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Hypertec is seeking a Health & Safety Specialist to join our Human Resources team in Montreal, Quebec. If you are motivated, collaborative, and aligned with our values, we would love to hear from you.
We believe that how we work is just as important as what we build. Our values reflect the mindset we bring to everything we do:
- Innovation
- Trust
- Entrepreneurship
- Customer Focus
What You’ll Be Contributing:
Health & Safety Program Leadership
- Own and manage the OH&S Prevention Program in compliance with applicable Canadian, Quebec and U.S. federal, state, and local regulations;
- Serve as the ISO 45001 Management System Owner, including maintenance, continuous improvement, internal audits, corrective actions, and external certification audits;
- Support the integration of OH&S requirements into business processes and operational changes;
- Ensure consistent H&S standards and practices across Canadian and U.S. operations.
Risk Management & Hazard Control
- Lead hazard identification, risk assessments, and job safety analyses for the organization, such as for:
- Partner with internal leaders to implement effective controls using the hierarchy of controls;
- Monitor safety performance indicators, trends, and risk mitigation effectiveness.
Joint Health & Safety Committee (JHSC)
- Act as the primary facilitator and advisor to the JHSC;
- Ensure committee effectiveness, regulatory compliance, and alignment with CNESST, OSHA, and ISO 45001 worker participation requirements;
- Encourage meaningful employee participation and open feedback.
Training, Engagement & Culture
- Develop and deliver H&S training programs for employees, supervisors, and managers;
- Promote a positive, prevention‑focused safety culture through visible leadership engagement and employee involvement;
- Welcome, investigate, and respond constructively to employee feedback, safety concerns, near‑miss reports, and suggestions;
- Support managers in fulfilling their H&S leadership responsibilities.
Incident Management & Compliance
- Lead or support incident and near‑miss investigations using root‑cause analysis methodologies;
- Coordinate corrective and preventive actions to completion;
- Coordinate regulatory reporting, inspections, and responses (CNESST, OSHA, and other authorities as applicable);
- Maintain accurate documentation and records in accordance with legal and ISO requirements.
Reporting & Continuous Improvement
- Prepare regular reports and dashboards for management on H&S performance, risks, and trends;
- Participate in management reviews as required;
- Identify opportunities for continuous improvement and best‑practice adoption across sites.
What Sets You Apart:
- Bachelor’s degree in a related field;
- 3 years of progressive experience in an H&S role within manufacturing or warehouse environments;
- Hands‑on experience managing an ISO 45001‑certified OH&S Management System;
- Working knowledge of Canadian (Quebec and Ontario) and U.S. occupational health & safety regulations;
- Demonstrated experience working with or supporting Joint Health & Safety Committees or equivalent bodies;
- Strong facilitation, communication, and coaching skills with the ability to influence at all levels;
- Experience supporting multi‑site or cross‑border operations and ability to travel occasionally to company sites;
- Experience in R&D or laboratory safety environments is an asset;
- Bilingual communication both written and spoken (French / English) is required to support the US and Quebec‑based operations.
What’s In it For You:
- Hybrid work model for certain job categories, supported by competitive benefits.
- Comprehensive health benefits that ensure you and your family are covered for a wide range of medical needs.
- Health Spending Account (HSA).
- Employer-matched RRSP Program.
- Paid Floater Days.
- Our head office will soon relocate to a new, state-of-the-art facility in LaSalle, near the Lachine Canal. Designed to set new standards in sustainability, it reflects our commitment to responsible growth and innovation.
Immerse Yourself in the Hypertec Journey:
You think you are the right candidate for this role? We can’t wait to meet you! We look beyond the CV to discover real potential. Hit “Apply” and let’s discover it together!
About Hypertec
Founded in 1984, Hypertec empowers innovators to push boundaries and lead their industries through transformative technology.
Through our five divisions—High Performance Compute & AI, Data Center Construction, Health, Custom Manufacturing, and Solutions Partner—we help clients turn complex challenges into opportunities for sustainable growth. Trusted by leaders in AI, financial services, media & entertainment, healthcare, and the public sector, we serve clients in over 80 countries.
Recognized globally for innovation and sustainability, including our revolutionary immersion-born servers, we continue to deliver technology that makes a lasting difference.
Learn more at www.hypertec.com
Hypertec is an equal opportunity employer.
Hypertec evaluates qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability status or any other legally protected characteristic.
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