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Health & Safety Specialist


Company : Montrose Environmental Group


Location : Edmonton,


Created : 2026-04-27


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Health and Safety Specialist Location: Calgary or Edmonton, Alberta (choose one) As a Health and Safety Specialist you will join our Calgary or Edmonton office as part of our Environmental and Employee Health & Safety Group. The successful applicant will be involved in a broad range of projects with responsibilities as follows: This role balances handson field support with program development, auditing, and advisory responsibilities. Provide H&S support for Montrose project teams involved in Assessment, Remediation, Reclamation and Monitoring (ARRM) service line, including contaminated site assessments, remediation and reclamation activities, drilling programs, and constructionadjacent field operations. Support the coordination of local joint occupational health and safety committees. Influence strong safety practices and culture to generate engagement and commitment from all employees. Partner with the business, advise and coach leaders and employees to successfully conduct hazard assessment, emergency response planning and inspections. Conduct infield health and safety inspections. Field work may include remote or industrial sites and variable weather conditions, including winter field operations. Lead incident investigations and root cause analyses to identify corrective actions that will address root causes and prevent future incidents. Serve as an internal Certificate of Recognition (COR) Health & Safety Auditor, including leading or supporting internal audits, coordinating external audits, and tracking corrective actions, commensurate with experience. Provide subject matter expertise and collaborate with teams for the development or implementation of programs (e.g., ground disturbance, excavation safety, off highway vehicle safety, driving safety, hot work permits, electrical safety for nonelectrical workers, confined space entry) that meet the needs of the organization, our clients and legislation. Provide subject matter expertise for the development of communications and training, including orientations and onboarding, risk assessment, emergency response, respiratory protection and ground disturbance. Identify trends and issues for the teams and activities you support and engage leaders to proactively develop solutions. Support the development and implementation of health and safety online and digital management tools (e.g., Benchmark, Workday Learning, Motive, Get Home Safe). What We Are Looking For Minimum 5 years of experience in a health and safety role including field experience. Occupational Health and Safety Certificate or relevant degree required. Canadian Registered Safety Professional designation preferred. Canadian Registered Safety Technician or National Construction Safety Officer designation will be considered. Experience building collaborative partnerships and effective working relationships with all levels of employees. Strong working knowledge of Canadian OHS legislation, with specific experience navigating AB, BC, SK, MB and ON OHS requirements and COR standards. Ability to apply critical thinking to organizational problems involving Health & Safety. Proficient technical writing and adept organizational and project management skills. Experience supporting construction, environmental, industrial, or energyadjacent projects in Alberta is an asset. Experience using digital H&S management systems (e.g., Benchmark, Workday Learning, Motive, Get Home Safe or equivalent platforms) is an asset. H&S auditing experience is an asset. Industrial hygiene experience is considered an asset. Injury, illness, and WCB claims management experience would be an asset. Approximately 2025% travel is expected; most travel will be within Canada. Why Choose Montrose At Montrose you will be part of a collaborative community with a shared mission and principles. This permanent position offers a comprehensive compensation package that includes benefits, RRSP matching, vacation days and sick days. The hourly rate range is $29.00$50.00, with starting pay dependent on multiple factors such as skills, experience, and work location. We also support flexible work hours and schedules, teambased work and crosstraining opportunities. Legal Information Montrose is committed to providing a safe and productive work environment and to promoting the health, safety and wellbeing of our employees. Applicants must have legal authorization to work in Canada with no restrictions. We welcome and promote diversity and inclusion and encourage applications from all qualified individuals. Montrose provides support in recruitment processes to applicants with disabilities, including accommodations that take into account an applicants accessibility needs. In keeping with our Health & Safety Policy, individuals in safety sensitive positions are subject to preemployment, preaccess (and in some client cases, random) alcohol & drug testing as well as drivers abstract reviews. This posting reflects a current vacancy that the company is actively seeking to fill. #J-18808-Ljbffr