HSE Specialist at Emera New Brunswick

City of Saint John, New Brunswick, Canada -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

21 Apr, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

21 Jan, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Health Safety, Environmental Stewardship, Safety Observations, Inspections, Safety Meetings, Job Hazard Assessments, Environmental Inspections, Mitigation Plans, Contractor Management, Risk Assessment, Data Collection, Communication, Organizational Skills, Leadership Skills, GIS, Technical Support

Industry

Description

The Opportunity Company, Department: Emera New Brunswick, Health, Safety & Environment Location: Saint John, New Brunswick Closing Date: February 4, 2026 We are looking for a Health, Safety and Environment (HSE) Specialist to join the Emera New Brunswick (ENB) Team. Reporting to the HSE Manager, you will join a team of professionals in our Saint John Office. Key elements of this role include: Conducting health, safety and environmental stewardship work in an office setting and in the field, along the Brunswick Pipeline 145-km long right-of-way (ROW) Generally, the HSE Specialist works 3 days per week in the field and 2 days per week in the office. This varies depending on the season. Implementing ENB’s Health & Safety Program, including: Conducting safety observations and inspections Coordinating and conducting safety meetings Delivering safety orientations for contractors and employees Following and promoting use of safe work procedures Developing job hazard assessments for non-routine field work Implementing ENB’s Environmental Protection Program, including: Using area maps and GIS to locate and document environmental field work Conducting environmental inspections of the Brunswick Pipeline ROW Developing mitigation plans for environmental issues and securing approvals for the work Implementing mitigation procedures such as access, vegetation and waste management Coordinating field work and landowner notifications with ENB’s operations team Managing contractors performing environmental maintenance activities Ensuring field work is conducted in accordance with applicable permits Promoting a strong safety culture, including identifying and addressing deficiencies, new hazards or risks, and areas for improvement Acting as a resource to ENB employees and contractors with respect to health, safety and environmental protection matters Working with the HSE Manager to develop and implement work plans and budgets Participating in audits and other compliance activities related to the Health, Safety and Environment Programs Supporting health, safety and environment data collection, analysis and presentation Assisting the HSE Manager with document and records management Supporting Emera corporate health, safety and environment initiatives as required Assisting with any incident investigations Operating company vehicle and side-by-side/UTV in a safe manner Occasionally working evenings or weekends as required Participating in emergency response exercises and incident command training Conducting other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the HSE Manager These skills will make you successful: A Bachelor’s Degree in Environmental Sciences and/or Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety 5 years’ experience implementing safety and/or environmental programs A working knowledge of applicable codes, standards, federal and provincial health & safety and environmental regulations Desire to be part of a collaborative team of office and field employees Understanding risk assessment and risk management concepts Ability to work collaboratively with contractors and understand their drivers to achieve positive safety outcomes General knowledge of Word, Excel, and PowerPoint and an ability to learn to use various data management, GIS & asset management tools Experience in the following areas would be considered strong assets: Pipeline ROW maintenance activities particularly related to environmental issues mitigation tactics and strategies General knowledge of pipeline operations and related facilities Safety plan reviews and oversight Contractor management Technical support for regulatory reporting and compliance activities You have a high level of personal integrity, attention to details, and an ability to work independently to meet given deadlines You can demonstrate excellence in verbal and written communication as well as strong technical and investigative skills You are a high-functioning professional who possesses excellent organizational and leadership skills. You take a collaborative approach as a relationship builder with an appropriate sense of urgency Must have a valid driver’s license with a clean driver's abstract that must be obtained no more than 30 days prior to employment start date We understand that experience comes in many forms, and we’re dedicated to adding new perspectives to the team. So, if your experience is close to what we’ve listed above, please consider applying. Learn more about our culture and values At the Emera Group of Companies, you’ll be part of an inclusive, respectful workplace where everyone is welcomed and supported. Come build a career as unique as you are: making an impact from Atlantic Canada to the world. Your experience and perspective will help us to safely deliver cleaner, more reliable energy to our customers. If working in an innovative environment, challenging yourself, and shaping a cleaner energy future inspires you, we want to hear from you. Apply by February 4, 2026 and let us know why this role is right for you. The perks of joining our team? We offer: - Health & Wellbeing: A comprehensive benefits plan, 24/7 access to virtual health care services for you and your family through Dialogue, access to a free on-site fitness centre, Employee and Family Assistance Program, parental leave top-up plan and wellness benefits. - Grow Your Career: Opportunities to advance within and between our affiliate companies, a focus on employee development and available sponsored education programs. - Community Engagement & Care: Corporate investments in the places where our people live and work, mentoring opportunities, fundraising-matching and; volunteer programs, various committees and employee resource groups, and scholarships for children of employees. - Competitive Compensation: Short-term incentive plan and a Defined Contribution Pension Plan. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion at Emera As one of Atlantic Canada’s largest publicly traded companies, we are ranked one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers, Top Employers for Young People and Top Diversity Employers. We know our success is driven by our dedicated teams and we strongly encourage applications from all qualified candidates, including persons who identify as racially visible, Indigenous, persons with disabilities, women in underrepresented roles and members of the 2SLGBTQ+ community. Applicants from these equity groups may self-identify through the online application process. We support candidates and employees with access and accommodation needs and encourage you to let us know when you require accommodation. Recruitment & Promotion Policy The success of the Emera Company is driven by its people: a strong team with a shared commitment to support the Emera Company mission and values. The purpose of our recruitment policy is to provide a consistent framework to support fair and equitable attraction, hiring, and retention of the best talent for vacant positions. We are dedicated to maintaining a fair hiring process that provides equitable opportunities to all our applicants and is guided by our company values.

Responsibilities

The HSE Specialist will conduct health, safety, and environmental stewardship work both in the office and in the field, particularly along the Brunswick Pipeline. They will implement health and safety programs, conduct inspections, and manage contractors performing environmental maintenance activities.