Director Environment Health Safety

Job summary

The HSE Director will provide strategic leadership to develop and implement a corporate HSE Management System across multiple business units. The role focuses on strengthening safety culture, ensuring regulatory compliance, and managing enterprise risk across high-risk operational environments.

Job details

Our client is a diversified Western Canadian organization operating across multiple business units in safety-sensitive, project-based, and operational environments. With a strong commitment to operational excellence, risk management, and continuous improvement, the organization delivers complex work within highly regulated industries and is focused on building a world-class culture of health, safety, and environmental performance. As part of its continued evolution, the organization is seeking an experienced HSE DIRECTOR to provide strategic leadership, strengthen organizational safety culture, and drive continuous improvement across the business. Based in Greater Vancouver, this is a newly created executive leadership position that reflects the organization's commitment to enhancing safety performance, strengthening accountability, and supporting long-term growth. This role is viewed as a strategic addition to the leadership team and will play a critical role in shaping the future direction of HSE performance throughout the organization. About the Role Reporting to senior executive leadership, the HSE Director will serve as the organization's senior safety authority and trusted advisor on health, safety, environmental, and risk management matters. The successful candidate will work closely with operational leaders, project teams, and field personnel to develop and implement best-in-class HSE programs, systems, and initiatives. This individual will have visibility across multiple business units and will be responsible for fostering a proactive culture centered on accountability, engagement, and continuous improvement. Key Responsibilities Develop, implement, and continuously improve the corporate HSE Management System. Lead the organization's HSE strategy across multiple business units and operating locations. Promote a proactive, people-focused culture of safety and environmental stewardship. Support executive leadership through risk assessments, performance reporting, and strategic planning. Drive continuous improvement initiatives that strengthen organizational HSE performance. Operational Excellence & Risk Management Ensure compliance with applicable health, safety, and environmental legislation and regulatory requirements. Develop and maintain HSE policies, procedures, standards, and best practices. Lead enterprise risk management initiatives, including hazard identification, risk assessments, and mitigation planning. Monitor organizational performance through audits, inspections, observations, incident analysis, and key performance metrics. Incident Prevention & Response Lead investigations involving significant incidents and high-potential events. Ensure root causes are identified and corrective actions are effectively implemented. Oversee emergency response, crisis management, and business continuity planning initiatives. Environmental Stewardship Support environmental compliance programs and corporate sustainability objectives. Promote responsible environmental practices across projects and operations. Ensure environmental risks are appropriately identified and managed. Projects & Operations The HSE Director will provide oversight across a diverse portfolio of operational and project-based activities throughout Western Canada. Work environments may include: Major infrastructure projects Industrial facilities and operations Construction and maintenance activities Energy and utility-related projects Manufacturing and fabrication environments Resource-sector and remote site operations Multi-contractor and equipment-intensive worksites These environments require strong leadership, effective contractor management, rigorous risk controls, and the ability to support teams operating in complex and highly regulated settings. Qualifications Degree or diploma in Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Science, Engineering, or a related discipline. Professional designation such as CRSP, CSP, CHSC, CIH, P.Eng., or equivalent is considered a strong asset. Minimum 10 years of progressive HSE leadership experience. Demonstrated experience leading corporate HSE programs across multiple operations, projects, or business units. Experience within industrial, infrastructure, construction, energy, manufacturing, resource, or other high-risk environments. Proven success implementing management systems, improving safety performance, and leading organizational change initiatives. Key Competencies Executive-level leadership and influencing skills. Strong understanding of occupational health, safety, and environmental regulations. Experience developing and implementing HSE management systems and governance frameworks. Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement abilities. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Ability to balance strategic thinking with practical operational solutions. Demonstrated success driving cultural transformation and continuous improvement. To apply for this position, please send your resume in Word format to vivian.ramos@trsstaffing.com We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those selected for interviews will be contacted. TRS Staffing Solutions (Canada) Inc. specializes in supplying engineers, designers, project managers, and other technical and professional services personnel to a broad spectrum of industries worldwide. We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment without regard to race; color; age; sex; sexual orientation; gender identity; religion; national origin; disability; veteran status; genetic information; or any other criteria protected by governing law.

What you’ll do

The HSE Director will provide strategic leadership to develop and implement a corporate HSE Management System across multiple business units. The role focuses on strengthening safety culture, ensuring regulatory compliance, and managing enterprise risk across high-risk operational environments.

Requirements

Candidates must have a degree or diploma in OHS, Environmental Science, or Engineering, with at least 10 years of progressive HSE leadership experience. Professional designations such as CRSP, CSP, or P.Eng are considered strong assets.

Listed skills

• Change Management · Preferred
• Performance Reporting · Preferred
• Regulatory Compliance · Preferred
• Risk Management · Preferred
• crisis management · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Strategic Leadership
• HSE Management Systems
• Risk Management
• Regulatory Compliance
• Incident Investigation
• Environmental Stewardship
• Stakeholder Engagement
• Change Management
• Emergency Response Planning
• Audit and Inspection
• Hazard Identification
• Contractor Management
• Performance Reporting
• Cultural Transformation
• Crisis Management
• Strategic Planning

Job areas

• Security & Safety
• Management & Leadership
• Environmental & Sustainability
• Construction
• Engineering