Health & Safety Advisor

Job summary

The Safety Advisor is responsible for deploying the Health & Safety management system and fostering a preventive safety culture at the Granby site. They will coach teams, lead incident investigations, and ensure compliance with regulatory standards and internal safety policies.

Job details

Job Type: Regular People are at the heart of our success. Our culture encourages collaboration, transparency, and accountability in order to generate value and achieve sustainable results. Being part of the team means committing to an environment where everyone’s impact truly matters. At Agropur, accountability means owning challenges and taking concrete action to achieve results. ‘An environment that empowers you to take action:’ Recognition of years of service for vacation calculation; Flexible group insurance plan including telemedicine services; Employee assistance program; Opportunities to invest in yourself (career development, etc.); Pension plan with company contributions; Salary range 004: $73,000 à $91,200 (Salary will be determined based on skills, education, training & experience related to the position.) ‘What you’ll be responsible for each day:’ Reporting to the Regional Safety Manager, the Safety Advisor is responsible for the following. This role offers the opportunity to join an organization in full transformation, where Health & Safety is at the core of decision-making. Based at the Granby site, you will be part of a highly dynamic and collaborative team and will be invited to take on stimulating challenges to strengthen a strong and sustainable safety culture. Develop a strong preventive culture where Health & Safety is recognized as a core value that is never compromised; Lead the deployment of the Agropur Health & Safety Management System, including site programs and tools; Influence, coach, and guide teams to achieve Health & Safety performance targets, reduce risks, and ensure execution of H&S fundamentals: Support the site in developing annual plans aligned with established priorities; Support, coach, and monitor leading indicators (H&S fundamentals and key preventive activities); Drive improvement of safety performance and recommend actions to achieve site objectives; Facilitate and coach incident investigations to identify root causes and eliminate risks and hazards; Support the site in defining, tracking, and closing actions resulting from audits, regulatory reviews, and investigations; Actively participate in Gemba walks and site Health & Safety inspections; Participate in daily, weekly, and monthly operational reviews; Lead and/or actively participate in the Joint Health & Safety Committee (JHSC) and sub-committees as required; Coordinate and support the development of Health & Safety competencies across the site; Provide guidance and technical expertise to ensure the effective implementation of major H&S programs; Act as a coach and trusted partner for all plant personnel. ‘The individual who will own this role’ Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Health & Safety or a related field; 3–5 years of experience in Health & Safety, preferably in a manufacturing environment; Strong knowledge of H&S regulations and best practices; An environment that values engagement and encourages everyone to take initiative. Agropur welcomes people from all backgrounds and origins. We are proud to be an employer with a diverse community and are committed to providing a respectful and inclusive experience for all employees and applicants. We will work with candidates who request accommodation. Please note that an adequate knowledge of French is required for positions in Quebec. Agropur uses artificial intelligence technology to assist our recruiters in screening, assessing, or selecting applicants for this position. In this text, the use of the masculine gender to designate persons is intended only to lighten the text.

What you’ll do

The Safety Advisor is responsible for deploying the Health & Safety management system and fostering a preventive safety culture at the Granby site. They will coach teams, lead incident investigations, and ensure compliance with regulatory standards and internal safety policies.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a bachelor's degree in Occupational Health & Safety or a related field. A minimum of 3 to 5 years of experience in a manufacturing environment is required, along with strong knowledge of safety regulations.

Benefits

• Vacation calculation based on years of service • Flexible group insurance plan • Telemedicine services • Employee assistance program • Career development opportunities • Pension plan with company contributions

Listed skills

• Problem solving · Preferred
• Regulatory Compliance · Preferred
• Leadership · Preferred
• Communication · Preferred
• Coaching · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Occupational Health & Safety
• Risk assessment
• Incident investigation
• Regulatory compliance
• Safety management systems
• Coaching
• Leadership
• Preventive culture development
• Auditing
• Technical expertise
• Communication
• Problem solving
• Influencing Skills
• Influencing Without Authority
• Accountability
• Artificial Intelligence
• Calculations
• Decision Making
• Employee Assistance Programs
• Occupational Safety And Health
• French Language
• Gemba
• Proactivity
• Safety Culture
• Telehealth
• Investigation

Job areas

• Security & Safety
• Manufacturing
• Food & Beverage
• Health and Safety Advisor
• Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) Coordinator
• Environmental and Occupational Health and Hygiene Professionals
• Occupational Health and Safety Technicians