Regional Site Manager

Thales • Halifax, NS

9d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Regional Site Manager is responsible for the overall operational management of the Thales sites within the region, including Health, Safety & Environment (HSE), Facilities Management, and Physical Security. This role ensures compliance with corporate policies, regulatory requirements, and provides a safe, secure, and productive workplace for all employees and visitors. The role works directly with the Functional Managers to ensure that regional demands are adequately met and oversees the day-to-day delivery of operations within the region including defining the priorities, coordinating the on-site support of the operations functions and liaising with program stakeholders.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Operations Management, Facilities Management, Occupational Health & Safety, Security Management, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in facilities management, HSE, security, or site operations (preferably in industrial, defence, or high security environments).
• Knowledge of local HSE regulations, building codes, and security standards.
• Experience managing vendors and contractors.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working in aerospace, defence, or high-tech manufacturing sectors.
• Familiar with the Microsoft suite of products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, Visio, etc.).
• Language: English (Essential).

Responsibilities

• Lead and implement Thales HSE policies, programs, and culture across the regional sites.
• Conduct risk assessments, site inspections, and incident investigations.
• Ensure full compliance with local regulations and Thales Group HSE standards.
• Oversee training programs, emergency response plans, and drills.
• Drive continuous improvement in safety performance and environmental sustainability.
• Chair local HSE committees and maintain documentation/reporting.
• Oversee day to day operations of the building, infrastructure, utilities, and equipment.
• Plan and coordinate site upgrades, renovations, and capital projects.
• Define budgets for regional facilities and liaise with budget owners to ensure requirements are captured at either the business or program level.
• Support space planning, potential office moves, workplace optimization, and asset management.
• Implement and enforce Thales Group Security policies and procedures.
• Manage physical security programs, including access control, CCTV, alarms, and perimeter protection.
• Conduct security risk assessments and support compliance with government and corporate requirements.
• Manage visitor access, identification badge systems, and security awareness initiatives.
• Support crisis management, business continuity, and incident response activities.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for internal stakeholders, building management, and regulatory agencies.
• Partner with HR, IT, Operations, and Corporate Real Estate to ensure seamless site operations.
• Lead site committees (HSE, Security, Facilities).
• Support internal communication and change management initiatives.
• Build a strong culture of safety, security, and operational excellence at the site.

Benefits

• Company paid Extended Health, Dental, HSA, Life, AD&D, Short-term Disability, Cancer Care Program, travel insurance, Employee Assistance Plan and Well-Being program.
• Retirement Savings Plans (RRSP, DCPP, TFSA) with a company contribution and a match to a DCPP, with no vesting period.
• Company paid holidays, vacation days, and paid sick leave.
• Voluntary Life, AD&D, Critical Illness, Long-Term Disability.
• Employee Discounts on home, auto, and gym membership.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior