TransAlta

Health and Safety Manager

LocationCalgary, AB
Job TypeFull-time

About This Job


HEALTH & SAFETY MANAGER


Who We Are


“Energizing the Future.”

TransAlta owns, operates, and develops a diverse fleet of electrical generation assets in Canada, the United States, and Australia, providing municipalities, industries, and businesses with safe, low-cost, and reliable clean electricity. For over 111 years, TransAlta has been a responsible operator and proud community member where its employees work and live. We are committed to fostering a dynamic, productive, and safe work environment. Our employees contribute to a diverse, open, and transparent culture with clear accountabilities, strong leadership, and challenging opportunities for personal career growth.

For more information about TransAlta, visit our website at, www.transalta.com.


About The Role

The Health and Safety Manager role provides corporate safety leadership and strategic planning to support TransAlta’s values of safety, innovation, sustainability, respect and integrity. This position will lead contractor safety management and enable the delivery of HSSE requirements throughout the construction and growth projects lifecycle.

The Health and Manager will report to the Director, HSSE and is integral to ensure that health and safety standards, procedures and best practices are in place to identify and control high hazard energy. The role will provide subject matter expertise on human and organizational performance principles to foster a culture where we work and learn together to keep each other safe. The position will work collaboratively with generation teams, lead developers, project managers and supply chain partners to deliver our business today, advance TransAlta’s growth plan and successfully execute capital projects.

This role is based out of our Head Office in Downtown Calgary, with the flexibility of a hybrid work schedule. Travel to sites will also be expected.


What You Will Do

Reporting to the Director, HSSE, you will work to develop and implement a 1-to-3-year Contractor Safety Management Roadmap
Review and audit contractor HSSE plans and support compliance with project lifecycle HSSE requirements
Ensure design, procurement, and construction activities are carried out in accordance with state/provincial and federal OHS legislation and international standards
Provide health and safety subject matter expertise on work authorization, work planning and the control of work process
Continuously improve systems, processes, procedures and training to support the prevention of serious injuries and imbed human and organizational principles
Support HSSE incident management, investigation process and learning teams
Provide quarterly/annual contractor management program reporting and ensure metrics are effective
Create a psychologically safe environment culture, and perform all work safely and within TransAlta’s policies, procedures, standards, and collective agreements
Monitor resourcing and closure of audit findings and corrective actions
Build trust and strong relationships with key, cross-functional stakeholders and business sponsors through competency, collaboration, integrity, and transparency
Lead multiple continuous improvement initiatives across all aspects of Health & Safety management


What We Need From You

To be successful in this role, we are looking for the following essential qualifications and experience:

University Degree or Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety, Industrial Hygiene, Science, Engineering and/or related specialty
Professional designation preferred (CRSP, CSP, P.Eng, CIH, etc.), or equivalent
10+ years' experience in health and safety management in the energy industry, with project management and construction experience preferred
Recognized as an expert in health and safety management systems and contractor safety management programs
Experience in incident investigation and learning teams
Thorough awareness and understanding of applicable health and safety regulations & industry best practices
Demonstrated capability to understand power generation and renewable energy construction projects to create the link between the HSSE strategy and the business strategy
Proficient in core office programs (i.e.: MS office. Power BI) and capable of learning key position specific applications
Strong collaboration, critical thinking and problem-solving skills
Ability to provide HSSE incident management support (after hours/shift weekend), as required


What We Offer

Competitive compensation
Annual incentive program
Pension plan with company-matching options
Comprehensive and flexible benefits for you and your family
Vacation and personal days
Employee Rewards Programs
Annual Wellness Payment

To learn more about how we can energize your future, check out our new Employee Experience Booklet.

Become part of our TransAlta team today! We look forward to reviewing your application.

Don’t meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for a job unless they meet every single qualification. At TransAlta, we are dedicated to building an inclusive, diverse workforce where you can show up every day as your true, authentic self. So, if you’re excited about this role but your qualifications and experience don’t quite tick every box, we encourage you to apply anyways. You might just be the candidate we are looking for.


Our Commitment to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion

It is our collective mission to ensure that every single employee feels a sense of inclusion and belonging and can show up to work as their true authentic self. TransAlta is committed to hiring a diverse workforce including women, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, members of visible minorities, and members of the LGBTQ2+ community. TransAlta believes that diversity enhances the quality of its performance, is an essential element of effective corporate governance, and cultivates a strong workplace culture.

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