Health, Safety & Environmental Coordinator

Russel Metals is one of the largest metals distribution companies in North America, with a growing focus on value-added processing. It carries on business in three segments: metals service centers, energy field stores and steel distributors. Its network of metals service centers carries an extensive line of metal products in a wide range of sizes, shapes and specifications, including carbon hot rolled and cold finished steel, pipe and tubular products, stainless steel, aluminum and other non-ferrous specialty metals. Its energy field stores carry a specialized product line focused on the needs of energy industry customers. Its steel distributors operations act as master distributors selling steel in large volumes to other steel service centers and large equipment manufacturers mainly on an "as is" basis.

Reasons to Join Our Team!

• Competitive base salary
• Profit-sharing plan
• Benefits program
• Pension plan
• Development and Growth Opportunities
• Various incentive and recognition programs
• Bonuses

Position Summary

The Health, Safety & Environmental (HSE) Coordinator is responsible for administering the Company's Health, Safety & Environmental (HSE) programs at the assigned branch location(s). Reporting to the Branch Manager, this position supports compliance with applicable legislation, corporate policies, and environmental requirements by coordinating day-to-day HSE activities, maintaining documentation, supporting training, and assisting supervisors and employees in promoting a safe and healthy workplace. The HSE Coordinator works closely with branch leadership and Corporate or Regional Health & Safety resources to ensure the consistent application of established HSE programs.

Key Responsibilities

Health, Safety & Environmental Administration

• Coordinate the implementation and administration of Health, Safety & Environmental policies, programs, and procedures at the assigned location(s).
• Promote safe work practices and support compliance with corporate standards and legislative requirements.
• Maintain HSE records, documentation, reports, and regulatory files to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Review health and safety policies and procedures and recommend updates to ensure they remain current and compliant.
• Assemble environmental information and documentation required for corporate reporting.

Compliance & Risk Management

• Coordinate responses to health, safety, and environmental concerns raised by employees, customers, or regulatory agencies.
• Assist supervisors in investigating workplace accidents, injuries, and incidents, ensuring appropriate documentation and follow-up actions are completed.
• Coordinate industrial hygiene testing, including air quality, noise monitoring, and other required environmental assessments.
• Ensure hazard assessments are completed and documented for new and existing equipment in collaboration with supervisors and the Joint Health & Safety Committee.
• Coordinate Emergency Response Plan activities and fire prevention initiatives.

Training & Employee Support

• Coordinate and deliver Health, Safety & Environmental training using approved corporate materials and programs.
• Promote employee awareness of workplace hazards, safe work practices, and required corrective actions.
• Provide guidance to employees and supervisors regarding HSE policies, procedures, and legislative requirements.
• Coordinate Joint Health & Safety Committee meetings, prepare agendas and meeting minutes, and track action items to support committee effectiveness.

Return to Work & Reporting

• Coordinate the administrative activities associated with the Return to Work program and internal claims management process.
• Collect, maintain, and communicate Health, Safety & Environmental performance information and metrics.
• Monitor the completion of corrective actions and follow up on outstanding safety initiatives.
• Assist with internal and external audits by preparing documentation and coordinating follow-up activities.

Collaboration & Continuous Improvement

• Work collaboratively with Branch Management, supervisors, employees, and Corporate or Regional Health & Safety resources to support continuous improvement in HSE performance.
• Participate in external networking opportunities to remain current on Health, Safety & Environmental best practices.
• Travel occasionally between assigned branch locations as required.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Education & Experience

• Post-secondary education in Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Management, or a related field is preferred.
• Experience supporting Health, Safety & Environmental programs in the metals industry ideally or alternatively in manufacturing, warehouse, distribution, or industrial environment.
• Experience coordinating workplace inspections, investigations, training, and regulatory compliance activities is considered an asset.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Working knowledge of applicable occupational health, safety, and environmental legislation and regulations.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Demonstrated ability to coordinate and deliver training to a variety of audiences.
• Effective coaching, facilitation, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Experience conducting workplace inspections and field audits.
• Ability to collect, analyze, and communicate Health, Safety & Environmental information and performance metrics.
• Demonstrates sound judgment, attention to detail, and a commitment to workplace safety, environmental stewardship, and continuous improvement.
• Ability to travel occasionally between assigned branch locations.

We are an organization that is committed to the principles of Employment Equity which includes maintaining a fair, equitable and diverse workforce. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply.

Links

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Careers Page : https://www.russelmetals.com/en/careers/

LinkedIn : https://www.linkedin.com/company/russel-metals/about/

Russel Metals Website : https://www.russelmetals.com/en/

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