At a Glance
- Tasks: Support and maintain health, safety, and environment systems across multiple sites.
- Company: Join IPEX, a leader in advanced plastic piping systems with a people-centric culture.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, travel expenses covered, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Dynamic work environment with a focus on collaboration and continuous improvement.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on workplace safety and environmental initiatives.
- Qualifications: Bilingual in English and French, with experience in HSE roles preferred.
The predicted salary is between 88500 - 88500 $ per year.
The compensation for this position is between $70,800 and $88,500 annually, based on experience and qualifications. IPEX is one of the North American leading providers of advanced plastic piping systems. Our mission is to shape a better tomorrow by connecting people with water and energy.
We currently have an exciting opportunity as a Bilingual Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) Specialist. This role is based in our Clarkson Distribution Center and reports to the HSE Business Partner. Do not miss the opportunity to join a diverse group of people-centric professionals, thought leaders and rapid thinkers, entrepreneurs in spirit and status quo-fighters!
Job Summary: We are looking for a Bilingual Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) Specialist to support and maintain HSE management systems across a multi-site environment. The successful candidate will contribute to strategy development, implementation, employee training, and performance monitoring. This role requires occasional travel between sites, with all travel expenses covered by IPEX. While on site, the incumbent will conduct safety observations, support local teams, coordinate risk management activities, help develop safe work practices, and support initiatives that strengthen the health and safety culture. This position also supports the internal audit process to ensure compliance with legal requirements and corporate standards.
Principal Responsibilities:
- Support Distribution Centre leadership in implementing HSE programs and adapting initiatives to local requirements.
- Promote and drive HSE activities across multiple sites to enhance employee engagement and best practices.
- Collaborate with the HSE team to develop procedures, work instructions, and new initiatives.
- Conduct gap analyses and develop corrective action plans.
- Ensure HSE regulatory compliance audits are completed.
- Participate in investigations related to incidents, accidents, non-conformances, and environmental events, and follow up on corrective and preventive actions.
- Manage and monitor workers’ compensation claims and reporting requirements with regulatory authorities and relevant agencies.
- Support Health and Safety Committee initiatives.
- Assist site teams with the implementation and continuous improvement of HSE controls and programs.
- Maintain HSE documentation, including policies, procedures, standards, manuals, and work instructions.
- Support environmental compliance initiatives and KPI reporting.
- Maintain HSE records, databases, and programs.
- Review hazardous materials programs and related training requirements.
- Escalate issues requiring additional support or intervention to the HSE Business Partner as needed.
Qualifications & Experience:
- College diploma or university degree in Health, Safety & Environment or a related field (bachelor’s degree preferred).
- Professional certifications such as CRSP/CRST, CSP, ASP, CIH, OHST, CPE, CCPE, or equivalent are considered assets.
- Five to seven years of experience in a Health, Safety & Environment role within distribution, manufacturing, or construction environments.
- Strong knowledge of applicable HSE legislation, regulations, and standards, including WHMIS, TDG, CSA, and Canadian regulatory requirements.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including experience developing and delivering training.
- Fluency in English and French, both written and spoken.
- Strong computer proficiency and technical aptitude.
- Excellent organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, risk management, and continuous improvement skills.
- Experience coordinating activities across multiple sites.
- Strong stakeholder management and collaboration skills.
- Availability to travel multi sites.
IPEX is committed to providing accommodations for people with disabilities throughout the recruitment process and, upon request, will work with qualified job applicants to provide suitable accommodation in a manner that takes into account the applicant’s accessibility needs due to disability. Accommodation requests are available to candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process for IPEX jobs. To request an accommodation, please contact HR at askhr@ipexna.com.
Bilingual Health, Safety and Environment Specialist*Spécialiste, Santé, Sécurité et Environnement in Mississauga employer: IPEX Group
At IPEX, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer that fosters a collaborative and innovative work culture in Oakville, Ontario. As the Director of Codes & Standards, you will not only lead impactful regulatory strategies but also benefit from our commitment to employee growth through continuous learning opportunities and a supportive environment. Join us to make a meaningful difference in the plumbing, municipal, and electrical sectors while enjoying the unique advantages of working in a hybrid role that promotes work-life balance.
