Health, Safety and Environment Advisor

Priority to Designated Employment Equity Groups

Priority may be given to the following designated employment equity groups:
Indigenous Peoples (First Nations, Inuit and Métis), persons with disabilities and racialized persons.

City: Ottawa

Organizational Unit: Health, Safety and Environment Branch

Classification: AS-4

Tenure: Continuing

Language Requirements: Bilingual Imperative BBB/BBB

Work arrangements: Possible limited hybrid arrangement (combination of onsite and telework) depending on operational requirements.

Health Safety and Environment Advisor to support the Health, Safety and Environment Branch (HSE) in promoting best practices and ensuring compliance with HSE standards.

• Advise, promote and coach management and employees on HSE work standards, tools, practices, procedures and regulations.
• Partner with Site/Client to apply and implement the Hazard Prevention Program.
• Assist with hazardous occurrence incident investigations, identifying causes and appropriate measures.
• Participate in the development of the site/clients’ HSE strategy and setting of relevant goals and action plans.
• Work with clients to identify adequate HSE resources (including outsourced training or services) and required PPE for specific tasks.
• Participate in operational and group meetings, town-halls, committees as required.

• Strong interpersonal skills and desire to learn about new clients, policies and programs.
• Demonstrated experience in implementing safety programs in industrial or research environments.
• Fine‑tuned analytical and communication skills.
• Education:
  
  Bachelor’s degree in science (chemistry, biology, biochemistry, environment), engineering or industrial hygiene. Equivalent training may be considered.
• Experience:
  
  Significant (60% of role) experience over the last 3–5 years in providing guidance to management and operations in occupational health, safety and environment; supporting implementation of HSE regulations, conducting risk assessments, audits, inspections, emergency response support and incident investigations.

• OSHA or environmental certification or diploma.
• CRSP (Canadian Registered Safety Professional) certification.
• Experience in the development of HSE programs.

• Collaborate with research centres and corporate branches to promote a proactive HSE culture.
• Engage in diverse HSE challenges across transportation, engineering, life and medical sciences and emerging technologies.

Salary range: $78,167 to $91,895 per annum. Bilingualism Bonus: $800 per year (if language requirements met).

• Comprehensive health and dental plans.
• Equitable vacation, sick and other leave entitlements.
• Disability and pension plans.
• Additional supports to enhance well‑being.

• Preference will be given to Canadian Citizens and Permanent Residents of Canada. Citizenship information should be included in the application.
• The incumbent must adhere to safe workplace practices at all times.

• Technical competencies:
  Knowledge of Canada Labour Code Part II, Canadian Environmental Protection Act; ability to interpret legislation, standards, and best practices; ability to synthesize information and provide concise briefings; ability to advise and guide clients.
• Behavioural competencies:
  Client focus, Communication, Conceptual and analytical ability, Results orientation, Teamwork (all Level
  2).

• Preference given to Canadian Citizens and Permanent Residents of Canada.
• The incumbent must adhere to safe workplace practices at all times.