SH&E/Risk Manager – Canada (Strategic & Regulatory Lead)

Savage Companies

  • Edmonton, AB
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 1 month ago
At Savage, we know our valued Team Members are key to our shared success. We are seeking a dedicated and knowledgeable SH&E/Risk Manager – Canada (Strategic & Regulatory Lead) to support several of our Canadian operations. In this role, you will lead safety, health, environmental, and risk-management efforts, ensure regulatory compliance across multiple provinces, and support operations in building a strong safety culture focused on prevention, training, and continuous improvement. This position plays a critical role in helping our teams operate safely, effectively, and in alignment with Canadian regulatory standards.
This role will be based in Edmonton, AB and has a travel requirement of around 60%.These are just a few of the benefits you can expect from working with Savage:
  • A culture that appreciates Team Members
  • Competitive annual salary and performance bonus opportunities
  • Excellent benefits including medical, dental, vision, and RRSP (Registered Retirement Savings Plan) with match into a DPSP (Deferred Profit Sharing Plan)
Responsibilities / Job Duties:
  • Work closely with all operations managers and their safety teams in implementing all safety-related portions of Savage’s S7 System
  • Development and delivery of procedural and regulatory training
  • Lead Business operations in achieving the goal of zero incidents
  • Lead Safety, Health & Environmental (SH&E) efforts of the Refinery Services Business
  • Establish a proactive SH&E process towards incident prevention
  • Ensure all work is performed in compliance with applicable Canadian Federal and Provincial regulatory requirements
  • Ensure team members follow proper safety rules and processes
  • Implement and conduct training to ensure all Team Members are properly trained to perform their work safely
  • Ensure regulatory compliance; ensure all permits and reports are properly completed and submitted
  • Ensure compliance with:
  • Provincial Occupational Health & Safety Acts
  • Canada Labour Code (where applicable)
  • Transportation of Dangerous Goods (TDG) Regulations
  • Canadian Environmental Protection Act (CEPA)
  • Applicable Provincial Environmental Protection Acts
  • Interface with key customer SH&E contacts and assist operations in implementing and executing customer-driven programs or emphasis areas (including involvement with each Refinery’s Contractor Safety Team activities)
  • Own the Safety Specialist Program for the Business
  • Ensure incidents are properly reported to internal and external parties including appropriate Provincial authorities
  • Assists in the start-up of new businesses, products, and processes
  • Lead Savage team on customer safety audits
  • Provide strategic coaching and mentoring for up to four (4) dot-line reports
  • Lead the root cause investigation process when events happen
  • Spend time visiting the operations and time in the field with the front-line team members
  • Track leading indicators to address trends within the unit
  • Gives and receives support to other operations when needed
  • Perform safety inspections and observations at operations
  • Responsible for growth, development, and continuing education and certification of SH&E supervisors (building bench strength)
Canadian Risk & Claims Oversight: * Oversee all Canadian risk claims, including:
  • Workers’ Compensation claims (all provinces)
  • Auto liability claims
  • General liability claims
  • Environmental claims
  • Ensure compliance with reporting requirements of Provincial Workers’ Compensation Boards including but not limited to:
  • WorkSafeBC
  • WCB Alberta
  • WCB Saskatchewan
  • WCB Manitoba
  • WSIB Ontario
  • CNESST Quebec
  • Atlantic Provincial WCB authorities
  • Coordinate with insurance carriers, third-party administrators, legal counsel, and Provincial regulators
  • Monitor claim reserves and cost trends
  • Ensure return-to-work and modified duty processes align with Provincial legislation
  • Provide regular claims reporting to the Group Safety Director
  • Escalate high-exposure claims or regulatory enforcement actions
Requirements/Qualifications:
  • Broad knowledge and understanding of safety, including Canadian Occupational Health & Safety legislation and Provincial regulatory frameworks, with some knowledge of environmental and rail best practices
  • Ability to analyze situations and data and make sound decisions
  • Training experience preferred
  • Computer skills (MS Office Suite)
  • Excellent communication skills, written and spoken; excellent organizational skills & multi-tasking
  • Impeccable integrity
  • Detail-oriented and self-starter, with the ability to prioritize tasks
  • Sets the standard for safety, professionalism, and performance
  • Excellent people skills – good listener and communicator, both written and oral
  • Responds well to high-pressure situations
  • Has “Ownership” spirit
  • Treats people fairly, with dignity and respect
  • Embraces and teaches company culture
Preferred Education/Experience:
  • Bachelor's Degree in Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Science, Industrial Hygiene, or related Canadian-recognized field
  • 5+ years’ experience in a safety leadership role
  • Experience in petrochemical, refining, rail, or heavy industrial environments within Canada. Previous rail, DOT, and petrochemical experience
  • Experience working within multi-province regulatory environments preferred
Physical Requirements:
  • 60% travel required within Canadian provinces
  • Ability to climb ladders, racks, and tanks
  • Ability to walk on uneven surfaces
  • Ability to work indoors in an office environment, as well as outdoors in changing weather conditions
  • Willing to always wear appropriate PPE when needed and set the example
  • Valid Canadian driver’s license required
  • Valid passport
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