Quebec health and safety director

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The Health & Safety Director - Quebec leads the development and execution of the organization's health and safety strategy within the province, serving as the primary liaison with regulatory bodies, including CNESST, as well as government agencies, unions, industry associations, and community stakeholders. Reporting to the Director, Health & Safety, this role is accountable for advancing safety governance, regulatory compliance, and public affairs initiatives across Quebec operations.

The position provides strategic oversight of CNESST-related activities, including audits, claims management, and associated financial impacts, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives and regulatory requirements. Internally, the Director drives performance through oversight of safety data, incident reporting frameworks, and communication strategies, while contributing to executive and Board-level reporting.

This role represents the organization at a senior level in all external interactions and plays a key role in shaping a proactive, compliant, and high-performing health and safety culture across Quebec.

Public Affairs & External Stakeholder Relations

• Serve as the primary liaison between the company and external bodies, including regulatory agencies (including CNESST), industry associations, and community groups.
• Provide strategic oversight of regulatory inspections, investigations, audits, and information requests, ensuring organizational alignment, risk mitigation, and effective outcomes across all engagements.
• Lead and oversee all CNESST-related financial and administrative matters, including cost governance, claims-related financial impacts, and audit readiness, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and alignment with organizational objectives.
• Establish and maintain strategic partnerships with subcontractors and external partners, setting clear expectations for safety performance and ensuring adherence to regulatory and organizational standards.
• Influence and elevate safety performance across the external partner network, driving accountability, consistency, and continuous improvement in safety practices.
• Represent the Health & Safety department in public forums, inter organizational meetings, and stakeholder engagements.

Safety Governance & Corporate Reporting

• In collaboration with the Safety Director, prepare comprehensive reports, dashboards, briefing notes, and governance documentation for executive leadership and the Board of Directors.
• Support corporate audits, certifications, and compliance reviews.
• Establish and maintain robust governance frameworks and centralized systems for tracking safety audits, corrective actions, compliance evidence, and CNESST-related administrative and financial documentation.
• Ensure the execution of the implementation and continuous improvement of corporate governance requirements related to health and safety performance, regulatory compliance, and disclosure obligations, ensuring alignment with organizational strategy and external expectations.

Incident Reporting Systems & Data Management

• Oversee the incident reporting and tracking system as the primary administrator.
• Ensure the integrity, accuracy, and timeliness of incident data, including the effective tracking, resolution, and closure of corrective actions across all operations.
• Lead the analysis of safety performance trends and root cause investigations, translating findings into actionable insights and recommendations for senior leadership.
• Oversee the development and delivery of safety performance metrics, including monthly, quarterly, and annual reporting, to support internal governance and parent company requirements.

Safety Communications & Internal Engagement

• Lead health and safety communication strategies for the province, ensuring alignment with corporate, regulatory, and organizational standards.
• Oversee the development and delivery of safety communications, ensuring clear, consistent, and impactful messaging across the organization.
• Drive initiatives that strengthen safety culture and employee engagement, promoting leadership accountability and proactive behaviors.

Program Administration & Support to Safety Managers

• Provide strategic oversight and guidance to the Safety Director and Managers in the development and implementation of safety programs, procedures, and project-specific documentation.
• Oversee the development of presentations, training materials, and briefing packages, ensuring alignment with organizational priorities and stakeholder needs.

This role could be for you if you have

• Bachelor's degree in occupational health & safety, public affairs, communications, risk management, or related field (Master's an asset).
• 10 - 15 years of progressive experience in health & safety, regulatory affairs, or stakeholder relations.
• Strong expertise with CNESST and regulatory bodies, including audits, claims, and compliance oversight.
• Advanced proficiency in spoken and written French;
• Advanced proficiency in spoken and written English to interact daily with subcontractors, suppliers, clients, partners, and colleagues outside Québec. Responsibilities include participating in coordination and project management meetings with national teams, providing progress updates, and preparing reports for English‑speaking stakeholders;
• Proven ability to lead stakeholder engagement and regulatory strategies in complex, unionized environments.
• Experience developing and presenting executive and Board-level reporting, with the ability to translate data into strategic insights and recommendations.
• Track record of driving governance, risk management, and continuous improvement initiatives within health and safety frameworks.
• Experience in renewable energy construction, EPC environments, or the broader construction industry is preferred.
• Available to travel; valid driver's license required.

Benefits

• A minimum of 4 weeks of vacation starting on day one
• Personal days you can use whenever you need them
• A competitive group insurance benefits package
• Group RRSP with up to 5% employer matching
• Employee Share Ownership Program - become a partner in our success
• Support for your professional development and career growth
• Monthly cellphone allowance
• Various mobility allowances and premiums to support your work

Borea's values are deeply rooted in the energy landscape. We take care of each other, ensuring that our teams thrive in a healthy and safe environment. With passion and perseverance, we embrace the challenges that come our way. Borea, in collaboration with its various solar and wind construction partners, is committed to finding increasingly innovative solutions with the goal to commit to quality and responsibly and sustainably energizing future generations.

Borea Construction is committed to fostering a diverse and representative workforce and an inclusive workplace where all employees are treated equitably. We recognize that structural barriers shape professional experiences and qualifications. For this reason, we encourage individuals to apply even if they feel the position may be out of reach.