Health, Safety and Environment Specialist

On-site Position at Prysmian – Lapointe Plant

2040 de Neuville, Jonquière, Québec G7S 3G6, Canada

Schedule: 37.5 hours from Monday to Friday

Reporting to the QHSE Director of Canada, the HSE Specialist at the Lapointe plant plays a crucial role and works closely with the Lapointe plant team.

Prysmian is the world leader in cable systems for energy and telecommunications. Each year, the company manufactures thousands of kilometers of underground and submarine cables for energy transmission and distribution, as well as medium and low voltage cables for the construction and infrastructure sectors. We also produce a full range of optical fibers, copper cables, and connectivity for voice, video, and data transmission in the telecommunications sector. We employ 30,000 people in more than 50 countries. Our commitment to sustainable development guides every decision and action we take. We strive to promote sustainable growth for people and the planet, playing a key role in the decarbonization process for a better future.

HSE Task Description:

• Lead the near-miss, incident, and accident investigation process.

• Conduct health and safety risk analysis.

• Maintain and share health & safety best practices by collaborating directly with operators and maintaining a strong presence on the floor.

• Facilitate meetings for the Plant Health and Safety team.

• Analyze future health and safety training needs and remain up to date with government and organizational training requirements. Update our training matrix to ensure continuous training tracking and maintain training and development records.

• You will be responsible for leading and maintaining ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 certifications at your plant. This includes conducting and assisting with internal and external audits.

• Collaborating with the QA manager and plant management team to support the maintenance of ISO 9001.

• Stay updated on HSE laws and requirements to ensure compliance with HSE programs, procedures, and regulations. Meet with regulatory inspectors during facility inspections as necessary.

• Maintain our HSE programs, procedures, and rules in accordance with corporate requests.

• Complete corporate reports:

• HSEDM (monthly environmental, health, and safety report)

• PIRS - Prysmian Incident Recording System - (input near-misses, first aid incidents, accidents, or any relevant information into Prysmian’s computer system).

• Lead the update of the PSSE (health program). You will align with programs that promote team member engagement and behavior-based safety processes to foster a Zero & Beyond culture, working closely with the plant leadership team.

• Build an emergency response team.

• Additional Tasks: Participate in other key QHSE initiatives and tasks assigned by the QHSE Director.

What We Offer:

• Starting vacation of three (3) weeks annually + holidays according to internal provincial policy.

• Bonus program.

• Defined contribution pension plan, with employer contribution up to 7% of salary.

• Company stock purchase program.

• Comprehensive group insurance plan, including medical and dental care.

• Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP).

• Benefits and discounts on personal auto & home insurance.

• Tuition reimbursement (under certain conditions).

• Reimbursement of expenses related to physical fitness/well-being.

• Advantageous parental leave program.

• A dynamic team eager to welcome a new member.

• Motivated employees who are committed to the success of the plant and workplace health and safety.

Who We Are Looking For (Education and Experience):

• Bachelor’s degree, diploma, or certificate in HSE or a related field combined with relevant experience in an industrial environment, at least 3-5 years. Experience with ISO systems would be an asset.

• Language skills: Advanced French and basic English (spoken and written). As Prysmian is a global group, the job requires communication with colleagues outside Quebec and Canada.

• Proficiency in technologies such as Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and other standard computer applications.

In short, we are looking for a leader who will help us achieve our health, safety, and environmental ambitions, and who will bring positivity to our wonderful plant.