HSE Manager

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The HSE Manager is responsible for implementing and supporting Geochemistry Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) programs across an assigned region. Working closely with operations leadership and North America HSE Management, the role ensures HSE programs, standards, and procedures are consistently applied, regulatory requirements are met, and risks are effectively managed. The HSE Manager acts as a field-based partner to operational leaders, providing guidance, coaching, audits, investigations, and practical support to address regional HSE challenges while promoting a strong safety culture.

• Implement Global and North American HSE programs, standards, procedures, and initiatives throughout the region.
• Adapt and execute approved HSE programs to address regional operational requirements and risks.
• Support site leaders in applying HSE requirements consistently across all locations.
• Ensure regional compliance with corporate HSE expectations and performance standards.
• Lead regional HSE improvement initiatives and risk reduction projects that enhance process effectiveness, operational controls, and overall HSE performance.
• Coordinate and facilitate HSE Management Reviews to evaluate system effectiveness, compliance performance, and continuous improvement opportunities.

Serve as the primary HSE resource for regional operations leadership. Work directly with managers and supervisors to identify hazards and implement corrective actions. Support sites during operational changes, new equipment installations, facility expansions, and process modifications. Provide practical solutions to regional HSE challenges.

Conduct site inspections, audits, and workplace assessments. Monitor compliance with applicable occupational health, safety, environmental, and transportation regulations. Ensure corrective actions are completed and documented. Support regulatory inspections and agency interactions as required. Monitor compliance trends and proactively identify areas requiring corrective or preventive actions.

Lead or support investigations of incidents, injuries, near misses, and environmental occurrences. Conduct root cause analysis and ensure corrective actions are implemented. Monitor incident trends and recommend opportunities for risk reduction. Support injury management and return-to-work processes as required.

Facilitate hazard identification and risk assessment activities. Lead initiatives focused on reducing operational risk through engineering, administrative, and behavioral controls. Verify the effectiveness of controls for high-risk activities. Support emergency preparedness and response planning. Monitor regional risk indicators and elevate significant concerns to leadership.

Deliver HSE training and awareness initiatives. Coach managers and supervisors on HSE responsibilities and expectations. Support onboarding and orientation programs related to safety and environmental compliance. Promote employee engagement in safety initiatives and reporting processes.

Track and report regional HSE performance metrics. Maintain records related to audits, inspections, incidents, and corrective actions. Prepare monthly and quarterly HSE summaries for regional leadership. Identify trends and communicate opportunities for improvement.

Support implementation of environmental compliance requirements. Monitor waste management, permit obligations, and environmental controls. Assist sites in achieving corporate sustainability objectives. Investigate environmental incidents and support corrective actions.

Use correct methods in accordance with established procedures and schedules while ensuring analytical quality. Observe established safety regulations and comply with all ALS health and safety policies and procedures. Perform other duties as assigned.

• Strong knowledge of occupational health and safety legislation in the assigned region.
• Understanding of environmental compliance requirements.
• Excellent coaching and relationship‑building skills.
• Strong investigation and root cause analysis abilities.
• Ability to…