Safety Assurance Specialist, Rail and Transit
Top Benefits
About the role
Job Description What if you could redefine what’s possible? With us, you can. You want Purpose. Growth. Opportunity. People who get it.
We are the home of ambitious, passionate, and innovative world shapers.
With an unmatched breadth and depth of engineering, advisory and science-based expertise, our global minds unite to power local solutions. We are pathfinders and impact makers.
We are Visioneers. We are WSP. The Opportunity Shape the future of rail safety with WSP! Proud to share that the WSP in Canada Rail & Transit team has achieved 1st place for "Great Company to Work for in Canadian Rail" at the Inaugural TRACCS Transit & Rail Association Awards.
Are you passionate about system safety and ready to make a real impact on major railway projects across Canada? As a System Safety Specialist , you’ll play a pivotal role in developing and maintaining WSP’s System Safety Management System for railway projects. Your expertise will directly contribute to the safety and efficiency of critical infrastructure across Canada.
Your Impact
- Develop and maintain WSP’s System Safety Management System for railway projects.
- Prepare System Safety Plans, Safety and Assurance Reports, and Safety Cases in compliance with EN50126, EN50128, and EN50129 standards.
- Lead safety assessment processes, including hazard identification, risk analysis, and safety requirements allocation.
- Define safety requirements for all aspects of railway systems—civil, electrical, mechanical, hardware, and software.
- Oversee implementation of Safety Integrity Levels (SIL) and ensure robust documentation.
The Skills That Set You Apart
- P.Eng designation or eligibility for certification in a Canadian province (or equivalent).
- 8+ years of experience in System Safety Management, ideally with large-scale railway systems.
- Proven application of EN50126, EN50128, and EN50129 standards; familiarity with CMREA and IEC61508 is an asset.
- Expertise in developing safety-related documentation and implementing ALARP risk reduction strategies.
- Ability to foster system safety awareness and competence within multidisciplinary teams.
Why Choose WSP?
- Proudly Canadian – we are a Top 100 Employer in Canada for 2026.
- A global community of 72,000 brilliant minds – your next idea, mentor, or opportunity is always within reach.
- Limitless opportunities start here – tailor your role to match your ambition.
- Flexible work, real balance – we support you on and off the job so you can be fully present in both work and life.
- Comprehensive benefits, virtual healthcare, wellness programs, and savings plans.
- A phenomenal collaborative culture and a workforce filled with genuinely good people doing humbly important work.
Ready to Shape the Future? Take the next step in your career and join us in redefining what's possible. Apply today and let's create lasting change together!
BC, AB, SK, NWT & NT: $135,200 – $179,100
MB & ON : $123,300 – $169,800
Atlantic Provinces & QC : $122,100 – $162,200
Disclosure: The final salary awarded for this role may vary from the above range based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, and business or organizational needs. The wage range provided in this job posting may be subject to change for business purposes.
#ECWE
About Us WSP is one of the world's leading professional services firms. Our purpose is to future proof our cities and environments.
We have over 65,000 team members across the globe. In Canada, our 12,000+ people are involved in everything from environmental remediation to urban planning, from engineering iconic buildings to designing sustainable transportation networks, from finding new ways to extract essential resources to developing renewable power sources for the future.
At WSP :
- We value our people and our reputation
- We are locally dedicated with international scale
- We are future focused and challenge the status quo
- We foster collaboration in everything we do
- We have an empowering culture and hold ourselves accountable
Please Note:
Health and Safety is a core paramount value of WSP. Given the importance of keeping one another safe it is expected that you comply with our Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) policy at all times as well as client HSE policies when working at client locations.
Offers of employment for safety-sensitive positions involving fieldwork are contingent upon candidates being able to perform key physical tasks of the job as described in the job posting and interview. This may include the ability to work in a variety of environmental conditions, such as remote or isolated areas, working alone, and in inclement weather (within safe and reasonable limits).
WSP welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.
WSP is committed to the principles of employment equity. Only the candidates selected will be contacted.
WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. For more information please READ THE FULL POLICY.
About WSP
What if you could shape built and natural environments – and the future of those that use them?
With us, you can.
As a leading professional services consulting firm, we plan, advise, design, manage and engineer long lasting solutions that benefit generations to come. With a Future Ready® mindset, we deliver solutions that shape the communities of tomorrow and help societies find ways to thrive sustainably today.
Imagine a better future for us all – and a better future for you.
Safety Assurance Specialist, Rail and Transit
Top Benefits
About the role
Job Description What if you could redefine what’s possible? With us, you can. You want Purpose. Growth. Opportunity. People who get it.
We are the home of ambitious, passionate, and innovative world shapers.
With an unmatched breadth and depth of engineering, advisory and science-based expertise, our global minds unite to power local solutions. We are pathfinders and impact makers.
We are Visioneers. We are WSP. The Opportunity Shape the future of rail safety with WSP! Proud to share that the WSP in Canada Rail & Transit team has achieved 1st place for "Great Company to Work for in Canadian Rail" at the Inaugural TRACCS Transit & Rail Association Awards.
Are you passionate about system safety and ready to make a real impact on major railway projects across Canada? As a System Safety Specialist , you’ll play a pivotal role in developing and maintaining WSP’s System Safety Management System for railway projects. Your expertise will directly contribute to the safety and efficiency of critical infrastructure across Canada.
Your Impact
- Develop and maintain WSP’s System Safety Management System for railway projects.
- Prepare System Safety Plans, Safety and Assurance Reports, and Safety Cases in compliance with EN50126, EN50128, and EN50129 standards.
- Lead safety assessment processes, including hazard identification, risk analysis, and safety requirements allocation.
- Define safety requirements for all aspects of railway systems—civil, electrical, mechanical, hardware, and software.
- Oversee implementation of Safety Integrity Levels (SIL) and ensure robust documentation.
The Skills That Set You Apart
- P.Eng designation or eligibility for certification in a Canadian province (or equivalent).
- 8+ years of experience in System Safety Management, ideally with large-scale railway systems.
- Proven application of EN50126, EN50128, and EN50129 standards; familiarity with CMREA and IEC61508 is an asset.
- Expertise in developing safety-related documentation and implementing ALARP risk reduction strategies.
- Ability to foster system safety awareness and competence within multidisciplinary teams.
Why Choose WSP?
- Proudly Canadian – we are a Top 100 Employer in Canada for 2026.
- A global community of 72,000 brilliant minds – your next idea, mentor, or opportunity is always within reach.
- Limitless opportunities start here – tailor your role to match your ambition.
- Flexible work, real balance – we support you on and off the job so you can be fully present in both work and life.
- Comprehensive benefits, virtual healthcare, wellness programs, and savings plans.
- A phenomenal collaborative culture and a workforce filled with genuinely good people doing humbly important work.
Ready to Shape the Future? Take the next step in your career and join us in redefining what's possible. Apply today and let's create lasting change together!
BC, AB, SK, NWT & NT: $135,200 – $179,100
MB & ON : $123,300 – $169,800
Atlantic Provinces & QC : $122,100 – $162,200
Disclosure: The final salary awarded for this role may vary from the above range based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, and business or organizational needs. The wage range provided in this job posting may be subject to change for business purposes.
#ECWE
About Us WSP is one of the world's leading professional services firms. Our purpose is to future proof our cities and environments.
We have over 65,000 team members across the globe. In Canada, our 12,000+ people are involved in everything from environmental remediation to urban planning, from engineering iconic buildings to designing sustainable transportation networks, from finding new ways to extract essential resources to developing renewable power sources for the future.
At WSP :
- We value our people and our reputation
- We are locally dedicated with international scale
- We are future focused and challenge the status quo
- We foster collaboration in everything we do
- We have an empowering culture and hold ourselves accountable
Please Note:
Health and Safety is a core paramount value of WSP. Given the importance of keeping one another safe it is expected that you comply with our Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) policy at all times as well as client HSE policies when working at client locations.
Offers of employment for safety-sensitive positions involving fieldwork are contingent upon candidates being able to perform key physical tasks of the job as described in the job posting and interview. This may include the ability to work in a variety of environmental conditions, such as remote or isolated areas, working alone, and in inclement weather (within safe and reasonable limits).
WSP welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.
WSP is committed to the principles of employment equity. Only the candidates selected will be contacted.
WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. For more information please READ THE FULL POLICY.
About WSP
What if you could shape built and natural environments – and the future of those that use them?
With us, you can.
As a leading professional services consulting firm, we plan, advise, design, manage and engineer long lasting solutions that benefit generations to come. With a Future Ready® mindset, we deliver solutions that shape the communities of tomorrow and help societies find ways to thrive sustainably today.
Imagine a better future for us all – and a better future for you.