Senior Manager, Health & Safety Environment (HSE)

Req Id: 432686

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At Bell, your skills and expertise will help set us apart as we continue to be the leading provider of digital connections and next generation services to businesses and governments.

Summary

Bell AI Fabric is developing Canada's next generation of AI and hyperscale data centre infrastructure. As demand for artificial intelligence and high-performance computing continues to grow, we're building the secure, resilient facilities that will power innovation across the country.

We are seeking an experienced and strategic Senior Manager, Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) to lead the health, safety, emergency preparedness, environmental compliance, and contractor safety programs supporting Bell AI Fabric's growing portfolio of AI data centre campuses across Canada.

Reporting to the Director, Operations, AI Fabric, the Senior Manager, HSE will be accountable for developing and executing Bell AI Fabric's national health, safety, environmental, and operational risk management programs that protect employees, contractors, customers, and critical infrastructure assets across all AI Fabric facilities.

This role will provide leadership across occupational health and safety, environmental compliance, emergency preparedness, incident management, contractor safety governance, operational readiness, and continuous improvement while supporting the rapid growth of Bell's national AI infrastructure platform

Key Responsibilities

Lead the health, safety, and environmental strategy for Bell AI Fabric's national data centre portfolio.

Develop and maintain enterprise HSE standards, policies, procedures, and governance programs supporting AI Fabric facilities and operations.

Oversee operational safety programs including:

Permit-to-Work programs

Lockout/Tagout and energy isolation programs

Electrical safety programs

Confined space management

Hot work controls

Working-at-heights programs

Critical lifting operations

Contractor safety management systems

Lead HSE risk assessments, hazard identification processes, and safety compliance programs across multiple sites.

Direct emergency preparedness, crisis management, business continuity support, and incident response activities.

Partner with Security and Operations teams to ensure integrated emergency response and resilience planning. 

Establish and maintain operational readiness and commissioning safety programs supporting new AI Fabric campus deployments and facility expansions.

Develop contractor qualification, onboarding, safety orientation, and performance management programs.

Ensure all contractors and service providers comply with Bell safety standards and regulatory requirements.

Lead incident investigations, root cause analysis, corrective action programs, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Partner with Operations, Engineering, Security, Human Resources, Facilities, Construction, Commissioning, and Customer organizations to embed HSE requirements throughout the facility lifecycle.

Oversee environmental compliance programs including:

Environmental management plans

Waste management programs

Fuel storage compliance

Hazardous materials management

Sustainability initiatives

Regulatory reporting requirements

Manage strategic vendor relationships, environmental consultants, safety service providers, training organizations, and third-party compliance partners.

Provide executive-level reporting, recommendations, HSE metrics, and risk insights to senior leadership.

Build, develop, and lead a high-performing national HSE team that supports Bell AI Fabric's operational and growth objectives.

Critical Qualifications

University degree in Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Science, Engineering, Industrial Hygiene, Business Administration, or a related discipline.

Minimum 10 years of progressive leadership experience in Health, Safety & Environment programs within critical infrastructure, industrial, telecommunications, utilities, technology, construction, or data centre environments.

Experience leading multi-site HSE programs within complex operational environments.

Strong background in occupational safety, environmental compliance, emergency preparedness, incident management, and contractor safety governance.

Experience developing and implementing HSE governance, risk management, and compliance frameworks.

Demonstrated knowledge of federal and provincial Occupational Health & Safety legislation and environmental regulations.

Proven ability to influence senior stakeholders and drive organizational change.

Strong business acumen and experience managing budgets, service providers, and strategic initiatives.

Exceptional leadership, communication, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.

Preferred Qualifications

CRSP (Canadian Registered Safety Professional).

CSP (Certified Safety Professional).

CHSC, CIH, or equivalent professional designation.

ISO 45001 Occupational Health & Safety Management Systems experience.

ISO 14001 Environmental Management Systems experience.

Experience supporting hyperscale data centres, critical infrastructure, utilities, telecommunications networks, energy facilities, or other mission-critical environments.

Experience supporting customer audits, regulatory inspections, and operational readiness reviews.

Knowledge of health, safety, and environmental requirements associated with AI, cloud computing, and high-density digital infrastructure environments.

Additional Requirements

Strategic Thinking

Executive Presence

Safety Leadership

Risk Management

Stakeholder Management

Change Leadership

Emergency & Crisis Leadership

Communication and Influence

Team Development

Operational Excellence

Continuous Improvement

Customer Focus

Adequate knowledge of French is required for positions in Quebec. 

Additional Information:

Position Type: Management

Job Status: Regular - Full Time

Job Location: Canada : Saskatchewan : Regina 
Work Arrangement: Hybrid
Application Deadline: 10/30/2026

For work arrangements that are ‘Hybrid’, successful candidates must be based in Canada and report to a set Bell office for a minimum of 3 days a week. Recognizing the importance of work-life balance, Bell offers flexibility in work hours based on the business needs.

Please apply directly online to be considered for this role. Applications through email will not be accepted.

We know that caring for our team members is at the heart of a healthy, positive and thriving workplace. As part of our team, you’ll enjoy a comprehensive compensation package that includes a competitive salary and a wide range of benefits to support the well-being of you and your family. As soon as you join us, you'll be eligible for medical, dental, vision and mental health benefits that you can tailor to your specific needs. Plus, as a Bell team member, you'll enjoy a 35% discount on our services and access exclusive offers from our partners. 

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