EHS Advisor

Req ID:513503 

At Alstom, we understand transport networks and what moves people. From high-speed trains, metros, monorails, and trams, to turnkey systems, services, infrastructure, signalling and digital mobility, we offer our diverse customers the broadest portfolio in the industry. Every day, more than 80 000 colleagues lead the way to greener and smarter mobility worldwide, connecting cities as we reduce carbon and replace cars.

Job Vacancy Disclosure

This posting represents an existing vacancy

Could you be the full-time Environment, Health & Safety (EHS) Advisor in Toronto, ON we’re looking for?

Your future role

Take on a new challenge and apply your leadership and safety expertise in a new cutting-edge field. You’ll work alongside dedicated, proactive, and collaborative teammates.

You'll play a central role in ensuring compliance with EHS rules on-site during the testing and commissioning phases of equipment and trains, contributing significantly to the safety and sustainability of Canada’s busiest public transit system. Day-to-day, you’ll work closely with teams across the business, including permit offices, supervisors, contractors, and the prime contractor. You’ll also support employees and contractors with risk assessments and provide EHS inductions, and much more.

You’ll specifically take care of conducting inspections and monitoring on-site, as well as overseeing work permits and emergency measures, but also contribute to accident investigations and follow-up actions.

We’ll look to you for:

• Conducting inspections and monitoring on-site activities

• Overseeing work permits and ensuring compliance

• Supporting employees and contractors with risk assessments

• Coaching and mentoring supervisors

• Delivering EHS inductions for contractors and employees

• Managing contractors and ensuring their readiness

• Organizing and participating in EHS committee meetings

• Delivering monthly toolbox talks

• Investigating accidents and following up on actions

• Validating contractor EHS documentation and monitoring adherence

• Implementing emergency measures and first aid protocols

• Having the authority to halt operations posing immediate high risks to people or the environment

• Ability to work in the field, on night / weekends / Holidays shifts as per business requirements

All about you

We value passion and attitude over experience. That’s why we don’t expect you to have every single skill. Instead, we’ve listed some that we think will help you succeed and grow in this role:

• University degree in Environment, Health & Safety or a related field

• Health & Safety Qualification recognized by local authorities

• 2-5 years of experience in Environment, Health & Safety

• Mandatory experience on construction sites

• Proven leadership skills

• Proficiency in Office tools (Word, Outlook, etc.)

• Experience in project environments (an asset)

• Experience in the railway industry (an asset)

• Strong written English skills

• Valid driving license

• Good knowledge of ISO14001, OHSAS 18001, and ISO45001 standards

• Comprehensive understanding of local legal requirements

• Teamwork and leadership capabilities

• Excellent communication and people skills

• Analytical thinking and a rigorous mindset

• Proficiency in continuous improvement tools

Things you’ll enjoy Join us on a life-long transformative journey – the rail industry is here to stay, so you can grow and develop new skills and experiences throughout your career. You’ll also:

• Enjoy stability, challenges and a long-term career free from boring daily routines

• Work with new security standards for rail signalling

• Collaborate with transverse teams and helpful colleagues

• Contribute to innovative projects

• Utilise our dynamic and supportive working environment

• Steer your career in whatever direction you choose across functions and countries

• Benefit from our investment in your development, through award-winning learning

• Progress towards leadership or specialized roles

• Benefit from a fair and dynamic reward package that recognises your performance and potential, plus comprehensive and competitive social coverage (life, medical, pension)

This job posting represents an existing vacancy.

Compensation

The expected compensation for this role is $80,000 – $105,000 CAD per year, plus benefits and eligibility for an annual performance bonus. Final compensation will be based on skills, experience, and internal equity.

Use of Artificial Intelligence in Hiring

We do not use artificial intelligence in the recruiting process for this role

Interview Process & Candidate Communication

Candidates who participate in an interview for this role will be informed of the hiring decision within 45 days of their final interview date

You don’t need to be a train enthusiast to thrive with us. We guarantee that when you step onto one of our trains with your friends or family, you’ll be proud. If you’re up for the challenge, we’d love to hear from you!

Important to note

As a global business, we’re an equal-opportunity employer that celebrates diversity across the 63  countries we operate in. We’re committed to creating an inclusive workplace for everyone.

If you require accommodation during the hiring process, please email us at "humanresources.accessibility@alstomgroup.com” while referring to the job requisition number, job title and location you applied to.

Job Type:​Experienced​