Director of Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) - Head Office

Company Description:

Launched in 1998 with nothing more than a used Caterpillar dozer and an entrepreneurial spirit, Bouchier has grown to be a leading provider of integrated site services to the Athabasca Oil Sands region.

From our head office in Fort McKay, Alberta, the company now employs more than 1200 dedicated team members and commands a fleet of over 425 pieces of equipment.

With a strong belief in doing the right things in the right way, Bouchier is now one of the largest companies owned and operated by Indigenous peoples in the area providing contracting, construction, and general site services.

Position Summary:

Type: Director of Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE)

Position: Full-time

Location: Head Office, Fort McKay

Schedule: 40 hours per week. Monday to Friday (Alternating Friday off)

*Only local candidates will be considered

Compensation Details:

• Competitive salary
• Health & Dental and Long-Term Disability Benefits- eligible after 3 months of continuous service
  
• RPP (Registered Pension Plan) with company matching.
• Employer paid Employee Assistance Program

Other Incentives:

• Base Pay increase available based on performance and progression
• Safety Recognition
• Years of Service Recognition - Annual
• Bouchier welcome gift and company swag
  

Role Summary:

The Director of Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE), plays a pivotal role in shaping and leading Bouchier's HSE culture and strategy. Responsible for establishing and maintaining comprehensive policies, procedures, and protocols that align with strategic objectives. This head office-based role involves frequent travel to site locations to support and enhance HSE management systems across the organization. You will oversee a diverse team of front-line HSE professionals, working collaboratively with multi-disciplinary teams to deliver expert HSE services and guidance. The successful candidate will drive continuous improvement in our HSE practices, ensuring a safe and compliant work environment across all operational sites.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Implement and enhance HSE systems by developing, promoting, and overseeing HSE systems to ensure proactive management, continuous improvement in operational performance, and integration of HSE activities into daily operations.
• Assess and enhance workforce competency against HSE standards, procedures, and practices, and identify areas for improvement.
• Maintain and strengthen relationships with jurisdictional regulators and assist in the preparation of HSE regulations where applicable.
• Document, maintain, and communicate HSE policies, standards, procedures, and best practices.
• Support the development, implementation, and analysis of health and safety reporting systems, track and communicate HSE performance, and benchmark HSE statistics.
• Provide technical assistance during incident investigations, identify root causes, monitor follow-up actions, and share outcomes with the organization.
• Identify, assess, and implement HSE programs and new technologies to improve operations and HSE performance.
• Periodically review and update policies, procedures, and work practices in line with policy development and organizational objectives.
• Recognize and reward HSE excellence and assist in developing training programs to enhance personnel skills in HSE matters.
• Arrange for and manage third-party reviews and audits of HSE systems, procedures, and workplaces, and follow up on resulting recommendations.
• Promote HSE goals within all business functions, assist in setting annual safety performance objectives and targets, and integrate safety issues into business planning and management.
• Regularly report on HSE progress and present updates to the corporate team.
• Oversee claims management, including handling insurance claims, working with legal teams, managing the claims process, and implementing strategies to mitigate future claims.
• Ensure compliance with WCB laws, interface with WCB representatives, manage compensation and rehabilitation processes, and use WCB data to improve safety and reduce incidents.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the CEO to support the organization's objectives and operational needs.

Education & Experience:

• Canadian Registered Safety Professional (CRSP) accreditation is preferred.
• Bachelor's degree in Occupational Health and Safety, Environmental Science, Engineering, or a related field is considered an asset
• 10-15 years of overall experience in HSE management is required.
• 5-7 years of specific experience in the oil and gas industry, including upstream oil and gas, Oil Sands, or heavy construction.
• 5-7 years of direct experience in claims management, including managing and overseeing claims related to health, safety, and environmental issues.
• 3-5 years of proven and direct experience with Workers' Compensation Board (WCB) processes, including familiarity with WCB regulations and managing worker compensation cases.
• Proven expertise with provincial legislation, interpreting Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) regulations, safety codes, and industry best practices.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze complex data and trends and translate findings into actionable strategies.
• Experience conducting audits, inspections, and incident investigations.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
• Strong computer skills in Microsoft Office applications (e.g., Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Ability to visit and work on all sites within the Oil Sands region without restrictions.
• Valid Class 5 Driver's License is required.
  

Application Instructions:

Please apply to this posting with your cover letter and resume inclusive of your safety tickets.

APPLICATION DEADLINE: Until suitable candidate is found. Typically, our postings stay open for 2 weeks.

Please apply online: Via: bouchier.ca/careers

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The Bouchier Group would like to thank all applicants who apply to our postings. Please note that only those selected for interviews will be contacted directly. No phone calls please.