Health and Safety Director

Service: Health & Safety (HR02)

Domtar is a leader in the production of pulp, paper, packaging, tissue paper, and wood products. Thanks to our commitment to safety and sustainable development, operational excellence, and our diverse network of facilities in Canada and the United States, we offer our global customers high-quality products at competitive prices.

Our team consists of 14,000 talented and dedicated individuals. We are proud to offer competitive compensation, a stimulating work environment, enriching career paths, and numerous opportunities for development and learning.

The Windsor facility (Quebec, Canada) is looking for qualified individuals to fill the position of Health and Safety Director. This is a full-time permanent position.

Our benefits

• Competitive salary and annual bonus program;
• Defined benefit pension plan with employer participation;
• Advantageous insurance plan with employer contribution (prescription drugs, dental, travel, disability, and life);
• On-site health services with access to a physician;
• Telemedicine service;
• On-site gym with physiotherapy and group fitness classes;
• Access to an employee assistance program;
• On-site cafeteria with fresh and varied menu;
• Employee activities and recognition;
• Human resources management that prioritizes learning and development;
• Opportunity to get involved in the plant through various committees (sustainability development committee, safety brigade, trainer, etc.).
• Main responsibilities:

Reporting to the general manager, you will act as a strategic leader to promote a culture of prevention, accountability, and operational excellence throughout the organization. Support managers and teams in proactive risk management while mobilizing and developing the SST team. More specifically:

Leadership and SST culture

• Define and implement the site's SST vision based on corporate programs;
• Promote a culture of prevention, accountability, and continuous improvement;
• Support managers in integrating SST best practices.

Risk management and operational excellence

• Structure and optimize the implementation of SST programs, policies, and procedures;
• Ensure proactive identification and management of risks;
• Support incident investigations and corrective action plans;
• Ensure compliance with SST laws and regulations.

Engagement and field presence

• Develop initiatives to engage employees in SST;
• Maintain active field presence with teams and managers;
• Strengthen the safety culture through communication and awareness.

Team management

• Supervise, mobilize, and develop the SST team;
• Prioritize actions according to operational needs;
• Foster a collaborative and results-oriented approach.

Workplace accident management

• In collaboration with your health team, manage the administrative files of workplace accident cases.

Professional experience and qualifications

• University degree in a relevant field (industrial relations, operations management, human resources, or another related field);
• 10 years of experience in occupational health and safety, with several years in a management role;
• Significant experience in team management and supporting managers;
• Strong experience in developing an SST culture and managing change;
• Mastery of SST laws and regulations;
• Recognized for your leadership, managerial courage, and influence;
• Excellent relational and communication skills;
• Bilingual* (French and English, spoken and written).
• This requirement is mandatory as you will need to interact with clients, partners, and/or our American subsidiaries on a regular basis, both orally and in writing.

Domtar has strongly committed to increasing the importance of equity, diversity, and inclusion to provide all employees with the means to fully realize themselves. We form a dynamic team with diverse backgrounds, and the richness of our perspectives is one of the keys to our success. We offer an inclusive, valuing, safe, and development-rich work environment that allows you to enhance your skills.

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