HSE ADVISOR (Finance)

Position Overview:

We are seeking a highly motivated Senior HSE Professional to join our team. The ideal candidate will bring extensive experience in health, safety, and environmental management, particularly within the Oil & Gas sector. This role is crucial for ensuring our operations adhere to the highest safety standards and regulatory requirements.

Job Purpose

The HSE Advisor's responsibilities include but not limited to:

• Compliance Administration: Oversee and monitor adherence to the WFT OEPS Management System, ensuring that all operations align with established safety and environmental protocols.
• Audit Participation: Engage in internal audits of the OEPS management system and assist with external audits as necessary, helping to ensure transparency and continuous improvement.
• System Review: Take part in regular assessments of the OEPS management system to confirm that objectives are met, and the system is functioning effectively, actively seeking opportunities for enhancement.
• Implementation and Verification: Advise on the execution of safe working procedures, Technical Work Instructions, and Task Risk Assessments. Ensure compliance with the RADAR program and site-specific PPE requirements, while monitoring actions related to the RADAR process to confirm timely follow-up and closure.
• HSE Risk Assessments: Participate in the development and maintenance of current site HSE risk assessments and risk registers, fostering a proactive approach to safety.
• Information Dissemination: Distribute relevant HSE information to employees, ensuring they are informed and engaged with safety practices.
• Incident Record Management: Maintain HSE incident records in the WPTS, providing accurate documentation for review and analysis.
• Emergency Preparedness: Participate in emergency response & spill response drills as per Weatherford Standards, ensuring readiness for potential incidents while reviewing and updating applicable emergency response plans and spill preparedness response plans annually.
• Site Induction Monitoring: Oversee site inductions to ensure they are conducted in accordance with company requirements, laying the groundwork for a safety-conscious culture.
• Incident Investigation: Contribute to incident investigations (CPAR) by ensuring thorough completion and identification of root causes and corrective actions.
• Safety Meetings Participation: Engage in daily, weekly, and monthly site safety meetings, fostering open dialogue about safety concerns and initiatives.
• Hierarchy of Controls Advice: Provide guidance on applying the hierarchy of controls in the risk management process, promoting effective safety measures.
• Facility & Field Inspections: Conduct regular inspections of facilities and field operations to verify compliance with key OEPS processes, including Permit to Work, Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), pressure testing, machinery guarding, and equipment calibration.
• Hazardous Substance Management: Regularly inspect the use of hazardous substances in facilities, ensuring that MSDSOnline reflects current usage and that substances are stored and handled per OEPS requirements.
• Training Record Monitoring: Monitor employee training records to ensure compliance with Weatherford, customer, and regulatory requirements, promoting a knowledgeable and prepared workforce.

Qualifications

• Educated to graduate level, preferably in Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) and/or Fleet Safety/Transportation Compliance.
• A minimum of 5-7 years of recent experience in a Senior HSE role, such as HSE Supervisor or HSE Lead, ideally within the Oil & Gas sector, with a strong background in Fleet Safety/Transportation compliance for a large commercial fleet.
• Recognized HSE qualifications (e.g., CRSP, CSP, CHSC, Certified Transportation Safety Professional (CTSP) are preferred.
• Experience in implementing 5S/Lean principles.
• Familiarity with Provincial and Federal Transportation requirements for Commercial Vehicles.

Travel Requirements of Position

• Territory will span the Central and Southern Alberta and Saskatchewan job locations including Nisku, AB, Red Cliff, AB, Swift Current, SK and Estevan, SK as a primary area, with potential of periodically supporting additional areas as needed.
• Travel requirement of up to 50%, including overnight travel.

Skills

• Regulatory Knowledge: Deep understanding of local, national health and safety regulations, environmental and Provincial/Federal transportation regulations.
• Risk Management: Proficiency in identifying, assessing, and mitigating risks associated with workplace hazards and environmental impact, while educating front line employees. Ability to perform formal risk assessments and critical risk registries.
• Communication Skills: Strong verbal and written communication skills (English) to convey safety policies, procedures, and training effectively to all levels of the organization.
• Training and Development: Ability to design and deliver training programs that promote a safety culture and compliance among employees.
• Analytical Skills: Capability to analyze data, incident reports, and safety audits to identify trends and areas for improvement.
• Problem-Solving: Strong critical thinking skills to develop effective solutions to safety and environmental challenges.
• Leadership and Influence: Ability to lead safety initiatives and influence organizational culture towards prioritizing health, safety, and environment.
• Incident Investigation: Skills in conducting thorough investigations of incidents to determine root causes and prevent recurrence.
• Emergency Preparedness: Knowledge of emergency response planning, drills, and crisis management techniques.
• Technical Proficiency: Familiarity with HSE software tools and technologies for tracking compliance and managing safety data and able to proficiently utilize Microsoft Office suite of products (PowerPoint, Excel, Word).
• Project & Change Management: Ability to manage HSE projects, ensuring they are completed on time and within budget while meeting safety standards.
• Attention to Detail: Strong attention to detail to ensure compliance with safety protocols and standards.
• Interpersonal Skills: Must be personable, self-motivated, and have a strong ability to build relationships and collaborate with various stakeholders, including management, employees, customers, and regulatory bodies. Able to work diligently independently and as part of a team.
• Continuous Improvement: Commitment to staying updated on industry trends and best practices, and a drive for ongoing professional development.