HSE Field Safety Advisor

CFM is seeking a Field Safety Advisor to join our team in Saint John, NB. You will play a key role in ensuring the health, safety, and environmental well-being of our employees, contractors, and surrounding communities. You will support the development and implementation of safety programs, maintain a strong field presence, and collaborate closely with operations to foster a proactive culture of safety excellence.
Maintain a strong and visible field presence, emphasizing proactive prevention and leading‑indicator activities.
Partner with management and operations to reinforce safety expectations through consistent coaching and engagement. Provide expertise and guidance on safety standards, best practices, and risk‑mitigation strategies.
Assist employees in identifying hazards and implementing effective controls to reduce risk.
Maintain and support the execution of safety policies and procedures aligned with corporate and regulatory requirements. Continuously identify opportunities to improve safety processes, procedures, and technologies.
Deliver training, toolbox talks, and safety awareness sessions to strengthen knowledge and reinforce safe work behaviors.
Lead thorough investigations of incidents, accidents, and near misses, ensuring accurate documentation, root‑cause analysis, and follow‑up on corrective actions
Manage key health and safety programs, including audits, safety meetings, and Joint Health & Safety Committees (JHSCs).
Analyze safety KPIs and incident data to identify trends, emerging risks, and improvement opportunities.
Post-secondary education in Safety or related discipline.
A minimum of 2 years of experience in occupational health and safety, preferably across diverse industries. Completion of or commitment to complete NBCSA COR Training.
Strong knowledge of provincial safety regulations.
Experience developing and delivering safety training.
Valid Class 5 driver’s license and ability to travel.
Join CFM , a leading provider of custom machining, fabrication, and technical services with a strong presence throughout Eastern Canada, also supporting industrial projects throughout the Northeastern United States, and globally. With well-equipped facilities in Saint John, NB, Dartmouth, NS and St. John’s, NL, we deliver innovative, cost-effective solutions to a diverse range of industries, including Pulp and Paper, Oil and Gas, Utilities, Forestry, and more. Our experienced, certified teams are available 24/7, providing exceptional service for everything from plant shutdowns and repairs to inspections, testing, and capital projects. If you're looking to advance your career in a company that values quality, innovation, and customer service, CFM is the place to build your career !
We are committed to creating accessible environments for our colleagues, candidates, and customers. Requests for accommodation due to a disability (which may be visible or invisible, temporary, or permanent) can be made at any stage of application and employment. Our recruitment advisors and hiring teams will utilize human screening combined with AI technology to help identify the skills and qualities that matter most to our business, while safeguarding your privacy and using AI responsibly.