Associate Director, Health, Safety & Environment (Electricity Operations)

Highlights of the job

We are hiring a full-time temporary Associate Director, Health, Safety & Environment (Electricity Operations) position for up to 18 months working out of Edmonton, AB.

The Associate Director, Health, Safety & Environment plays a critical leadership role in advancing health, safety, and environmental excellence across Electricity Operations. In this role, you will partner with business leaders to identify and manage operational risks, provide strategic guidance, and drive the development and implementation of programs, initiatives, and management systems that support safe, reliable, and efficient operations.

Working closely with Corporate HSE teams and operational leaders, you will help translate enterprise strategies and standards into practical solutions that meet the needs of the business while ensuring consistency, compliance, and continuous improvement. Leading a team of HSE professionals, you will influence decision-making at all levels of the organization, strengthen HSE culture and accountability, and support the achievement of strategic, operational, and regulatory objectives.

We welcome applications from internal and external candidates.

What you’d be responsible for

• Developing and executing HSE strategic and operational plans that align with corporate priorities, business objectives, and long-term organizational needs.
• Translating strategy into actionable objectives, annual work plans, measurable outcomes, and operational improvements.
• Leading safe, efficient, and effective operations while ensuring compliance with health, safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements.
• Managing budgets, workforce plans, and resource requirements to support operational demands and strategic priorities.
• Monitoring business and HSE performance metrics, identifying risks and trends, implementing corrective actions, and championing continuous improvement initiatives that enhance operational effectiveness and safety performance.
• Identifying and implementing opportunities for innovation, transformation, and the adoption of emerging technologies and industry best practices.
• Leading change initiatives by assessing organizational readiness, building stakeholder engagement, and supporting the successful adoption of new processes and ways of working.
• Building, coaching, and developing high-performing teams while fostering accountability, engagement, professional growth, and a strong succession pipeline.
• Building strong relationships with internal stakeholders, regulatory agencies, industry associations, and external partners to foster collaboration, support compliance objectives, and develop effective solutions.
• Collaborating across business units to ensure alignment, integration, and successful execution of strategic, operational, and HSE priorities.
• Providing technical expertise, industry insight, and strategic advice to support sound decision-making and business outcomes.
• Collaborating with Corporate and Shared Services HSE teams to implement, maintain, and continuously improve health and safety management system standards, practices, processes, and programs in alignment with EPCOR's HSE Strategic Plan.
• Supporting compliance with HSE policies, standards, procedures, and legislative requirements through internal audits, site observations, training, communication, and the sharing of best practices, while supporting management responses to internal and external audit findings.
• Partnering with the Business Leadership Team to strengthen a culture of HSE ownership, accountability, performance, and compliance through coaching, guidance, and influence.
• Representing EPCOR through industry partnerships and committees, including active participation on the Electricity Canada Occupational Health & Safety Committee and related sub-committees, and serving as the Safety Officer within the Incident Command Team during emergency response and incident management activities.

What’s required to be successful

• Post-secondary degree or diploma in Health, Safety and Environment, Business, Engineering, Science, or another relevant discipline is required.
• 10+ years of progressively responsible experience in health, safety, environment, operations, or a related field, including at least 2+ years of supervisory or leadership experience is required.
• A CRSP or CSP designation, or a candidate who is actively working towards a designation, is preferred.
• ISO45001 Internal Auditor, Continuous Improvement (Shingo Discover, Lean, Six Sigma), and Incident Command System 200 certifications are considered assets. 
• 7+ years of experience in a complex organization (mid-sized or larger).
• Senior-level knowledge of occupational health, occupational hygiene, occupational and process safety, emergency management, injury management, incident investigation, and contractor management.
• Experience developing and implementing HSE programs, projects, and initiatives that support strategic business objectives.
• Demonstrated ability to develop, implement, and continuously improve Health and Safety programs that meet regulatory requirements and business needs.
• Experience developing, implementing, and maintaining Health, Safety, and Environment Management Systems, including ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 frameworks.
• Demonstrated success implementing leading-practice HSE programs and initiatives that drive sustained improvements in safety performance and culture.
• Strong knowledge of occupational health and safety legislation and regulatory requirements across Canada.
• Strong understanding of implementing safety and environmental strategies within large, complex organizations and diverse operational environments.
• Strong analytical skills, including the ability to interpret data, analyze trends, and leverage statistical information to support decision-making.
• Experience leading and developing teams in a unionized environment, including recruitment, coaching, performance management, and fostering safe, inclusive, and engaged workplace cultures.
• Demonstrated ability to lead organizational change initiatives, build employee engagement, and sustain adoption of new programs, processes, and technologies.
• Experience planning, resourcing, and delivering complex initiatives and change management projects.
• Experience managing budgets and resources, including linking financial decisions to performance metrics, business objectives, and regulatory requirements.

As the successful candidate, you are an influential leader with exceptional communication, relationship management, and conflict resolution skills. You lead, coach, and support your team in achieving business goals and delivering results. You confidently engage stakeholders at all levels, navigating complex issues and building consensus to achieve positive outcomes. You exercise sound judgment and apply a risk-based approach to decision-making, supporting both operational effectiveness and strategic priorities. Driven by a genuine passion for HSE excellence, you motivate and inspire others to strengthen safety culture, embrace continuous improvement, and achieve sustainable results.

Other important facts about this job

Jurisdiction: Management

Hours of work: 80 hours biweekly

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Please note the following information:

• A requirement of working for EPCOR is that you are at least 18 years of age, successfully attained a high school diploma (GED, or equivalent level of secondary education) and legally entitled to work in Canada. (A copy of a valid work permit may be required.)
• If you are considered for the position, clearance is required on all applicable background checks (which may include criminal, identity, educational, and/or credit) and professional reference checks. Some EPCOR positions require an enhanced level of background assessment, which is dictated by law. These positions require advanced criminal record checks that must also be conducted from time to time after commencement of employment.
• A technical/practical assessment may be administered during the selection process and this exercise will be used as a part of the selection criterion.
• To meet the physical demands required of some positions, candidates must be in good physical condition and willing to work in all weather conditions. Clearance on pre-placement medical and drug and alcohol testing may be required.
• Prior infractions for unsafe driving behaviours will be evaluated and considered for non-selection regardless of current demerits on file.
• If you are required to provide your own personal reliable vehicle: Successful applicants must provide their own vehicles with appropriate insurance in accordance with EPCOR’s Employee Mileage Reimbursement Policy. You will be reimbursed in accordance with EPCOR’s Employee Mileage Reimbursement Policy.