Safety Advisor, East Gas

WHO WE ARE

Our Power, Your Possibilities

At TransAlta, we don’t just generate electricity-we generate opportunity.  As one of Canada’s largest publicly traded power generators, we’ve been powering communities for over 100 years across Canada, the U.S., and Australia.  Our diverse energy portfolio and passionate team are driving the transition to a cleaner, more sustainable future. 

We believe in the power of purpose, the strength of collaboration, and the value of continuous learning.  If you’re ready to make a real impact in a dynamic industry, you bring the energy and we’ll provide the platform.

For more information about TransAlta, visit our website at, www.transalta.com.

ABOUT THE ROLE

We currently have an exciting opportunity for a Safety Advisor, East Gas to join our TransAlta team based in Sarnia.

Reporting to the EHS Supervisor, East Gas, as the Safety Advisor, you are responsible for ensuring that our business operations consistently meet and exceed all health, safety, regulatory requirements, industry standards, and internal safety policies and standards.

This is a full-time, safety-sensitive, site-based position located at our cogeneration facility in Sarnia, Ontario.

The successful candidate will be required to complete pre-employment testing.

A DAY IN THE LIFE

• Assist in the rollout of corporate health and safety initiatives to TransAlta employees
• Work with the business unit to establish, maintain and test emergency response plans
• Ensure all Health and Safety incidents are managed according to established policies and standards. Including leading root cause investigations
• Proactively identify plans to reduce hazards, hazard exposures, and hazardous activities that pose a significant risk to the organization
• Ensure that safety policies, standards, and procedures are aligned with evolving regulatory requirements and adhered to at our East Gas facilities
• Provide expert advice on safety systems, trends, response actions, and interpretation of health and safety regulations
• Develop the programs and initiatives to build and sustain an industry leading safety culture that applies to both TransAlta employees and contractors, including mentoring, coaching, advising, and supporting safety inspections by local management
• Ensure activities are conducted according to area-specific Health and Safety systems
• Monitor and report on numerous health and safety metrics and key performance indicators
• Ensure major maintenance outages are conducted safely and in accordance with established turnaround safety management plans
• Ensure contractor safety plans are reviewed and acknowledged prior to work commencement
• Ensure all site safety training is up to date and meets TransAlta’s requirements and is consistent with Ontario OH&S Act and Regulations

ABOUT YOU

To be successful in this role, we are looking for the following must-have qualifications and experience: 

Certifications

• Canadian Registered Safety Professional (CRSP), Certified Safety Professional (CSP), or equivalent professional safety designation desirable
• Degree, diploma, or certificate in Occupational Health and Safety from a recognized Post-secondary Institution, or equivalent combination of experience
• NCSO and CHSC certification considered an asset
• Expertise in developing and implementing Health & Safety Management Systems
• 3-7 years of progressively responsible experience in occupational health and safety in an industrial facility or industrial construction environment

Qualifications

• Possess a broad knowledge of health and safety regulations
• Demonstrated understanding of operations safety and process safety
• Experience with contractor safety management and practices
• Experience in safety aspects related to power plant operations
• Thorough knowledge of safety theory and practice, as it relates to an industrial setting
• Confidence and ability to interact and influence workers and contractors
• Knowledge of what constitutes a strong safety culture and how to sustain and demonstrate a commitment to continuous improvement and innovation
• Well-developed analytical skills
• A customer-centric mentality to support internal stakeholders; ability to build and maintain effective relationships across a diverse set of key stakeholders
• Demonstrated capability in developing, implementing, managing, and mentoring safety standards and policies
• Strong communication skills with the ability to communicate to external stakeholders as required
• Experience with incident management systems and applying incident investigation techniques

THE PERKS

A reasonable estimate of the pay range is CAD$94,720 - CAD$136,160 at the time of this posting. Individual pay is determined by job-related skills, relevant experience, education, and/or training. The top end of the range is reserved for individuals with exceptional, directly relevant expertise and a demonstrated history of strong performance within TransAlta. This range reflects base pay only and does not include our competitive bonus program and benefits.

• Competitive salary
• Annual and long-term incentives available for select roles
• Company-matching pension plan
• Flexible health benefits for you and your family
• Generous vacation and personal days
• Learning and development programs
• Employee recognition and rewards
• Annual wellness allowance

Explore our Employee Experience Booklet on our Careers site to see how we support your growth and wellbeing www.transalta.com/careers. 

OUR CULTURE

At TransAlta, we’re driven by a Culture of Results, Learning, and Purpose. We prioritize psychological safety, wellbeing, inclusion, and belonging - creating a space where everyone can thrive. We believe that diverse perspectives drive innovation and progress, and we’re committed to building a workplace where you can be your authentic self.

Ready to Power Up With Us? Excited about this role but don’t meet every single requirement? We still encourage you to apply.  Studies have shown that women and people of colour are less likely to apply for a job unless they meet every single qualification. You might just be the candidate we are looking for.

WHAT TO EXPECT

The successful candidate may be required to complete background checks appropriate to the role and may include criminal record, education and employment verification or credit checks.  ‘Safety sensitive positions’ will be required to complete pre-employment testing. 

Due to the high volume of applications we receive, only those progressing will be contacted.