Health And Safety Manager, Bowmanville

Lead Safety. Drive Culture. Protect People.

FuzeHR is seeking a dynamic and hands-on Health & Safety Manager to champion and elevate our safety culture across multiple Ontario facilities and project sites. Ideal candidates will be based in either Guelph or London, Ontario. This is not a desk-only role; we're looking for a true "boots-on-the-ground" leader with deep experience in manufacturing, industrial, or production environments who thrives in fast-paced, operationally complex settings.

In this role, you'll take ownership of health and safety strategy while rolling up your sleeves to ensure consistent, compliant, and high-performing execution on the ground. You'll partner closely with site leaders and report to the Director, Health & Safety, playing a critical role in shaping a proactive, zero-compromise safety culture.

What are the Perks?

• Competitive Salary up to $120,000 base + performance incentives!
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, Vision & Life Insurance
• RRSP with Company Match & Profit-Sharing Program
• Generous Paid Time Off (vacation, sick days, volunteer time)
• Wellness Program & Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Tuition Reimbursement for continued learning
• Ongoing employee recognition & development opportunities

What are the Responsibilities?

• Lead & Execute Safety Strategy
• Drive the rollout and implementation of company-wide health & safety programs across Ontario facilities—ensuring strong adoption, accountability, and performance at the site level.
• Be the Technical Safety Expert
• Provide hands-on guidance and expert interpretation of OHSA, WSIB, MOL, and other regulatory requirements—ensuring full compliance across all operations.
• Coach & Influence on the Floor
• Mentor Health & Safety Specialists and site teams, delivering practical, real-time coaching that improves safe work practices and builds leadership capability.
• Monitor Performance & Drive Improvement
• Track KPIs, analyze trends, and work closely with site leadership to implement corrective actions and continuously improve safety outcomes.
• Audit & Strengthen Systems
• Conduct and support internal audits, ensuring Health & Safety Management System (HSMS) effectiveness, compliance, and continuous enhancement.
• Lead Incident Investigations
• Take charge of investigations; identifying root causes, ensuring corrective actions are executed, and sharing learnings organization-wide.
• Collaborate Across the Business
• Work cross-functionally with operations, contractors, suppliers, and regulatory agencies to ensure safe, coordinated, and compliant site activities.
• Maintain & Evolve Safety Programs
• Update policies, procedures, training, and documentation to reflect evolving regulations and operational needs.
• Emergency Preparedness Leadership
• Support the development and implementation of emergency response programs and coordinate with local first responders when necessary.
• Report & Influence Leadership Decisions
• Deliver monthly/quarterly reporting with actionable insights to senior leadership and the Board.
• Stay Connected to Operations
• Travel 25–30% to Ontario sites—building relationships, conducting audits, leading safety conversations, and ensuring boots-on-ground visibility.

What are the Requirements?

• 5+ years of hands-on, "boots-on-the-ground" safety leadership in manufacturing, industrial, or production environments
• Strong working knowledge of Ontario safety legislation (OHSA, WSIB, MOL) and proven experience navigating regulatory compliance
• Demonstrated experience working directly with regulatory bodies and inspections
• Proven ability to lead safety initiatives in multi-site operations
• Experience with HSMS implementation, audits, and continuous improvement
• Strong incident investigation and root cause analysis expertise
• Experience in Prime Contractor / CSO roles (considered an asset)
• Degree, diploma, or designation in Occupational Health & Safety or related field
• Certifications such as CRSP, CRST, NCSO/HSO considered strong assets

Technical Skills

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel & Word (data tracking, reporting, analysis)
• Experience using Health & Safety Management Systems (HSMS) software
• Strong ability to interpret legislation and translate requirements into operational practices

Key Competencies

• Strong communicator with the ability to influence at all levels, from shop floor to executive
• Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple sites and competing priorities
• Analytical thinker with a proactive, problem-solving mindset
• Flexible, collaborative, and committed to continuous safety improvement
• High attention to detail with strong professional integrity and confidentiality

For our client, safety is not a checkbox; it's a core value embedded in everything they do. You'll be empowered to lead meaningful change, influence critical decisions, and make a real impact on the well-being of teams across multiple sites.

If you're a hands-on safety leader ready to step into a role where your expertise drives real-world impact, we want to hear from you!