Safety Adviser

Company Description

Founded over 45 years ago, QSL is a key supply chain player in port terminal operations, stevedoring, marine services, logistics and transportation throughout North America. With a network of over 65 marine terminals in Canada and the United States, our multi-modal capabilities allow us to play a key role in any supply chain. We specialize in the development of innovative and customized dockside, road and rail handling solutions.

QSL carries out its mission with an approach rooted in the principles of sustainable development. QSL is the first maritime company in Canada to join the United Nations Global Compact, in line with its strategic vision to be a leader in North America.

Growing quickly with over 2,000 employees, QSL's success is fueled by a shared vision of excellence and continuous improvement and a strong corporate culture based on the values of respect, loyalty, teamwork and fun at work.

Choose a large organization that is driven by excellence and innovation and that considers its employees as part of the family. If you want a fulfilling job where you can push your limits and make a difference in your community, you've come to the right place.

Job Description

The Safety Adviser is responsible for the deployment, implementation, and monitoring of activities, programs, and procedures related to occupational health and safety, emergency preparedness, and environmental protection at the operational sites under their responsibility. The HSSE coordinator may be required to travel outside the region on an occasional basis.

Working closely with the operational management teams at the marine terminal, as well as with members of the corporate and local HSE team, the Safety Adviser promotes the adoption of best practices to support the achievement of the organization's health and safety and sustainability objectives. The Safety Adviser participates in local health and safety committees and provides ongoing support to operational teams at the terminals.

The Safety Adviser is responsible for coordinating the implementation and deployment of the Emergency Response Plan (ERP) and serves as the Marine Facility Security Officer (MFSO) for the operational sites under his responsibility. In addition, the coordinator delivers HSE training to operations personnel and managers and actively contributes to continuous improvement initiatives related to health, safety, security, and the environment.

Main responsibilities:

• Conduct HSSE compliance audits;
• Support operational teams in the application of HSSE standards, programs, and procedures;
• Assist in the development and implementation of safe work methods;
• Support local teams in conducting field investigations following HSSE incidents or accidents;
• Maintain security plans and emergency measures plans, including employee awareness, preparation, and coordination of drills and exercises;
• Monitor the application of operational procedures in the field, ensure alignment between procedures and operational realities, and follow up on requests for procedure creation or modification;
• Participate in the assessment of HSSE training needs;
• Actively contribute to HSSE risk assessments by maintaining tracking tools and ensuring alignment of standardized operating procedures (SOPs);
• Assist site managers in developing and implementing action plans to address issues, reduce risks, achieve objectives, and meet compliance requirements;

Participate in the organization and facilitation of HSSE activities such as corporate and local seminars.
 

Qualifications

What you need to succeed:

• College degree in a related field (industrial hygiene, industrial relations, industrial engineering, or equivalent);
• 5 to 8 years of relevant experience implementing HSSE processes and programs, ideally within the maritime, mining, manufacturing, or cargo handling sectors;
• Communication skills, both orally and in writing;
• Excellent teamwork skills;
• Strong customer service orientation;
• Knowledge of applicable laws, standards and regulations related to health and safety, security and the environment;
• Ability to use software specific to his area of expertise;
• Availability for occasional trips to other terminals.

Additional Information

QSL and all entities under the QSL name are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace that reflects the communities we serve and encourages various perspectives and backgrounds.