National Energy Equipment Inc. is the largest wholesale distributor and service provider of energy related products & equipment in Canada, providing service from coast to coast. Our greatest strength is our employees and our objective is to provide the best sales and service support in our industries, while synergizing product offerings for optimum benefit to our customers.
Under the guidance of the National Health & Safety Manager, you will maintain and lead health & safety programs, conduct inspections and audits as well as meetings and training sessions. This role will provide practical expertise and tactical execution of the Company’s H&S programs, resulting in legislative compliance and a safe, healthy and secure working environment.
This position will be based out of our Montreal, QC branch with consistent travel within Montreal and eventually within Atlantic Canada.

QUALIFICATIONS:

· Fluently bilingual in both French & English
· 3-5 years of experience in Health and Safety and/or working towards a Certified Registered Safety Professional designation (CRSP / PSAC)
· Strong knowledge of OHSA/OSHA and related legislation
· Experience and/or knowledge within the retail petroleum industry is an asset
· Strong interpersonal, communication and relationship-building skills
· Flexible, open and an approachable attitude
· Ability to liaise with and build-effective working relationships with various business partners and managing collaborative strategic relationships and partnerships both internally and with subcontractors
· Abilit to effectively work with minimal supervision within a collaborative team setting
· Experience with safety audits
· Knowledge of ISNetworld, Avetta and ComplyWorks contractor sites would be an asset

EDUCATION:

· Post Secondary education, specializing in Occupational Health & Safety or equivalent experience

· Ensure effective & consistent implementation of Health and Safety policies and programs, influencing leadership teams; act as the conduit for guidance and advice
· Partner with Operations to ensure all safety issues are addressed & resolved.
· Guide leaders to improve safety behaviours
· Maintain knowledge of all applicable current and proposed legislative requirements and trends in occupational health and safety
· Be the visible, front-line representative for health & safety on site
· Conduct in person / on-site audits in warehouses, shops, offices and with service technicians to ensure that the actions resulting from these audits and action plans are appropriately prioritized and implemented.
· Investigate incidents, conduct root-cause analysis and provide recommendations for corrective and preventive measures
· Assist with the development and improve programs related to Health and Safety.
· Monitor and stay updated on new legislation, industry trends and best practices