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Human Resources Director
SiteTalent
Kamloops, BC
- $150,000 to $175,000 CAD / year
- Full-time
…small HR team, own the people strategy, and be the trusted advisor on everything from collective bargaining to…
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Health & Safety Advisor (OHS)
Congebec
Mississauga, ON
- $80,000 to $95,000 CAD / year
- Full-time
Degree, diploma, or certification in Occupational Health & Safety (OHS), Human Resources, Health, Safety and Environment (HSE), or a related field.
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Indigenous Relations Advisor
WSP
AB · Edmonton, AB
As an Indigenous Relations Advisor, you will support the implementation of WSP Canada’s Indigenous Relations Strategy and Indigenous Reconciliation Action Plan (IRAP), working closely with…
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HS&E Field Advisor
Ledcor
Calgary, AB · Edmonton, AB · Fort McMurray, AB
- Full-time
Must hold a CRSP, Certificate or Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety, or NCSO designation · Must have and maintain a valid provincial driver’s license and driver's abstract
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Finance Business Partner (12-Month Contract)
WSP in Canada
Brossard, QC
- Contract
Reporting to the Director, Financial Planning and Analysis; the Finance Business Partner will serve as a trusted advisor to business and finance leaders across WSP.
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Finance Business Partner (12-Month Contract)
WSP in Canada
Montreal, QC
- Contract
Reporting to the Director, Financial Planning and Analysis; the Finance Business Partner will serve as a trusted advisor to business and finance leaders across WSP.
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Finance Business Partner (12-Month Contract)
WSP in Canada
Laval, QC
- Contract
Reporting to the Director, Financial Planning and Analysis; the Finance Business Partner will serve as a trusted advisor to business and finance leaders across WSP.
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Finance Business Partner (12-Month Contract)
WSP
Montreal, QC
Reporting to the Director, Financial Planning and Analysis; the Finance Business Partner will serve as a trusted advisor to business and finance leaders across WSP.
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Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) Advisor
Green Infrastructure Partners
Markham, ON · Headquarters, Markham, ON
- Full-time
Reporting to the Director HSE, the HSE Advisor will work alongside the national health and safety team and local operations. The HSE Advisor will emphasize firsthand engagement and direct…
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Health Safety Environment Advisor
Align Energy Services
Brooks, AB
- Full-time
Must have a valid class 5 driver’s license
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Health, Safety and Environment Specialist***Spécialiste, santé, sécurité, et environnement
Aliaxis
AB · CA - Edmonton - Distribution
- Full-time
Support Joint Health and Safety Committee activities and act as a trusted advisor to site teams on HSE best practices and compliance requirements.
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Health, Safety and Environment Specialist***Spécialiste, santé, sécurité, et environnement
IPEX Group
Edmonton, AB · CA - Edmonton - Distribution
- Full-time
Support Joint Health and Safety Committee activities and act as a trusted advisor to site teams on HSE best practices and compliance requirements.
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Health Safety Environment Advisor
Torus Talent
Prince George, BC
- $115,000 to $120,000 CAD / year
- Full-time
…company to recruit an experienced Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) Field Advisor for a major gold mine expansion project in Northern British…
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Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) Advisor (26:168A)
Northern Lights College
Dawson Creek, BC
- Internship
The HSE Advisor will liaise with WorksafeBC officers on behalf of the College by accompanying the officers for an inspection on the College premises, communicating on behalf of the College,…
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Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) Advisor
Black & McDonald Limited
Calgary, AB
- Full-time
This is an intermediate HSE role and will report directly to the Provincial Health, Safety & Environmental Manager based out of Calgary. As the HSE Advisor in the Calgary office, you will…
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Health, Safety and Environment (HSE Advisor)
Dexterra Group
Vancouver, BC
- Full-time
Reporting to the Sr. Manager, HSE, the HSE Advisor will mainly support Dexterra's Transit Operations portfolio and will be responsible for providing leadership, guidance, and technical…
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Health and Safety Advisor
CapWest Build
Coquitlam, BC · United Blvd Coquitlam
- Full-time
Cap West Group of Companies is seeking a Health & Safety Advisor to provide day-to-day HSE support at an assigned construction project within the Lower Mainland.
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Health, Safety and Environment (HSE Advisor)
Dexterra
Vancouver, BC
- $75,000 to $85,000 CAD / year
- Full-time
Reporting to the Sr. Manager, HSE, the HSE Advisor will mainly support Dexterra's Transit Operations portfolio and will be responsible for providing leadership, guidance, and technical…
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Health, Safety and Environment (HSE Advisor)
Dexterra
Vancouver, BC
- Full-time
Reporting to the Sr. Manager, HSE, the HSE Advisor will mainly support Dexterra's Transit Operations portfolio and will be responsible for providing leadership, guidance, and technical…
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Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) Advisor
Green Infrastructure Partners
Markham, ON · Headquarters, Markham, ON
- Full-time
Reporting to the Director HSE, the Health Safety & Environment (HSE) Advisor will work alongside the national health and safety team and local operations. The HSE Advisor will emphasize…
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Health and Safety Advisor - Jobsites
Canam
Mississauga, ON
- Contract
As Health and Safety Advisor - Jobsite, you are primarily responsible for managing the health and safety prevention component of the worksites assigned to you. You will support and advise…
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Health and Safety Advisor - Jobsites
Canam
Mississauga, ON
- $35 to $40 CAD / hour
- Contract
As Health and Safety Advisor - Jobsite, you are primarily responsible for managing the health and safety prevention component of the worksites assigned to you. You will support and advise…
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Director of Health, Safety & Environment
Clutch
Mississauga, ON
- Full-time
Reporting to the CEO, you will be the senior HSE authority for the business and a trusted advisor to the executive team. You will lead the implementation of a Safety Management System,…
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Director of Health, Safety & Environment
Clutch Technologies Inc.
Mississauga, ON
Reporting to the CEO, you will be the senior HSE authority for the business and a trusted advisor to the executive team. You will lead the implementation of a Safety Management System,…
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Safety and Environment (HSE) Specialist
Rio Tinto
Vancouver, BC · Thunder Bay, ON
- Full-time
We are looking for a field Health, Safety and Environment (HSE) Specialist to help Rio Tinto Exploration Canada (RTX) strengthen safe, responsible and compliant exploration activities…

Modern Niagara

Director, Health, Safety & Environment - Programs & Compliance

Hamilton, ON, L8W 2Y6, Canada
Vaughan, ON, L4H 4S6, Canada

Full-time

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Job details

Job type: Full-time
Experience: 10+ years progressive Health, Safety and Environmental leadership experience, including at least 5 years in a senior management or director-level capacity.
Posting language: English
Posted: Oct 23, 2026

Original job description

The Director, Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) Programs & Compliance provides strategic leadership and oversight of the organization's HSE management system, regulatory compliance programs, and continuous improvement initiatives across all business operations within Canada.

Reporting to the Vice President, HSE, the Director is responsible for developing, implementing, and governing corporate HSE standards, policies, programs, and performance metrics that support operational excellence, legal compliance, and a strong safety culture. This role leads the organization's Certificate of Recognition (COR®) program, claims management processes, compliance auditing framework, training strategy, and enterprise HSE management systems.

The Director partners closely with business leaders, operations teams, project management, and external stakeholders to ensure health, safety, and environment, are effectively managed while driving measurable improvements in organizational performance.

The successful candidate will be a strategic, results-oriented leader with extensive experience in construction, infrastructure, industrial, or heavy civil operations and a demonstrated ability to influence organizational culture, lead high-performing teams, and manage complex compliance programs.

Duties and Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership & HSE Governance

Lead the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of the company's Health, Safety and Environmental Management System.
Establish corporate HSE strategies, objectives, performance indicators, and annual improvement plans aligned with organizational goals.
Provide leadership, mentorship, and technical guidance to HSE Managers, Specialists, Coordinators, and operational leadership teams.
Develop and maintain corporate HSE policies, standards, procedures, and best practices to ensure compliance and operational consistency.
Serve as a trusted advisor on HSE risks, regulatory developments, and emerging industry trends.
Support integration, due diligence activities, and organizational change initiatives from an HSE perspective.

Regulatory Compliance & Risk Management

Ensure compliance with all applicable provincial, federal, and municipal health, safety, environmental regulations.
Provide strategic oversight of the company's COR® program, including audit readiness, certification maintenance, continuous improvement initiatives, and stakeholder engagement.
Direct internal compliance audits, management system reviews, field inspections, and regulatory assessments.
Lead investigations involving significant incidents, injuries, environmental events, regulatory violations, and high-potential near misses.
Develop corrective action programs and verify effective implementation across the organization.

HSE Systems & Operational Excellence

Lead and optimize the organization's electronic HSE management system, including data governance, reporting, analytics, and user adoption.
Monitor and analyze leading and lagging performance indicators to identify trends, risks, and opportunities for improvement.
Develop executive-level dashboards, scorecards, and performance reports for senior leadership and business operations.
Champion continuous improvement initiatives that enhance employee engagement, hazard identification, risk reduction, and operational performance.
Establish standards for field inspections, observations, audits, and corrective action management.

Training, Culture & Engagement

Develop and oversee the organization's HSE training strategy, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and business needs.
Lead the design and implementation of onboarding, orientation, competency verification, and leadership development programs.
Promote a proactive safety culture through employee engagement, communication strategies, recognition programs, and leadership accountability.
Collaborate with operational leaders to strengthen workforce participation in health, safety, and environmental initiatives.

Claims Management & Return to Work

Provide oversight and governance of workplace injury claims management and return-to-work processes.
Monitor claims performance, costs, and trends while ensuring compliance with all provincial compensation requirements and internal standards.
Partner with People and Culture and operational leadership to reduce injury duration and improve return-to-work outcomes.

Stakeholder Management

Serve as the primary corporate liaison with regulatory agencies, industry associations, external auditors, and clients on HSE matters.
Build and maintain effective working relationships with regulatory bodies across Canada.
Represent the organization in client prequalification processes, audits, industry working groups, and external HSE forums.

Must Haves:

Bachelor's degree in Occupational Health and Safety, Environmental Science, Engineering, Industrial Hygiene, Risk Management, or a related discipline.
10+ years progressive Health, Safety and Environmental leadership experience, including at least 5 years in a senior management or director-level capacity.
Experience within construction, infrastructure, utilities, transportation, industrial, manufacturing, or heavy civil environments.
Demonstrated success leading COR® certification programs, management systems, regulatory compliance initiatives, and enterprise HSE strategies.
Proven experience managing HSE teams across multiple locations and operational divisions
Extensive knowledge of provincial occupational health and safety legislation, environmental regulations, and transportation compliance requirements.
Strong understanding of COR®, ISO 45001, ISO 14001, risk management systems, and auditing methodologies.
Experience with HSE management software platforms.
Exceptional leadership, communication, stakeholder management, and change management skills.
Strong analytical and business acumen with the ability to leverage data to drive decision-making.
Demonstrated ability to influence leaders at all levels of the organization.
Strong project management and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Professional designation such as CRSP, CRST, CHSC, CSP, or equivalent is strongly preferred.

Competitive total compensation package, commensurate with experience

Modern Niagara offers a competitive total compensation package including:

Defined Contribution Pension Plan with a generous employer contribution 
Flexible Health and Dental benefits with tiered options to meet the needs of you and your family 
An annual health spending account to support your overall wellness 
24/7 confidential support through our Employee and Family Assistance Program with access to comprehensive resources and professional services 
A competitive vacation package with additional vacation granted throughout your tenure with the organization. 
Employer Paid Parental Leave Top Up 
Annual Community Day is dedicated to volunteering and giving back to the communities where we live and work 
Corporate Discounts through various vendors across Canada for programs such as fitness, mobile phones, travel, home and auto insurance and many others

Here at Modern Niagara, because we know our people are the best in the industry, we pride ourselves on providing a total compensation package that rewards employees for their hard work and supports employees and their families in their overall wellbeing.

About Modern Niagara

Who We Are

Modern Niagara helps building owners, managers, and general contractors meet the mechanical, and electrical needs of their buildings across Vancouver, Calgary, Edmonton, Toronto, Southwestern Ontario, and Ottawa. We are committed to having a positive and meaningful impact on Canada’s infrastructure - and on the communities where we live, learn, work, and heal. We build for life.

Our Culture & Values

We value passion, initiative, determination, professionalism, and teamwork. Health and safety are embedded in everything we do, and our award-winning safety culture consistently performs well above industry standards.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion at Modern Niagara

We are committed to building a diverse, equitable, and inclusive organization where everyone has access to opportunity, feels a sense of belonging, and can thrive. We actively work to remove barriers faced by members of equity-seeking groups (including women, Indigenous, Black, racialized, 2SLGBTQIA+ people, people with disabilities, and newcomers to Canada) in the construction industry. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds and lived experiences and are committed to a barrier-free hiring process. If you require accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process, please contact us at careers@modernniagara.com so we can make appropriate arrangements.

We appreciate every applicant’s interest in joining Modern Niagara. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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Responsibilities

The Director provides strategic leadership and oversight of the organization's HSE management system, regulatory compliance, and continuous improvement initiatives. They are responsible for governing corporate HSE standards, managing claims, and driving a strong safety culture across all business operations.

Requirements

Candidates must have a bachelor's degree in a relevant field and over 10 years of progressive HSE leadership experience, including at least 5 years in a senior management capacity. Proven expertise in construction or industrial environments, COR certification, and regulatory compliance is required.

Skills

Strategic leadership
HSE management systems
Regulatory compliance
Risk management
COR certification
Claims management
Auditing
Change management
Data analytics
Team mentorship
Incident investigation
Stakeholder management
Project management
Business acumen
Training strategy

Benefits

Flexible Health and Dental benefits
Annual health spending account
Employee and Family Assistance Program
Vacation package
Employer Paid Parental Leave Top Up
Annual Community Day
Corporate Discounts

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Keywords

HSE
Health and Safety
Environmental Science
Engineering
Industrial Hygiene
Risk Management
COR
ISO 45001
ISO 14001
Regulatory Compliance
Auditing
Claims Management
Return to Work
Construction
Infrastructure
Industrial
Heavy Civil
CRSP
CRST
CHSC
CSP
Data Governance
Performance Metrics
Change Management
Stakeholder Management
Incident Investigation
Training Strategy
Operational Excellence
Management Systems
Leadership

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