Senior HSE Lead Coordinator

RHI Magnesita•Brantford, ON

34d•$80,000 - $110,000

About The Position

RHI Magnesita is seeking a hands-on Senior HSE Lead Coordinator to support our operations in Central and Eastern Canada This is a unique opportunity for an experienced safety professional who enjoys balancing strategic leadership with day-to-day field engagement and wants to make a meaningful impact on safety culture and operational performance. In this role, you will partner closely with leadership and employees to drive continuous improvement, ensure regulatory compliance, and strengthen our safety-first culture. You will take ownership of both developing and enhancing HSE programs while also being actively present in the field — conducting audits, supporting jobsite safety, coaching employees, and addressing real-time challenges. This position is well-suited for someone who enjoys travel, thrives in an environment that requires autonomy, ownership, and influence, and who is comfortable operating across both strategic and tactical responsibilities. You’ll have the opportunity to shape safety initiatives, drive meaningful change, and build strong partnerships across the organization. At RHI Magnesita, safety is fundamental to how we operate. This role offers the chance to lead from the front, strengthen site-level safety performance, and contribute to a global organization committed to continuous improvement and operational excellence. RHI Magnesita is the leading global supplier of high-grade refractory products, systems and solutions which are critical for high-temperature processes exceeding 1,200°C in a wide range of industries, including steel, cement, non-ferrous metals and glass. With a vertically integrated value chain, from raw materials to refractory products and full performance-based solutions, RHI Magnesita serves customers around the world, with around 20,000 employees in 47 production sites, 7 recycling facilities and more than 70 sales offices. RHI Magnesita intends to build on its leadership in revenue, scale, product portfolio and diversified geographic presence to expand further in high growth markets.

Requirements

Professional designation as a National Construction Safety Officer (NCSO)
4+ years of HSE experience in a construction, industrial or manufacturing environment
Working knowledge of Canadian health and safety legislation and standards
Strong communication skills (written, verbal, and interpersonal) with the ability to influence and engage stakeholders at all levels. French language skills an asset.
Proven ability to drive change and build a strong safety culture
Excellent organizational and time management skills with the ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines
Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
Experience delivering effective training to diverse audiences
Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills aligned with broader organizational objectives
High level of discretion and ability to handle confidential information
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and experience with cloud-based systems.
Ability to wear required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), including helmet with chin strap, vest, gloves, safety glasses, and steel‑toed boots.
Willingness to enter confined spaces and work at heights.
Ability to stand, sit, talk, hear, and use hands for computer and equipment operation.
Ability to reach, stoop, and kneel as required.
Ability to perform light to moderate lifting
Ability to travel to job sites as needed.

Nice To Haves

Advanced degree in Health, Safety, Environmental, Engineering, or related scientific field, or equivalent HSE experience
French language skills an asset.

Responsibilities

Maintain accurate HSE metrics for reporting to leadership and corporate systems
Lead and support HSE initiatives by identifying root causes of safety and environmental issues and coaching employees and leadership on sustainable solutions
Conduct risk assessments and Job Safety Analyses (JSA), recommending and implementing practical risk mitigation strategies, including ergonomics
Deliver and support HSE training programs, including new employee onboarding and ongoing compliance training
Perform inspections, audits, and environmental compliance reviews; track and ensure timely completion of corrective actions
Manage HSE documentation, including case files, regulatory records, KPI tracking, and compliance reporting through established systems and calendars
Investigate incidents, injuries, and near misses; drive effective corrective and preventive actions through to completion
Partner with leadership to ensure compliance with all applicable federal, provincial, and Client specific HSE regulations, as well as RHIM internal standards
Act as the regional RHIM representative for regulatory agencies (e.g. Ministry of Labour, CNESST, etc..) during inspections and audits
Respond to emergency situations and support site-level incident management as needed
Address employee HSE concerns, complaints, and observations in a timely and professional manner
Support execution of the HSE Strategic Plan and continuously identify opportunities for improvement
Support the Risk Management Department with Workers Compensation Case Management
Assist in administration of Client Prequalification providers such as: ISNetworld, Avetta, Safe Contractor, etc.
Administration of regional Joint Health and Safety Committees.
Routine travel to Client site locations