SSHE Lead

NES Fircroft is a leading global technical recruitment company providing professional contract and permanent staff to a diverse worldwide client base within the oil & gas industry.

Job Title: SSHE Lead III

Location: Calgary, AB

Length: 7 months (possible extension based on performance)

Rotation: 14 days on / 14 days off

Role Summary

The Safety, Security, Health, and Environment (SSHE) Supervisor supports applicable functions, units, and projects by developing and reviewing deliverables, responding to management requests, identifying staffing needs, and reviewing and endorsing work deliverables.

The role provides stewardship, analysis, direction, and supervisory support to ensure that tools, resources, and processes are fit for purpose and aligned with SSHE objectives and priorities.

The SSHE Supervisor is accountable for managing reporting personnel to optimize performance, ensuring effective stewardship, and supporting career development.

Key Responsibilities

• Support organizational SSHE objectives through effective leadership, guidance, and oversight
• Develop, review, and endorse SSHE-related deliverables
• Identify workforce and resource requirements to support SSHE initiatives
• Provide analysis and recommendations to management on SSHE matters
• Ensure that tools, systems, and support mechanisms are fit for purpose
• Lead and manage direct reports, including performance optimization and career development

Tasks and Responsibilities

• Ensure understanding of and compliance with all applicable legal and regulatory requirements
• Report all SSHE incidents in accordance with company procedures
• Conduct Workplace Safety Observations
• Comply with client requirements and actively promote SSHE practices on site
• Ensure adherence to Emergency Preparedness and Response procedures
• Enforce compliance with Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) requirements

Role Scope

• Drives SSHE performance across assigned functions, units, or projects
• Ensures alignment with corporate standards, client expectations, and regulatory requirements
• Provides leadership in risk management, compliance, and performance improvement
• Acts as a key contributor to a strong safety culture and operational excellence

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required
• Experience working in multicultural and/or multilingual environments, preferably in emerging markets
• Experience in safety-related roles, including some exposure to oil & gas operations
• Demonstrated ability to deliver strong SSHE performance on projects
• Proven ability to build effective internal and external relationships within a team environment
• Ability to prioritize and work independently with sound judgment and understanding of company procedures

Functional Skills

• Emergency preparedness and response
• Incident investigation and analysis
• Operations integrity and compliance assessment
• Operations Integrity Management System (OIMS) execution support
• Risk assessment and management
• Safety management systems
• Safety regulations and standards
• Fundamentals of health and security
• Environmental business planning
• Environmental standards and regulatory compliance
• Regulation development and advocacy

Technical Competencies

• Extensive knowledge of security processes and procedures
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
• Strong understanding of SSHE systems, standards, and compliance frameworks

Additional Requirements

• Fluent in English (reading, writing, and speaking)
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Strong stakeholder engagement and teamwork capabilities
• No additional training will be provided beyond company-specific safety standards and procedures

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