Senior HSES Specialist

Squamish, BC
On-site
Posted Aug 4, 2026
1 position

$134,485–$172,931 / year

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Employment type: Full-time
Experience level: Senior · 5+ years
Minimum education: Bachelor’s degree
Posting language: English
Working hours: 40 hours per week

Job summary

The Senior HSES Specialist solves complex HSES-related problems and uses discipline-specific knowledge to improve HSES performance. They act with autonomy to balance field-based responsibilities with administrative duties while mentoring less experienced colleagues.

Job details

Job Overview: The Senior HSES Specialist uses best practices to solve complex HSES-related problems and uses discipline-specific knowledge to improve HSES Performance. They will act with a considerable degree of autonomy and have the ability to balance a field-based position and business administrative duties. They are comfortable working in a dynamic environment and will act as a resource for colleagues with less experience and share their conceptual and practical expertise related to the HSES discipline. Salary Range: $134,485 - $172,931. The range provided is for base salary contracted hours only. In addition, McDermott offers a competitive total rewards package, including project up-lift and bonuses. Responsibilities Key Tasks and Responsibilities: Implement McDermott HSES Management System considering the particularities of the Company, Client and applicable legislative regulatory requirements Drive a common and consistent risk based HSES culture Develop and implement HSES plans, procedures, and instructions as required by Contract and in line with corporate and legislative requirements Facilitate and participate in risk assessments and ensure risk registries are maintained up to date Develop HSES Activity plan and ensure all HSES requirements, including inspections, audits, and emergency response, are listed and scheduled Monitor for effectiveness and assist in the implementation of Project HSES Management Plan Prepare, schedule, and conduct internal and external HSES audits Complete subcontractor/vendor HSES pre-qualification and bid evaluation process Manage subcontractor/vendor HSES Performance Work closely with the PMT and sub-contractors on the development of suitable hazard control interventions Review client HSES documentation as required (Policies, Procedures, etc.) and perform Gap Analysis to Project procedures when required Establish and manage tangible KPI’s relevant to the area of responsibility Monitor HSES statistics and identify trends Report trends promptly and prepare action plans to promote continual improvement Actively participate in safety programs and other initiatives Plan, lead, and participate in HSES meetings Follow-up closeout and maintain HSES actions Ensure HSES resources are adequately assigned Complete personal development program and ensure appropriate development program for mentees Lead and assist with incident investigations and prepare reports Engage and facilitate HSES client interface where necessary Report all injuries, near misses, property and environmental incidents promptly Contribute to the production of HSES information, training, education, and awareness material for the Project and business line Assist with the development and maintenance of Emergency Procedures Maintain a high standard of safe working practice, quality, and productivity, and ensure compliance with the code of business conduct Coordinate Project HSES activities Qualifications Essential Qualifications and Education: Degree / Diploma (or equivalent combination of education and experience) in HSES related field Six (6) years of experience in the Energy Industry Advanced understanding of local and international HSES laws, codes, and regulations Trained and experienced ISO standards lead auditor (9001, 14001, or 45001) Ability to work as a team member as well as act as a team leader Maintain key competencies associated with the HSES function Statistical and data analysis ability Communication and presentation skills, both written and spoken Computer literate in Microsoft programs: Word, Access, PowerPoint, Excel, Project #LI-EB2 #LI-DNI Our ingenuity fuels daily life. Together, we’ve forged some of the most trusted partnerships across the energy value chain to make what was once just an idea a reality: laying subsea infrastructure thousands of feet below sea level, installing platforms hundreds of miles from shore, using our expertise to design and build offshore wind infrastructure, and reshaping the onshore landscape to deliver the energy products the world needs safely and sustainably. For more than 100 years, we've been making the impossible possible. Today, we're driving the energy transition with more than 30,000 of the brightest minds across 54 countries.

What you’ll do

Requirements

Candidates must hold a degree or diploma in an HSES-related field and possess at least six years of experience in the energy industry. Proficiency in ISO standards, regulatory compliance, and Microsoft Office software is required.