Health, Safety and Environment Advisor

Discover the possible

Anything is possible at the National Research Council (NRC)recently named one of Canadas 2025 Top Employers for Young People a 2025 Top Employer in the National Capital Region and Forbes Canadas Best Employers!

As Canadas leading research and technology organization our world-renowned research pushes the boundaries of science and engineering to make the impossible possible. Every day we explore new ideas through innovative research and help companies discover possibilities that impact Canadas future and the world.

At the NRC youll also discover new possibilities. Our supportive workplace fosters a culture of creativity welcoming fresh perspectives and innovation at all levels. We value teamwork. Youll collaborate across multiple fields and with the brightest minds to find creative solutions. Most importantly youll discover whats possible within you as you grow make valuable contributions and progress in your professional journey. From ground-breaking discoveries to a life-changing career discover your possible at the NRC.

The Role

We are looking for a Health Safety and Environment Advisor to support our Health Safety and Environment Branch (HSE). The Health Safety and Environment Advisor would be someone who shares our core values of Integrity Excellence Respect and Creativity.

Your primary responsibilities:

• Advising promoting and coaching management and employees on relevant HSE work standards tools practices procedures and regulations;
• Partnering with Site/Client for the application and implementation of the Hazard prevention program;
• Assisting with hazardous occurrence incident investigations identification of causes and appropriate measures;
• Participating in the development of the sites/clients HSE strategy and setting of pertinent goals and action plans;
• Working with clients to identify adequate HSE resources (outsourced training or services) and required PPE for the specific tasks;
• Actively participating in operational and group meetings townhalls committees as required.

What we are looking for:

• Strong interpersonal skills and the desire to learn about new clients new policies and programs;
• Demonstrated experience in the implementation of safety programs in mostly industrial or research environments;
• Fine tuned analytical and communication skills.

Your work environment:

• NRC is involved with innovative research in transportation engineering life and medical sciences and emerging technologies in computer science electronics astronomy and nanotechnology each with its own unique HSE challenges!
• Each research area presents a variety of aspects ranging from worker health and protection to animal safety biosafety radiation safety hazardous materials management noise and air emissions waste waters species at risk and the list goes on
• NRCs HSE Branch works in collaboration with the research centres to proactively establish promote and implement best practices in HSE management enabling the health and safety of our employees our neighbouring communities and the protection of our environment!
• You will partner with your assigned clients in the research centres and corporate branches to expand upon a HSE culture that works proactively.

Why work with us

• Immersion in a world of research and innovation
• Canadas success in the innovation ecosystem
• Passion combined with purpose
• Teamwork and collaboration
• A diverse inclusive and respectful workplace
• Work-life balance options
• Learning and professional development opportunities
• Competitive benefits such as:

o Comprehensive health and dental plans

o Equitable vacation sick and other leave entitlements

o Exhaustive disability insurance and pension plans

Screening Criteria

Applicants must demonstrate within the content of their application that they meet the following screening criteria in order to be given further consideration as candidates:

Education

Bachelors degree in science (chemistry biology biochemistry environment) engineering or industrial hygiene.

Equivalent level of training knowledge and experience may be considered (as an alternate to the above).

Assets but not a requirement:

• OSH or Environmental certification or diploma
• CRSP (Canadian Registered Safety Professional) certification

For information oncertificates and diplomas issued abroad please see Degree equivalency

Experience

• Significant* experience providing guidance advice and support in relation to occupational health safety and environment in multi-faceted work operations.
• Experience working in a scientific engineering and/or industrial work environment supporting the implementation of health & safety related regulations policies and programs. This includes experience performing risk assessments preparing safe work procedures conducting audits or workplace inspections providing emergency response support and-participating in investigations following incidents and accidents.
• Experience in the implementation of HSE programs.

* Significant is defined as at least 3 years of experience.

Asset but not a requirement:Experience in the development of HSE programs.

Condition of Employment

Reliability Status

For a Reliability Status verification of background information over a period of 5 years is required.

Must be able to work in a physical environment requiring manual dexterity crouching bending and handling heavy and bulky objects.

Must wear protective equipment when needed.

Language Requirements

BilingualImperativeBBB/BBB

Information on language requirements and self-assessment tests

Assessment Criteria

Candidates will be assessed on the basis of the following criteria:

Technical Competencies

• Knowledge of the Canada Labour Code Part II and the Canadian Environmental Protection Act including their associated legislation and regulations.
• Ability to interpret applicable health and safety legislation relevant standards and/or accepted best practices.
• Ability to synthesize multiple sources of information or summarize complex problems and present the subject in a concise written or oral briefing.
• Ability to provide advice and guidance to clients.

Behavioural Competencies

Competency Profile(s)

• Management services - Client focus (Level 2)
• Management services - Communication (Level 2)
• Management services - Results orientation (Level 2)
• Management services - Teamwork (Level 2)
• Management services - Conceptual and analytical ability (Level 2)

Competency Profile:

For this position the NRC will evaluate candidates using the following competency profile: Management Services

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Compensation

From $78167to $91895per annum.

In addition the incumbent who meets the language requirements will receive the Bilingualism Bonus of $800per year.

NRC employees enjoy a wide-range of competitive benefits including a robust pension plan comprehensive health and dental coverage disability and life insurance office closure at the end of December and additional supports to enhance your well-being throughout your career and beyond.

Notes

• In 2025 the NRC has been chosen as one of Canadas Top Employers for Young People the National Capital Regions Top Employers and Forbes Canadas Best Employers.
• This position is being advertised internally and externally simultaneously however first consideration will be given to internal NRC applicants.
• Relocation assistance will be determined in accordance with the NRCs directives.
• A pre-qualified listmay be established for similar positions for a one year period.
• Preference will be given to Canadian Citizens and Permanent Residents of Canada. Please include citizenship information in your application.
• The incumbent must adhere to safe workplace practices at all times.
• We thank all those who apply however only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.