HSE Specialist Job Edmonton area,Alberta Canada,Engineering

HSE Specialist

Date:
Dec 7, 2025

Location:

Edmonton, AB, CA

Company Overview

Imagine Everything. Build the Future with Hexion.

At Hexion, we push boundaries, rethink possibilities, and create real impact. We activate science to deliver progress—developing breakthrough solutions that strengthen industries, protect communities, and drive a more sustainable future.

This is where bold thinkers, problem-solvers, and innovators come together to shape what’s next. Whether you're engineering advanced materials, transforming manufacturing technologies, or leading strategic innovation, your ideas and actions leave a lasting mark. We cultivate an inclusive culture of growth, collaboration, and accountability, ensuring every contribution propels us forward.

We don’t follow the status quo—we challenge it, disrupt it, and improve it.
Every role at Hexion is part of something bigger.

We invest in innovation, sustainability, and continuous development—equipping you with the tools, training, and opportunities to excel.
With an unwavering commitment to safety, partnership, belonging, and impact, we empower you to lead change and strengthen industries worldwide.

Your Future Starts Here.

If you’re ready to push limits, reimagine what’s possible, and create the extraordinary, Hexion is where you belong.

Anything is possible when you imagine everything.

Position Overview

The HSE Specialist plays a critical role for ensuring compliance with environmental, health, and safety regulations in a chemical manufacturing environment. This role supports the development and implementation of HSE programs, promotes a culture of safety, and ensures operations aligned with provincial and federal standards.

Job Responsibilities

Risk Assessment & Hazard Identification

During daily inspections, conduct regular risk assessments and hazard analyses specific to chemical processes and operations

Identify potential exposure to toxic substances, fire risks, and equipment-related hazards.

Supporting the Process Safety Management team

Permit-to-Work Systems:
Ensure safe execution of high-risk tasks like confined space entry or hot work.

Behavioral Safety:
Promote safe behaviors through coaching and observation programs.

Regulatory Compliance

Manage environmental testing, monitoring and sampling.

Prepare and submit environmental reports (e.g., NPRI, GHG, annual approval report).

Responsible for implementation of environmental approval; maintain documentation and liaise with regulatory agencies.

Responsible for environmental training and promoting environmental awareness across the site.

Ensure adherence to local, provincial, and federal safety and environmental regulations.

Maintain up-to-date knowledge of evolving legislation and standards.

Incident Investigation & Reporting

Lead investigations into accidents, near misses, and unsafe conditions.

Document findings, determine root causes, and recommend corrective actions.

Safety Training & Awareness

Develop and deliver training programs on chemical handling, PPE usage, emergency response, and safe work practices.

Oversee safety inductions for new employees and contractors.

Emergency Preparedness

Create and test emergency response plans for chemical spills, fires, and explosions.

Coordinate drills and ensure readiness of first aid and firefighting equipment.

Environmental Monitoring

Monitor air and water quality, waste disposal, and emissions.

Work with vendors on improving waste management & reduction.

Safety Audits & Inspections

Perform routine inspections of equipment, storage areas, and work practices.

Ensure proper labeling, containment, and handling of hazardous materials.

Policy Development & Implementation

Draft and update HSE policies tailored to chemical plant operations.

Collaborate with management to embed safety culture across departments.

Contractor & Stakeholder Management

Review contractor HSE plans and ensure compliance during site activities.

Liaise with external agencies and internal teams to align safety goals.

Data Analysis & Reporting

Track safety performance metrics and trends.

Prepare reports for senior management and regulatory bodies.

Minimum Qualifications

Educational Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Occupational…


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