ABB

Health, Safety and Environment Advisor – 15-Month Contract

ABB
Posted 10/20/2026full-timeSaint-Jean-sur-Richelieu • CanadaMid-LevelSeniorWebsite
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Demonstrates expertise in Occupational Health and Safety, focusing on continuous improvement methodologies, risk assessment, and compliance with health and safety regulations. Proven ability to lead initiatives that enhance HSE performance and foster a culture of safety within multidisciplinary teams.

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Occupational Health And Safety DegreeRoot Cause Analysis (RCA)Lean ManufacturingISO 14001 / 45001 KnowledgeHSE Compliance

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Lead the continuous improvement of HSE performance by deploying the group’s management systems, training programs and improvement initiatives
  • Conduct risk assessments to identify risk factors and recommend technical and organizational solutions
  • Monitor action plans and ensure the effective implementation of preventive and corrective measures
  • Collaborate with engineering, production and maintenance teams to design and improve workstations, equipment and methods by integrating safety-by-design principles
  • Support managers and supervisors in understanding their legal and organizational HSE obligations and integrating best prevention practices
  • Ensure the availability and proper use of safety equipment and work tools, while identifying training needs related to operational risks
  • Participate in HSE audits and ensure compliance with the group’s management system requirements
  • Lead incident investigations and conduct root cause analyses (RCA), taking human factors into consideration
  • Engage stakeholders to strengthen the prevention culture, promote HSE initiatives and communicate performance results
  • Plan and lead improvement projects (Lean, process optimization and reduction of physical strain) and monitor performance indicators
  • Participate in the department’s daily administrative documentation to support the monitoring of HSE KPIs

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • University degree specializing in Occupational Health and Safety
  • Relevant health and safety experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment
  • Knowledge of applicable occupational health and safety laws and standards
  • Proficiency in root cause analysis tools and methodologies (RCA, 5 Whys and Ishikawa)
  • Proficiency in continuous improvement methodologies (Lean manufacturing, Kaizen and 5S)
  • Demonstrated ability to analyze complex issues and propose concrete, sustainable and measurable solutions
  • Experience collaborating with multidisciplinary teams (engineering, operations, OHS and HR) and working in a unionized environment
  • Proactive, solutions-oriented and continuous-improvement mindset
  • Excellent communication, technical communication and team-engagement skills
  • Proficiency with computer tools
  • Knowledge of ISO 14001 / 45001 standards is an asset
  • Lockout/tagout knowledge is an asset
  • ASP Construction card is an asset

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • 100% on-site work model
  • Commitment to an inclusive and diverse workplace
  • Reasonable accommodations available for candidates with disabilities

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Hard Skills
Risk AssessmentContinuous Improvement MethodologiesRoot Cause Analysis Tools5 WhysIshikawaLeanKaizen5SPerformance IndicatorsSafety Equipment Management
Soft Skills
Excellent CommunicationTeam EngagementProactive MindsetSolutions-OrientedAnalytical Skills
Tools & Technologies
Computer ToolsSafety EquipmentWork ToolsHSE Management Systems
Certifications & Qualifications
ASP Construction Card
Industry Keywords
Manufacturing EnvironmentIndustrial EnvironmentOccupational Health And Safety LawsHSE AuditsUnionized Environment