Director, Health, Safety, Security & Environment (HSS&E)

Reporting to the SVP, HSS&E within the Corporate Portfolio Management Group, the Director, HSSE will be responsible for HSS&E-related audits, investigations, due diligence activities, support to new and existing assets, and the provision of subject matter expertise and assistance with policies, procedures, and process development pertaining to HSS&E.

Support the HSS&E onboarding of new Brookfield Renewable businesses, providing subject matter expertise to assist in the development of HSS&E policies, processes, and procedures necessary for implementation of the Brookfield Renewable HSS&E Management System;

• Provide guidance to technical teams with regards to development of procedures and practices related to BEP HSS&E Standards, contractor management and job safety planning;
• Participate in HSS&E High Risk Incident investigations, HSS&E Management System Gap Analyses, and audits, as well as other HSS&E-related assessments and program monitoring activities across the business;
• Provide subject matter expertise for new construction projects – hydro, wind, solar, battery storage, etc. – and their preparation/initial operation;
• Serve as subject matter expert for HSS&E program implementation with newly acquired/constructed assets;
• Assist in the administration of contracts and IT systems used to manage the Corporate HSS&E program; Everbridge, WorldCue, International SOS, AWS, etc.
• Assist in the collection and reporting of BEP-specific HSS&E metrics and leading / lagging indicators for use in quarterly/annual Corporate and ESG reporting;
• Assist new operating businesses / asset managers in the performance of Asset Condition Assessments for all newly acquired assets to help ensure these assets meet Brookfield Renewable Safety standards and provide a safe working environment for employees and contractors;
• Provide operating businesses with support to help define strategies and action plans for the implementation of recommendations from Brookfield Renewable HSS&E Gap Analyses and audits;
• Assist in the development of HSS&E standards and guidelines for the safe operation of new asset classes; Battery Storage, Off-Shore Wind, Green Hydrogen, etc.

Note: Offices continue to be central to collaboration and Brookfield’s identity. This position requires the employee to be on-site for a minimum of 4 days to perform most effectively.

• Minimum 10 years of Health & Safety experience in a fast paced & dynamic environment;
• Strong interpersonal, coaching and communication skills (written and verbal) with a particular strength in safety training;
• Knowledge of pertinent standards, laws, regulations and practices and the ability to interpret and advise line management of their applications;
• Experience in safety system concepts including due diligence, accident investigations, etc.;
• Extensive formal training particularly in safety;
• Proficient with Microsoft applications and strong English-language writing capability, with particular experience and capability in drafting professional, succinct and clear HSS&E-related assessments and other reports for business leaders and all levels of line management.
• An in-depth understanding and familiarity with OSHA, OHSA and/or other national regulation(s) as they pertain to workplace safety;
• Post-secondary education in Safety Management/Sciences or related experience;
• Certified Registered Safety Professional designation would be an asset;

• Our spaces are open, dynamic, and collaborative, giving you access to different businesses and teams. For your wellbeing, our building is equipped with a modern gym, bike storage, and healthy snacks and drinks.
• We work to recognize you in meaningful, personalized ways including a competitive salary, bonus structure, a health benefits program, and defined contribution pension plan.