Position: Director - Environmental Health and Safety
Position Type: Full time
Location: Surrey, BC (other Western Canadian locations may be considered)

WHO WE ARE:

Velocity Truck Centres Canada provides full-service support, including sales, maintenance, parts, collision repair, and financing. Representing top brands like Freightliner, Western Star, Thomas Built, Autocar, and Trailers, we are committed to Speed, Value, and Trust for our customers and employees. With 16 branches across Alberta and British Columbia and over 100 locations worldwide in Canada, the USA, Mexico, and Australia, we offer exciting career growth opportunities and are looking for dedicated professionals to join our team.

POSITION OVERVIEW:

Reporting directly to the President of Velocity Truck Centres Canada, the Director of Environmental Health & Safety (EH&S) will be responsible for developing and executing a comprehensive EH&S strategy aligned with Velocity Truck Centres’ business goals and the Velocity Vehicle Group’s global safety framework. This role will be a critical part of the Canadian Executive team and will partner closely with senior and branch leadership, operations, and cross-functional teams to champion a culture of safety, regulatory compliance, and continuous improvement.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Health, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.
• Professional safety designation such as CRSP, CSP, or equivalent preferred.
• 10+ years of progressive EH&S leadership experience, ideally within transportation, heavy equipment, or dealership environments.
• In-depth knowledge of Canadian occupational health and safety legislation and workers’ compensation systems across multiple provinces.
• Proven success developing and implementing safety programs that reduce incidents and drive cultural change.
• Experience leading WCB claims management and return-to-work planning.
• Strong leadership, communication, and influencing skills with the ability to build trust across all levels of the organization.
• Analytical mindset with experience using EH&S software and reporting tools.
• Comfortable working in shop environments and traveling to locations across Canada as needed.