HSE Specialist

Role Summary  The Health and Safety (HSE) Specialist supports and strengthens a preventative safety culture within Modern Niagara’s Construction & Building Services business. The role works to reduce and eliminate risks of injury and illness by providing expert guidance, site engagement, inspections, training, incident support, and documentation management. Success is achieved through proactive hazard identification, strong partnerships with field and operational teams, and consistent application of Modern Niagara’s safety standards.
Key Impact / Purpose   Strengthen and maintain Modern Niagara’s preventative safety culture across Construction projects and Building Services.
Support field teams and leaders through proactive engagement, inspections, and coaching.
Reduce incidents and claims through data analysis, recommendations, and continuous improvement of safe work procedures.
Provide reliable guidance on training needs, hazard mitigation, and site‑specific safety planning.
Duties and Responsibilities   Facilitate and support safety‑related education and training.
Engage workers onsite to reinforce HSE requirements and influence safe behavior.
Support and lead HSE initiatives for operational projects using industry knowledge and expertise.
Partner with operations to develop and communicate HSE messaging.
Analyze safety data to evaluate preventative programs and recommend improvements.
Collaborate with field leaders during site inspections.
Attend all applicable HSE meetings.
Support operations and Senior Leadership in risk management by:  Analyzing and interpreting data to identify improvement opportunities.
Enhancing safe work procedures using lessons learned.
Assessing HSE training needs and recommending competency‑building programs.
Consulting on new project site‑specific safety plans.
Advising on HSE topics.
Supporting incident and claim management.

Must Haves   5-8 years of experience in the construction industry.
Strong communication skills with the ability to build productive relationships at all levels.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
Well‑organized, able to manage competing priorities in a fast‑paced environment.
Resourceful, energetic, and able to work independently when needed.
Valid driver’s license and access to a personal vehicle for site travel.
Experience working in the manufacturing industry with strong interest in long‑term career growth within the construction industry.
Ability to travel throughout Toronto.
Nice to Haves   Post‑secondary education in a related field.
Relevant safety credentials or certifications.

Experience with training delivery, incident management, or program development.
Compensation  This is a replacement position. Expected annual compensation: $70,000 - $85,000.
Benefits   Performance based bonus opportunities
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 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
Accommodation Statement  If you require accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process, please contact us at    so we can make appropriate arrangements.

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