HSE Manager

Job Description

Overview

The HSE Manager has a strong understanding of the minerals and metals sector, along with a demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with clients, project teams, and management. The position requires excellent communication skills, a solid understanding of regulatory requirements, and the ability to influence, coach, and support teams operating in complex and diverse project environments.

Your role

• Actively collaborate with clients to align HSE expectations, requirements, and best practices on projects;
• Support tendering and proposal processes, including the development of HSE strategies, plans, and content for client proposals;
• Lead and contribute to the development and continuous improvement of HSE procedures, programs, standards, and manuals;
• Support the execution of EPCM projects, including planning, implementation, and oversight of HSE activities throughout the project lifecycle;
• Support pre‑feasibility and feasibility studies, as well as early project phases, by ensuring the identification and management of HSE risks from the outset of the project lifecycle;
• Contribute to design safety activities and risk‑based design reviews, including the identification and reduction of health, safety, and environmental risks during engineering and design phases;
• Provide HSE advice, coaching, and mentoring to managers and teams to strengthen the safety culture;
• Support and review project‑specific HSE plans, ensuring compliance with AtkinsRéalis standards, client requirements, and legal obligations;
• Conduct site visits to verify the implementation and effectiveness of control measures;
• Manage the HSE training program, including onboarding of new employees, coordination of internal and external training, and development of training materials;
• Lead and participate in incident investigations, including root cause analysis and follow‑up of corrective actions;
• Provide informed guidance on the interpretation and application of health, safety, and environmental laws and regulations;
• Manage and analyze HSE statistics and performance indicators to support monitoring and continuous improvement.

About you

• Minimum of 10 years of experience in health, safety, and environment;
• Degree in occupational health and safety, environmental studies, engineering, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience;
• Strong understanding of the minerals and metals sector, including applicable risks, standards, and regulatory requirements;
• Demonstrated experience in EPCM environments and major projects;
• Proven ability to collaborate effectively with clients, project teams, and senior leadership;
• Experience supporting pre‑feasibility and feasibility studies, including design safety, risk identification, and integration of HSE requirements during early project development and engineering phases;
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in both French and English;
• Strong knowledge of ISO 45001 and ISO 14001 management systems;
• Experience in:
• Development and implementation of HSE programs;
• Preparation of HSE content for tenders and proposals;
• incident investigations and workplace inspections;
• Internal audits and HSE training;
• In‑depth knowledge of Canadian health, safety, and environmental legislation and regulations;
• Availability and willingness to travel to support project sites.

Reward & benefits

Explore the rewards and benefits that help you thrive – at every stage of your life and your career at AtkinsRéalis in Canada.

Enjoy competitive compensation, employee recognition, and a brilliant range of flexible benefits you can tailor to your health, wellbeing, financial and lifestyle needs.

Make the most of diverse opportunities for training and professional development to grow your skills and expertise.

And take advantage of our hybrid working culture and generous time-off policies to balance a fulfilling career with your personal life.

Additional information

Worker TypeEmployee

Job TypeRegular