leadership to continuously improve site performance and employee engagement. You must act as a change agent in fostering a culture of “Zero Accidents by Choice.”
This position contributes to ABB Canada’s ELIP division and is based in Bromont.
The work model is 100% on-site.
Responsibilities
- Lead the implementation and promotion of the health and safety culture.
- Act as a support resource and coach for employees and managers regarding occupational health, safety, and environmental management.
- Encourage a proactive attitude toward HSE.
- Promote and coordinate prevention activities (corporate programs, risk assessments).
- Participate in accident and incident investigations, prepare reports, ensure appropriate follow-up, identify root causes, and verify that suitable corrective and preventive measures are implemented.
- Develop and identify relevant training activities and needs, and design or deliver various training programs.
- Take a proactive role in deploying and implementing internal HSE programs.
- Participate in the implementation and monitoring of the Health, Safety, and Environmental Management System (ABB Way).
- Prepare for and participate in internal and external audits (ISO 45001, ISO 14001, government agencies, and insurance partners), including serving as an internal auditor.
- Maintain documentation related to the management system in collaboration with program owners.
- Facilitate and coordinate HSE meetings and activities.
- Promote teamwork within the HSE team.
- Participate in and collaborate on the development and implementation of corporate policies and standards with the corporate team.
- Analyze workplace risks such as air quality, noise levels, lighting, thermal stress, and other occupational hazards.
- Prepare and report statistical data in the appropriate databases.
- College diploma in environmental studies, industrial hygiene, occupational health and safety, a certificate in occupational health and safety, or another relevant discipline.
- Minimum of 3 to 5 years of relevant occupational health and safety experience in a distribution and/or industrial environment.
- Ability to act as a change agent through informal influence.
- Proactive approach.
- Experience working with HSE management systems, including ISO 45001 and ISO 14001.
- Knowledge of applicable occupational health and safety laws, regulations, and standards.
- Strong focus on workplace behavioral safety systems.
- Knowledge of manufacturing risks, including machine safety, lockout/tagout, working at heights, ergonomics, etc.
- Strong strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities.
- Self-motivated, able to manage priorities, results-oriented, and capable of analytical synthesis.
- Leadership skills.
- Team-oriented with a positive and collaborative attitude.
- Strong customer service orientation.
- Excellent French and intermediate English proficiency.
- Excellent interpersonal and relationship-building skills.
Employment Equity & Inclusion Statement (Canada)
ABB values the dedication, commitment, and expertise of all our employees. As an Employment Equity Employer, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. We actively support the principles of the Employment Equity Act and strive to build a workforce that reflects Canada’s diversity, including:
- Women
- Indigenous Peoples
- Members of visible minorities
- Persons with disabilities
More about this job
Responsibilities
Lead and promote the site’s health, safety, and environmental culture, supporting employees and managers through prevention programs, risk assessments, training, and HSE guidance. Investigate incidents, implement corrective actions, maintain the management system, coordinate audits and meetings, assess workplace hazards, and report HSE performance data.
Requirements
Requires a relevant college diploma or occupational health and safety certificate, along with 3–5 years of relevant experience in a distribution or industrial environment. Candidates should have experience with ISO 45001 and ISO 14001 systems, knowledge of applicable regulations and industrial hazards, strong leadership and problem-solving skills, and excellent French with intermediate English.
Skills
- Occupational Health And Safety
- Environmental Management
- HSE Management Systems
- ISO 45001
- ISO 14001
- Risk Assessment
- Accident Investigation
- Root Cause Analysis
- Corrective And Preventive Actions
- HSE Training
- Internal Auditing
- Regulatory Compliance
- Machine Safety
- Lockout/Tagout
- Working At Heights
- Ergonomics
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Categories
- Security & Safety
- Environmental & Sustainability
- Manufacturing
- Logistics
Keywords
- Health, Safety And Environment
- Occupational Health And Safety
- Environmental Management
- ISO 45001
- ISO 14001
- ABB Way
- HSE Management System
- Risk Assessment
- Accident Investigation
- Incident Investigation
- Root Cause Analysis
- Corrective And Preventive Actions
- Internal Audits
- External Audits
- Regulatory Compliance
- Workplace Behavioral Safety
- Machine Safety
- Lockout/Tagout
- Working At Heights
- Ergonomics
- Air Quality
- Noise Levels
- Lighting
- Thermal Stress
- Employee Training
- Distribution Center
- Industrial Hygiene
- Occupational Hazards