Description
Domtar is a leading producer of pulp, paper, packaging, tissue and wood products. Through our focus on safety and sustainability, as well as our commitment to operational excellence and our network of facilities across Canada and the United States, Domtar delivers high-quality and cost-effective products to customers around the world.
Our workforce is comprised of 14,000 talented and hardworking individuals. We are proud to offer competitive compensation, a supportive working environment, rewarding career paths and plenty of opportunities for learning and growth.
The location in Montreal, (Quebec, Canada), is seeking talent to fill the position of Senior Director of Health and Safety. This job is full-time permanent.
Reports directly to the President, Pulp and Tissue Business Unit, and functionally to the President, Wood Products Business Unit.
Responsibilities
The incumbent serves as an expert advisor and leader to operational sites regarding policies and compliance to generate and promote a positive health and safety culture among employees. The operational sites include pulp, paper, and tissue mills, wood product facilities, and forestry divisions. Additionally, they contribute to maintaining corporate services leadership to ensure uniformity across the organization.
Their responsibilities primarily encompass planning, implementing, supervising, and reviewing proactive and preventive measures to minimize workplace accidents, health issues, and related incidents. Key tasks include:
- Collaborating with all levels of the organization to implement cultural changes supporting health and safety
- Recommending changes in work practices or methods that are safe and compliant with legislation
- Assessing risks and developing strategies to reduce the number of accidents and occupational injuries
- Regularly conducting site inspections/audits to ensure policies and procedures are adequately implemented
- Leading or participating in internal training workshops or activities
- Leading or participating in special internal projects
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in science with a major in human resources, health and safety, or a similar discipline
- Bachelor's degree in mechanical or electrical engineering is considered an asset
- Minimum of 10 years of experience in a relevant field
- Functional knowledge of behavioral safety aspects
- Bilingualism (French and English) is considered an asset
- Excellent skills in group facilitation or presentation
- Excellent computer proficiency
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Strong initiative and organizational skills, combined with attention to detail
- Travel is expected for approximately 20% of the working time.
What we are offering
- Competitive salary and annual bonus
- At least three weeks of vacation and three floating holidays a year from the first day of work, depending on your experience
- Full range of group insurance from the first day of work
- Telemedicine services
- Defined-contribution pension plan with generous employer participation from the first day of work
- Employee and family assistance program
- Education assistance program
- Health club reimbursement program
- Hybrid workplace: in-person and remote work
- Work environment based on respect, inclusion and diversity
- Office accessible by public transit
(*) English bilingual: If listed, this qualification is required since this function requires regular verbal and/or written interaction with customers, partners and/or our American subsidiaries.
Domtar is firmly committed to placing greater emphasis on the principles of equity, diversity and inclusion to empower all employees to reach their full potential. We form a dynamic team whose diverse backgrounds and wealth of perspectives are one of the keys to our success. We offer an inclusive, rewarding and safe work environment with opportunities that will help grow your skills.
To learn more about our company, consult the Domtar Company Web Site and follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram and Twitter.
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