Site Health, Safety and Environment (HSE) Officer

ANDRITZ AG•Pointe Claire, LA

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The Site HSE Officer is assigned to a construction work site in Canada and supports the site team in maintaining a safe working environment and ensuring project compliance. The position combines site-office documentation with on-site work. The incumbent works alongside the Site Manager, Supervisors, Quality Assurance Specialist, and Administrator; team size and site duration vary depending on project scope. The posting identifies Beauharnois Generating Station and specifies work Monday through Friday, 10 hours per day. The Officer ensures site HSE requirements are fulfilled in accordance with the HSE plan, company standards, customer requirements, and government regulations. The role supports the Site Manager with HSE management and safety instructions, serves as the local liaison with the customer’s HSE organization and provincial regulatory agencies, and coordinates HSE activities, training, audits, incident investigations, and safety programs at the site.

Requirements

At least 3 years of experience in HSE management on a construction site or in heavy industries.
University degree in Health and Safety or equivalent.
Knowledge of provincial construction safety legislation.
Experience working in a unionized environment.
Strong spoken and written communication skills at all levels of the organization.
Leadership skills and ability to work as part of a team toward company goals.
Proven auditor and trainer skills.
Excellent problem-solving skills, including root cause analysis expertise, sound judgment, initiative, and creativity.
Willingness to travel and flexibility with work schedule.
Legal status to work in Canada.
Willingness to work in a complex, fast-paced environment with evolving priorities; result- and solution-oriented approach, follow-through, and perseverance.

Nice To Haves

Experience working on construction sites; hydro power plant experience is an asset.

Responsibilities

Ensure fulfillment of construction-site HSE requirements in accordance with the HSE plan, company standards, customer requirements, and government regulations.
Support the Site Manager with HSE management and implementation of safety instructions for workers and partners.
Serve as the main local liaison with the customer’s HSE organization and provincial regulatory agencies.
Prepare weekly and monthly HSE statistics reports.
Assist with implementation and updates of the health, safety, and environmental plan.
Assist with risk identification and definition of control measures, including safe work procedures and Job Safety Analyses.
Carry out and record regular safety checks and inspections.
Assist with toolbox talks.
Coordinate the safety committee.
Record and investigate accidents and incidents, and perform root cause analysis on HSE issues.
Coordinate health, safety, and environmental aspects of site activities.
Provide introductory and site-specific HSE training, and coordinate required site safety training.
Coordinate First Aid rescue, First Aid responders, and Fire Protection programs.
Propose immediate corrections for HSE deficiencies and verify that corrective actions are effective.
Maintain OHSAS 18001, ISO 14001, and COR programs at the site.
Support internal audits at construction sites and facilities, and coordinate external audits.
Coordinate with Workers Compensation as required.
Collaborate with the HSE Advisor on business updates to the HSE Management System.