Health, Safety & Environment Specialist

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This Position reports to:

SSE Manager

Reporting to the Health, Safety and Environment (HSE) Manager of the Iberville plant (Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu), you will play a key role in continuously improving HSE performance by fostering sustainable behavioral change and strengthening a strong prevention culture within the business unit. Product lines: Microlectric, SuperStrut & Joslyn.

In this role, you will be responsible for structuring, deploying, and evolving the ergonomics program by fully integrating it into operational processes and continuous improvement initiatives. You will conduct in-depth ergonomic assessments, identify optimization opportunities, and lead the implementation of practical solutions aimed at reducing risks, improving working conditions, and enhancing operational performance.

You will act as a subject matter expert for multidisciplinary teams (engineering, production, maintenance) to ensure ergonomic principles are integrated from the design phase through to the improvement of workstations, equipment, and methods.

You will also play a central role in incident analysis by conducting root cause analyses that incorporate human and organizational factors, and by ensuring the deployment of effective and sustainable corrective actions.

Through your leadership and influencing skills, you will support teams in proactively identifying risks and adopting best practices, contributing to a tangible reduction in risks and sustained improvement in HSE performance.

This position contributes to the Electrification, Installation Products division of ABB Canada and is based in Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu.

The work model is 100% on-site.

Your responsibilities

• Drive continuous improvement of HSE performance by deploying group management systems, training programs, and improvement initiatives, with a focus on ergonomic optimization of workstations

• Conduct and support in-depth ergonomic analyses (workstations, tasks, movements, physical demands) to identify risk factors and recommend technical and organizational solutions

• Collaborate with engineering, production, and maintenance teams to design and improve workstations (layout, tooling, methods), integrating ergonomics and safety principles from the outset

• Support managers and supervisors in understanding their legal and organizational HSE responsibilities, and in integrating best practices in ergonomics and prevention

• Facilitate risk assessments (including ergonomic risks), ensure follow-up on action plans, and guarantee effective implementation of corrective measures

• Ensure the availability and proper use of safety equipment and tools, while identifying training needs related to ergonomic and operational risks

• Participate in HSE audits and ensure compliance with group management system requirements

• Lead incident investigations and perform root cause analyses (RCA), incorporating human and ergonomic considerations into recommendations

• Engage stakeholders to strengthen the prevention culture, promote HSE initiatives, and communicate performance results

• Plan and lead improvement projects (Lean, process optimization, reduction of physical strain), ensuring performance indicators are tracked

• Participate in daily administrative documentation of the department to support HSE KPI tracking

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Industrial, Mechanical) or a related field

• Specialization in Ergonomics (asset)

• Relevant experience (3–5 years) in health and safety in a manufacturing or industrial environment, with a strong focus on ergonomic analysis and workstation optimization

• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to simplify technical concepts and engage teams

• Strong proficiency with analysis tools and continuous improvement methodologies

• Ergonomic analysis (ABB tools including RULA, REBA, etc.)

  • Lean manufacturing, Kaizen, 5S

  • Root cause analysis (RCA, 5 Whys, Ishikawa)

• Proven ability to analyze complex problems and propose concrete, sustainable, and measurable solutions

• Experience working with multidisciplinary teams (engineering, operations, HSE, HR) and in a unionized environment

• Proactive, solutions-oriented mindset with a focus on continuous improvement

• Proficiency with computer tools and analysis software (e.g., advanced Excel, ergonomic analysis tools, HSE software)

• Bilingualism (French and English). English is required to communicate with clients outside Quebec

• Knowledge of applicable occupational health and safety laws and standards

Employment Equity & Inclusion Statement (Canada)

ABB values the dedication, commitment, and expertise of all our employees. As an Employment Equity Employer, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. We actively support the principles of the Employment Equity Act and strive to build a workforce that reflects Canada’s diversity, including:

• Women

• Indigenous Peoples

• Members of visible minorities

• Persons with disabilities

ABB is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you require accommodation during any stage of the recruitment process, we encourage you to let us know.