Senior Director - Health, Safety & Environment ()

The Senior Director of Health Safety & Environment (HSE) will lead the development implementation and transformation of the HSE function across Canada for Sodexo. The role involves driving safety performance ensuring regulatory compliance and fostering a strong safety culture within the organization. The Senior Director will work to simplify and elevate the HSE strategy creating a strong framework for risk management compliance and cultural change. This role also involves aligning HSE practices with federal provincial and local regulations while driving a cultural shift that emphasizes both engagement and compliance. The Senior Director will play a key role in reshaping and leading the HSE vision for the company both strategically and operationally ensuring alignment across all teams and functions.

How Youll Make an Impact:

• Health & Safety Country Operations (60%)

  • Serve as the lead HSE expert for Canada ensuring that all health and safety operations meet or exceed regulatory requirements.

  • Develop and implement a comprehensive HSE strategy aligned with federal provincial and local legislation while maintaining consistency with Sodexos policies processes and procedures.

  • Foster and maintain a health and safety culture across all levels of the organization by developing clear policies procedures and processes that are practical and actionable in day-to-day operations.

  • Drive a cultural transformation in health and safety balancing compliance with engagement and ensuring that both elements are embedded within the organizations operations.

  • Develop and communicate HSE policies procedures and practices through multiple channels (e.g. documents emails collateral) ensuring that internal communications are clear and effective across all levels of the organization.

• HSE Country Projects Systems & Programs (20%)

  • Lead initiatives programs and projects aimed at raising awareness and establishing the highest standards of health and safety across all segments and geographies in Canada.

  • Work in collaboration with NORAM Health and Safety teams to ensure alignment of global regional and country-specific HSE communications and strategies.

  • Promote consistency in safety initiatives and drive continuous improvement across all business operations and environments.

• Team Leadership & Management (20%)

  • Manage mentor and develop a high-performing HSE management team to ensure successful deployment and compliance with safety programs.

  • Align safety support across all segments and ensure the team is equipped to meet organizational safety objectives.

  • Collaborate with health and safety professionals across the organization to ensure the sharing of best practices and the consistent implementation of safety programs.

  • Motivate engage and inspire the HSE community across the country driving passion and enthusiasm for safety within the workforce.

Qualifications :

What Youll Need to Succeed:

• Post-secondary education in HSE or related field or equivalent experience.

• 8 years managing safety programs in medium to large multi-site environments.

• 15 years total experience in Health and Safety management.

• Food safety experience is an asset.

• 8 years in progressive leadership or management roles in HSE.

• CRSP or equivalent certification is an asset.

• Certified COR Auditor is an asset.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word Excel PowerPoint Outlook).

• Strong technical writing and communication skills.

• In-depth knowledge of multi-provincial Health and Safety regulations.

• Proven ability to lead engage and influence senior leaders globally.

• Strong project management and problem-solving skills.

• Proficiency in English required; bilingual (English/French) is an asset.

Additional Information :

What Makes Sodexo Different:  

Working with Sodexo is more than a job; its a chance to be part of something greater because we believe our everyday actions have a big impact. You belong in a company that allows you to act with purpose and thrive in your own way. In addition we offer:

• Flexible work environment
• Competitive compensation & great employee benefits
• Training and development programs
• Countless opportunities for growth
• Corporate responsibility & sustainability
• An award-winning employer for Sustainability Diversity & Inclusion Corporate Social Responsibility and much more. View Sodexos latest awards here
• And so much more!     

Sodexo is committed to Employment Equity and Diversity. We do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of national origin race religion ethnic group age disability gender sexual preference sexual or gender identity status as a veteran or any other federal provincial or local protected class. 

We welcome and encourage applications from people with disabilities. Accommodation is available on request from candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.  

Sodexo is committed to providing a safe and healthy working environment for our team members customers clients contractors business partners guests and members of the public with whom we regularly interact. We require that all new hires in hospitals long term care facilities and senior homes to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and may require any other new hires to be fully vaccinated based on the location and scope of their employment.

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