Job Description
Stella-Jones is a leading manufacturer of essential infrastructure products focused on serving utilities and railroads, as well as supplying big box home improvement stores across North America. Headquartered in Montreal, Canada and publicly traded on the Toronto Stock Exchange, Stella-Jones operates a vast network of facilities that employs more than 3,000 employees across the United States and Canada. Built on strong foundations with a coast-to-coast reach, we offer real opportunities for career success and community impact.
Are you a passionate safety professional who thrives in a hands-on environment? Stella-Jones is looking for a Health & Safety Advisor, Operations to join our team and make a real impact on the ground. This is a fully onsite position based in Guelph, Ontario (5 days a week) , where you'll serve as the go-to safety resource at our facility — working shoulder-to-shoulder with plant leadership and employees to build a culture where safety isn't just a policy, it's a way of working.
Responsibilities:
Site Oversight & Inspections
• Conduct daily yard and plant inspections and monitor PPE compliance
• Perform spot checks on Powered Industrial Equipment (PIE) operators
• Maintain a visible, approachable presence as the site's safety champion
• Lead safety audits, walkthroughs, and employee interviews
Program & Document Management
• Develop and maintain JHAs, SOPs, LOTO programs, and Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
• Manage PPE inventory and site-specific safety manuals
• Keep safety communication boards up to date and accessible
Staff & Contractor Engagement
• Deliver new hire safety onboarding and ongoing training
• Co-chair Joint Health & Safety Committees
• Support contractor onboarding and compliance oversight
Emergency & Incident Response
• Plan, coordinate, and document emergency drills
• Investigate incidents and near misses, identifying root causes and corrective actions
• Support injury claim management and return-to-work planning
Regulatory Compliance & Continuous Improvement
• Stay current on provincial health & safety legislation
• Develop and improve health and safety programs, standards, and procedures
• Actively pursue professional development opportunities
Qualifications:
• Post-secondary education in Health & Safety (or equivalent combination of education and experience)
• 5+ years of H&S experience in a manufacturing environment
• CRSP, CHSC, or equivalent designation
• First Aid/CPR, WHMIS, Confined Space, and/or Train-the-Trainer
• In-depth knowledge of provincial and federal OHS legislation
• Proven experience in hazard identification, risk assessment, and incident investigation
• Strong communicator — able to engage and influence at all levels
• Detail-oriented with experience in KPI reporting and incident data tracking
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite; familiarity with safety management software is a plus
As a Stella-Jones employee, you will enjoy access to excellent benefits and incentives, including:
• Extended health and dental coverage
• Life insurance and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D)
• Short-Term and Long-Term disability coverage
• Competitive compensation
• Annual Bonus Program
• Retirement program (RRSP) with generous Company match (150% of employee's 4% contribution)
• Company Share Purchase Program with 25% Company contribution match
• Career advancement opportunities
Stella-Jones is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, provincial, or local laws.
This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. Stella-Jones makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.
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