J.D. Irving

Senior Health & Safety Specialist

J.D. Irving$69K — $102K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Post-secondary education in health and safety, engineering, or related fields.
  • At least 5 years of relevant experience, preferably in manufacturing.
  • Preferred certifications include CRSP, CRST, or CHSC.
  • Experience or certification in auditing or guarding is advantageous.
  • Strong communication skills to engage with all workplace levels.
  • Ability to manage various tasks and adapt in a changing environment.
  • Proficient in data analysis for safety improvements.
  • Collaborative mindset for cross-functional teamwork.

Responsibilities

  • Act as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) on HSE policies and legislation.
  • Conduct risk assessments and workplace inspections to mitigate hazards.
  • Promote a positive safety culture on the production floor.
  • Administer the Incident Database (Intelex) for reporting injuries and leading investigations.
  • Analyze HSE metrics and trends to drive safety performance improvements.
  • Maintain and improve HSE systems while coordinating with external agencies.
  • Handle key HSE documentation and support the Return-to-Work program.

Benefits

  • Flexible medical, dental, and vision plan.
  • Employee & family assistance program.
  • RRSP matching program.
  • Health & Wellness reimbursements.
  • Product purchase program.
  • Job-related training and development opportunities.
  • Relocation costs covered if applicable.
Full Job Description
Job Description

What We Offer:
  • Flexible medical, dental, and vision plan
  • Employee & family assistance program
  • RRSP matching program
  • Health & Wellness reimbursements
  • Product purchase program
  • Opportunities to take part in job-related training and development
  • Relocation cost (if applicable)
  • $69,300 - $102,400 (please note that this is an estimate and actual pay will vary depending on experience, qualifications, and professional certifications.)


Responsibilities

  • Serve as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) on legislation, regulations, and internal HSE policies while providing guidance, mentoring, and support to operations teams.
  • Identify, escalate, and mitigate hazards, including conducting risk assessments, performing workplace inspections, and making recommendations through Intelex to improve workplace conditions.
  • Maintain a strong presence on the production floor to promote a positive safety culture and support site emergency response teams, including fire brigade and medical response.
  • Administer the site's Incident Database (Intelex), respond to injuries/incidents, and lead or support investigations to determine root causes and preventative actions.
  • Analyze HSE metrics and trends to provide data-driven recommendations and corrective actions that strengthen safety performance.
  • Maintain and continuously improve HSE systems, act as a liaison with external stakeholders and regulatory bodies, and support both internal and external audits.
  • Prepare and manage key HSE documentation, including policies, procedures, and environmental reporting, while also supporting the Return-to-Work program.


Qualifications

  • Post-secondary education in occupational health, ergonomics, health and safety, environmental, engineering or other related fields.
  • A minimum of 5 years of occupational health, ergonomics, health and safety, environmental, engineering, or other related job experience is preferred. Experience in manufacturing is also preferred.
  • CRSP, CRST, or CHSC certification is preferred.
  • Certification or experience in auditing (COR auditing or ISO 45001), guarding (CMSE) or certification in other related fields is preferred.
  • Communicate effectively with employees, leadership, and stakeholders to support clarity, engagement, and alignment.
  • Manage and prioritize multiple tasks, schedules, and projects while adapting to rapidly changing workplace conditions.
  • Analyze safety-related data to identify improvement opportunities and assess complex issues to recommend practical, solutions-focused actions.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams while providing timely support, guidance, and problem-solving leadership.
  • Can work 100% onsite


About the Team

At Irving Tissue, we know the key to success is our people.

We are a leading manufacturer of premium quality tissue products - including national brands Royale® in Canada and Scotties® in the US - and private label.

We pride ourselves in our commitment to providing the best quality products and exceptional service to our consumers and customers.

Our parent company - J.D. Irving, Limited, is a responsible steward of the forests. J.D. Irving has planted more than 1 billion trees since 1957, and the Irving Forest Supply Chain, which includes Irving Tissue, was declared carbon neutral for the first time in 2020 and each full year since.

About J.D. Irving

J.D. Irving is a diversified conglomerate with operations in forestry, paper products, agriculture, transportation, and retail. The company is one of the largest employers in Eastern Canada, with over 16,000 employees. J.D. Irving is committed to sustainable development and has implemented a number of initiatives to reduce its environmental impact. The company is also involved in a range of community and charitable activities. J.D. Irving is headquartered in Saint John, New Brunswick.
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