Port HSE Professional – Freelance | Quebec, Canada

📍 Location: Quebec, Canada

💼 Employment Type: Freelance / Independent Contractor

🏗️ Industry: Wind Energy / Health, Safety & Environment (HSE)

📅 Contract Type: Project-based

Job Description

EOSOL Group is seeking a Port HSE Professional to develop, implement, and maintain health, safety, environmental, and security programs within port and terminal operations.

The professional will ensure regulatory compliance, promote a strong "Zero Incident" safety culture, perform site risk assessments, and oversee safety during heavy-lift operations, vessel handling, equipment maintenance, and contractor activities for wind energy components.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct workplace safety inspections, audits, and risk assessments across port operations.
• Lead incident investigations, Root Cause Analysis (RCA), and corrective action management.
• Oversee permit-to-work programs (LOTO, lockout/tagout, confined space, work at height, hot work).
• Monitor compliance with company safety standards and regulatory requirements.
• Verify contractor safety performance, training, and certifications.
• Provide HSE oversight during vessel loading/unloading, cargo handling, heavy lifting, and rigging tasks.
• Deliver safety briefings, toolbox talks, and environmental awareness sessions.
• Maintain accurate HSE documentation, logs, and regulatory compliance reports.

Requirements:

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Health & Safety preferred, or 5+ years of practical experience managing HSE systems.
• 3+ years of HSE experience in port operations, marine terminals, heavy logistics, or project cargo.
• Experience conducting incident investigations and Root Cause Analysis (RCA).
• Knowledge of heavy lifting operations and basic rigging & slinging principles.
• Strong understanding of occupational safety, environmental, and port regulations.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and HSE management software.
• English required.
• French required for Quebec 🇫🇷.

Working Hours & Conditions

• Schedule determined by vessel unloading schedules
• Availability to support emergency response activities outside normal business hours when required.
• Physical ability to work outdoors, walk long distances, climb stairs, and board vessels.

Certifications / Training

Preferred credentials and training:

• CSP (Certified Safety Professional) or CRSP (Canadian Registered Safety Professional)
• ASP (Associate Safety Professional)
• First Aid / CPR / AED
• ASP Quebec Construction Training – mandatory for Quebec.

Freelance Terms

• Independent Contractor / Freelance engagement.
• The professional must be able to issue invoices for services rendered.
• Please indicate your expected hourly or daily rate in CAD.
• The contractor is responsible for their own tax obligations, insurance, and business expenses.