Advisor 2 HSE ULTCAD

Patterson-UTI•City of Leduc, AB

13h•Hybrid

About The Position

This position operates across office, manufacturing, and field environments, requiring a strong presence on the shop floor while managing administrative responsibilities. The HSSE Advisor must maintain responsiveness, including availability for incidents outside regular business hours. Some travel may be required. Ulterra is the #1 PDC drill bit partner in North America. Operating worldwide, we deliver superior drilling technology to companies producing the energy that powers our lives. We constantly push the boundaries of known technology to come up with new ways to improve drilling performance with higher rates of penetration (ROP) and unique designs for challenging conditions, while providing outstanding support from dedicated people. Patterson-UTI is committed to a workplace free from discrimination and harassment, offering equal employment opportunities to all individuals regardless of personal characteristics protected by law. Employees are encouraged to report any concerns through multiple channels.

Requirements

Knowledge of occupational health, safety, and environmental regulations
Experience conducting incident investigations, audits, inspections, and risk assessments is an asset
Strong coaching, and employee engagement skills
Excellent communication, presentation, and training abilities
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Ability to build relationships across all levels
Proficiency in MS Office and HSSE systems
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Ability to work in office, manufacturing, and field environments

Nice To Haves

Post-secondary education in Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Science, or related field preferred
2–5 years of progressive HSSE experience in relevant industries
1–3 years of leadership or program ownership experience
Knowledge of Alberta OHS regulations and environmental compliance
Experience with WCB claims, WHMIS, and emergency response planning
Valid Class 5 Driver’s License with a clear driving record

Responsibilities

Lead the development, implementation, and administration of HSSE management systems, policies, and procedures
Act as the primary liaison with regulatory agencies, auditors, and internal leadership on HSSE matters
Conduct workplace inspections, risk assessments, and compliance audits to identify hazards and implement corrective actions
Monitor HSSE performance metrics and prepare reports to drive continuous improvement
Lead incident investigations, root cause analysis, and corrective actions to prevent recurrence
Ensure compliance with regulatory and corporate reporting requirements
Develop and maintain safety procedures, safe work practices, and emergency response plans
Coordinate and deliver HSSE training programs and maintain employee certification requirements
Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Engineering, HR, Operations, and Sales
Participate in vendor and contractor safety management
Support audit programs and ensure closure of findings and corrective actions
Prepare safety communications including alerts, bulletins, and reports
Facilitate Joint Health and Safety Committee meetings
Coordinate emergency preparedness activities and drills
Promote a positive safety culture through coaching and engagement
Maintain HSSE records and documentation
Participate in all required meetings, training, and development activities
Ability to communicate, including the ability to read, write, and speak English and promptly follow verbal and written directions in English
Perform other related duties as assigned