Regional Health, Safety - Okotoks

Job Information · Job Title: Regional Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) Lead, Western Canada · Status: Full-Time, Permanent · Expected Start Date: As soon as possible · Location: Calgary Regional Office th Ave. S.W., Calgary, AB, T2P 3S8 · About McAsphalt · McAsphalt is the indu ...

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Job Information

Job Title: Regional Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) Lead, Western Canada
Status: Full-Time, Permanent
Expected Start Date: As soon as possible
Location: Calgary Regional Office th Ave. S.W., Calgary, AB, T2P 3S8

About McAsphalt

McAsphalt is the industry leader in Canada specializing in asphalt products and services. Founded in 1970 by Leo McArthur and John Carrick, the company has since grown to over 500 employees spanning 26 terminals across Canada. McAsphalt offers a wide range of asphalt products, including emulsions, cutbacks, polymer-modified, performance-graded and roofing, and specialized transportation of those products by rail, land and water. Additionally, McAsphalt provides comprehensive services and technology solutions, encompassing paving, testing, research and development, engineering, and consulting.

Position Summary

At McAsphalt, our values guide how we work, how we lead, and how we care for one another. We are looking for a Regional Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) Lead who is inspired by Respect, Commitment, Pioneering, and Sharing — and who is ready to turn those values into action every day.

As a core member of the Regional Management Team, this role offers the opportunity to influence strategy, shape culture, and lead safety and environmental excellence across one of our regions. The Regional HSE Lead plays a critical role in protecting people, strengthening operations, and supporting long-term, sustainable growth.

This position is based out of our Calgary regional office and requires regular travel to McAsphalt plants, workshops, laboratories, offices, truck yards, and customer sites within the region.

Living Our Values Through Leadership

Respect

· Foster a workplace where people feel heard, protected, and empowered
· Build trusted relationships through presence, transparency, and integrity

Commitment

· Demonstrate unwavering dedication to safety, environmental stewardship, and compliance
· Hold self and others accountable to high standards and consistent execution

Pioneering

· Challenge the status quo and introduce innovative approaches to HSE systems, technology, and practices
· Drive continuous improvement that strengthens both safety performance and operational excellence

Sharing

· Promote open communication, knowledge sharing, and learning from incidents and successes
· Enable collaboration across regions, teams, and industry partners

Your Impact

As the Regional HSE Lead, you will:

· Champion a Goal Zero culture, embedding prevention and accountability into daily operations
· Translate corporate HSE strategy into practical, region-specific execution
· Serve as a trusted advisor to Regional Vice Presidents and leadership teams
· Be a visible, field-based leader who connects people to purpose through Visible Felt leadership

Key Responsibilities

· Align regional activities with Corporate HSE strategies, policies, standards, and mandates
· Ensure compliance with Canadian occupational health, safety, and environmental legislation
· Lead continuous improvement of HSE practices, procedures, and management systems
· Develop, maintain, and update region-specific HSE policies, manuals, and controlled documents
· Track, analyze, and share leading and lagging HSE performance indicators
· Coordinate internal and external inspections, audits, and corrective actions
· Lead incident management, investigations, root cause analysis, and lessons learned
· Manage workers' compensation claims, including modified work and return-to-work programs
· Deliver targeted HSE training and leadership development initiatives
· Provide technical HSE support for projects and maintenance activities
· Act as the regional liaison for digital HSE platforms and systems of record

What You Bring

You lead with credibility, curiosity, and care. You balance technical expertise with strong interpersonal skills and know how to influence across all levels of an organization.

Qualifications

· Bachelor's degree or recognized diploma in Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Management, or equivalent experience
· Minimum 5 years of progressive HSE experience in operational or industrial environments
· Strong knowledge of Canadian federal and provincial HSE legislation
· Canadian Registered Safety Professional (CRSP)** designation, or ability to obtain within the first year
· Experience with workers' compensation boards, claims management, and modified work programs
· Strong communication, facilitation, and presentation skills
· High level of organization, analytical thinking, and attention to detail
· Proficiency with Microsoft Office and digital management platforms
· Valid driver's license and ability to travel regularly within the region
· English proficiency required; French required for East Region roles

Assets

· CSP, Environmental Professional, ISO / COR Lead Auditor or similar certifications

Why McAsphalt

At McAsphalt, people are at the centre of everything we do. We believe strong safety and environmental performance is built on respectful leadership, shared accountability, and a commitment to doing things the right way.

This role offers the opportunity to lead with purpose, influence meaningful change, and help define the future of HSE excellence across Canada.

Lead with Respect. Act with Commitment. Pioneer Safer Ways of Working. Share What Matters.

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Equity, Diversity & Accessibility

McAsphalt is committed to building a diverse, inclusive, and respectful workplace. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates.

McAsphalt is committed to an accessible and barrier-free recruitment process. If accommodation is required at any stage of the selection process, candidates are encouraged to notify the recruitment team so appropriate arrangements can be made.

How To Apply

Interested candidates are asked to apply immediately by responding directly to this job posting by sending a copy of your resume and cover letter for this position.

Recruiter
Leah McCallum

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those applicants selected for interviews will be contacted.

Application Deadline

This position will remain open until suitable candidate found.