Specialist, HSSEQ Event Investigation at WSP, Montreal, QC

AI Summary

This Specialist, HSSEQ Event Investigation role at WSP in Montreal, QC, involves leading complex investigations into health, safety, environmental, and quality events. The successful candidate will analyse data to uncover root causes, develop corrective measures, and present findings to leadership. Key requirements include 6-8 years of investigation experience and bilingualism in French and English. This position is crucial for strengthening WSP's safety culture across Canada.

About the Opportunity at WSP

As a Specialist, HSSEQ Event Investigation at WSP, you will be instrumental in driving safer outcomes and enhancing our organizational learning. This critical role involves leading thorough investigations into workplace incidents, environmental events, and non-compliances, ensuring WSP maintains its commitment to the highest standards of health, safety, and environmental excellence. You will meticulously analyse data, evidence, and timelines to uncover the root causes and contributing factors behind various events. Conducting interviews with diverse stakeholders will be a key part of gathering critical insights and perspectives, allowing you to apply advanced root cause analysis methodologies to identify systemic risks and gaps across our operations. Your impact will extend to developing actionable corrective and preventative measures that significantly enhance operational safety and quality. You will produce clear, detailed reports and present your findings to leadership and other key stakeholders, fostering a culture of continuous improvement. Collaboration across various teams is essential to implement these improvements and strengthen HSSEQ programs, tracking corrective actions to ensure their timely completion and long-term effectiveness. WSP is a global leader, and your work will help shape a more resilient future for our people and projects.

Skills and Expertise for this HSSEQ Role

To excel in this vital position, candidates should possess a Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Science, Engineering, or a related field. A minimum of 6–8 years of experience in investigations, root cause analysis, or similar environments is essential. You must demonstrate a strong understanding of Canadian health, safety, and environmental regulations and best practices, coupled with proven expertise in investigation techniques and analytical problem-solving. The ability to communicate complex findings clearly and concisely to diverse audiences, including leadership and various professional people, is paramount. We are looking for an individual with a high level of integrity, objectivity, and meticulous attention to detail. Strong collaboration skills are required to work effectively with cross-functional teams and leadership across WSP. Bilingualism in French and English is a mandatory requirement for this role in Montreal, ensuring effective communication within our diverse Canadian workforce and with all stakeholders involved in HSSEQ matters. Your expertise will directly contribute to the well-being of our people and the integrity of our environmental practices.

Why Choose WSP for Your Career?

WSP is a proudly Canadian company, recognized as a Top 100 Employer, and a global community of brilliant minds dedicated to shaping communities to advance humanity. Joining WSP means becoming part of an an ambitious, passionate, and innovative team of world shapers. We offer limitless opportunities for growth, allowing you to tailor your role to match your ambition, whether that's across the country or around the globe. Our commitment to our people includes fostering a flexible work environment that promotes real balance in your life. At WSP, you'll collaborate with engineers, scientists, advisors, and technical experts who are driven by a common passion to redefine what's possible. We empower our people to challenge the status quo and shape a career with purpose, making a lasting, positive impact across various sectors. Health and Safety is a core paramount value at WSP, and we expect compliance with our Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) policy at all times, reflecting our dedication to the well-being of all our employees and the communities we serve.