Job Description

Job Type:

Regular

People are at the heart of our success. Our culture encourages collaboration, transparency, and accountability in order to generate value and achieve sustainable results. Being part of the team means committing to an environment where everyone’s impact truly matters.

At Agropur, accountability means owning challenges and taking concrete action to achieve results.

‘An environment that empowers you to take action:’

• Recognition of years of service for vacation calculation;
• Flexible group insurance plan including telemedicine services;
• Employee assistance program;
• Opportunities to invest in yourself (career development, etc.);
• Pension plan with company contributions;
• Salary range 004: $73,000 à $91,200 (Salary will be determined based on skills, education, training & experience related to the position.)

‘What you’ll be responsible for each day:’

Reporting to the Regional Safety Manager, the Safety Advisor is responsible for the following. This role offers the opportunity to join an organization in full transformation, where Health & Safety is at the core of decision-making. Based at the Granby site, you will be part of a highly dynamic and collaborative team and will be invited to take on stimulating challenges to strengthen a strong and sustainable safety culture.

• Develop a strong preventive culture where Health & Safety is recognized as a core value that is never compromised;

• Lead the deployment of the Agropur Health & Safety Management System, including site programs and tools;

• Influence, coach, and guide teams to achieve Health & Safety performance targets, reduce risks, and ensure execution of H&S fundamentals:

• Support the site in developing annual plans aligned with established priorities;

• Support, coach, and monitor leading indicators (H&S fundamentals and key preventive activities);

• Drive improvement of safety performance and recommend actions to achieve site objectives;

• Facilitate and coach incident investigations to identify root causes and eliminate risks and hazards;

• Support the site in defining, tracking, and closing actions resulting from audits, regulatory reviews, and investigations;

• Actively participate in Gemba walks and site Health & Safety inspections;

• Participate in daily, weekly, and monthly operational reviews;

• Lead and/or actively participate in the Joint Health & Safety Committee (JHSC) and sub-committees as required;

• Coordinate and support the development of Health & Safety competencies across the site;

• Provide guidance and technical expertise to ensure the effective implementation of major H&S programs;

• Act as a coach and trusted partner for all plant personnel.

‘The individual who will own this role’

• Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Health & Safety or a related field;
• 3–5 years of experience in Health & Safety, preferably in a manufacturing environment;
• Strong knowledge of H&S regulations and best practices;

An environment that values engagement and encourages everyone to take initiative.

Agropur welcomes people from all backgrounds and origins. We are proud to be an employer with a diverse community and are committed to providing a respectful and inclusive experience for all employees and applicants. We will work with candidates who request accommodation. Please note that an adequate knowledge of French is required for positions in Quebec. Agropur uses artificial intelligence technology to assist our recruiters in screening, assessing, or selecting applicants for this position.

In this text, the use of the masculine gender to designate persons is intended only to lighten the text.