Regional Site Manager

Regional Site Manager

Halifax NS (Halifax locations and New Brunswick - Hybrid position) Full-time

Position Summary

We have a current vacancy for a Regional Site Manager to join our Team in Halifax NS. The Regional Site Manager is responsible for the overall operational management of the Thales sites within the region including Health Safety & Environment (HSE) Facilities Management and Physical Security. This role ensures compliance with corporate policies regulatory requirements and provides a safe secure and productive workplace for all employees and visitors.

The role works directly with the Functional Managers to ensure that regional demands are adequately met and oversees the day-to-day delivery of operations within the region including defining the priorities coordinating the on-site support of the operations functions and liaising with program stakeholders.

Essential Functions

Health Safety & Environment (HSE)
Lead and implement Thales HSE policies programs and culture across the regional sites.
Conduct risk assessments site inspections and incident investigations.
Ensure full compliance with local regulations and Thales Group HSE standards.
Oversee training programs emergency response plans and drills.
Drive continuous improvement in safety performance and environmental sustainability.
Chair local HSE committees and maintain documentation/reporting.
Facilities Management

Oversee day to day operations of the building infrastructure utilities and equipment.
Plan and coordinate site upgrades renovations and capital projects.
Define budgets for regional facilities and liaise with budget owners to ensure requirements are captured at either the business or program level
Support space planning potential office moves workplace optimization and asset management.
Security Management
Implement and enforce Thales Group Security policies and procedures.
Manage physical security programs including access control CCTV alarms and perimeter protection.
Conduct security risk assessments and support compliance with government and corporate requirements.
Manage visitor access identification badge systems and security awareness initiatives.
Support crisis management business continuity and incident response activities
Leadership & Stakeholder Engagement
Serve as the primary point of contact for internal stakeholders building management and regulatory agencies.
Partner with HR IT Operations and Corporate Real Estate to ensure seamless site operations.
Lead site committees (HSE Security Facilities).
Support internal communication and change management initiatives.
Build a strong culture of safety security and operational excellence at the site

Minimum Requirements

Bachelors degree in Business Administration Operations Management Facilities Management Occupational Health & Safety Security Management or a related field.
5 years of experience in facilities management HSE security or site operations (preferably in industrial defence or high security environments).
Knowledge of local HSE regulations building codes and security standards.
Experience managing vendors and contractors
Excellent communication leadership and stakeholder management skills.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience working in aerospace defence or high-tech manufacturing sectors
Familiar with the Microsoft suite of products (Word Excel PowerPoint Teams Visio etc.)
Language: English (Essential)

Physical Demands

Predominantly office work but may occasionally be required to work in dockyards and onboard Naval ships

Special Position Requirements

Travel: Occasional domestic or international travel may be required

The reference Total Target Compensation (TTC) market range for this position inclusive of annual base salary and the variable compensation target is between Total Target Cash (TTC) 138000..00 CAD Annual.

This reflects how companies in a similar industry and geographic region generally pay for similar jobs. This range helps the Company make pay decisions as one data point among many. Where a position falls within this range is also dependent on other factors including but not limited to the employees career path history competencies skills and performance as well as the companys annual salary budget the customers program requirements and the companys internal equity. Thales may offer additional benefits and other compensation depending on circumstances not related to an applicants status protected by local state or federal law.

We use artificial intelligenceenabled tools as part of our recruitment process to support activities such as candidate discovery résumé matching and interview scheduling. These tools may help screen and assess applications and recommend potential matches based on the requirements within the job description. All hiring decisions including candidate evaluation selection and disposition are made by human recruiters. Artificial intelligence does not make hiring decisions on our behalf.

Thales provides an extensive benefits program for all full-time employees working 24 or more hours per week and their eligible dependents including the following:

Company paid Extended Health Dental HSA Life AD&D Short-term Disability Cancer Care Program travel insurance Employee Assistance Plan and Well-Being program.

Retirement Savings Plans (RRSP DCPP TFSA) with a company contribution and a match to a DCPP with no vesting period.

Company paid holidays vacation days and paid sick leave.

Voluntary Life AD&D Critical Illness Long-Term Disability.

Employee Discounts on home auto and gym membership.

Thales is an equal opportunity employer which values diversity and inclusivity in the workplace. Thales is committed to providing accommodations in all parts of the interview process. Applicants selected for an interview who require accommodation are asked to advise accordingly upon the invitation for an interview. We will work with you to meet your needs. All accommodation information provided will be treated as confidential and used only for the purpose of providing an accessible candidate experience.