Senior Corporate Health and Safety Manager

Do you think you have what it takes to be a key contributor in building Canada’s power infrastructure? F&M Installations Ltd (FMI) is an electrical contracting company that specializes in construction of large-scale energy generation, including projects such as the John Hart Dam Replacement, the Site C Substation, and various transmission and distribution projects. We are proud to consider ourselves to be a leading industrial utility service provider within Western Canada, executing projects in British Columbia, Yukon Territory, Alberta, and Manitoba. Based in Nanaimo, FMI has been family-owned and operated for over 40 years and offers a caring and collaborative work culture. A sense of adventure, pride and fulfillment is built into every career at FMI.

POSITION SUMMARY

Reporting to the Director of Health and Safety, the Senior Corporate Health and Safety Manager leads the execution of FMI’s health and safety programs across all business units. This role is responsible for ensuring compliance, consistency, and continuous improvement in health and safety practices while supporting the strategic direction of the HSE department. The Senior Corporate Health and Safety Manager is both hands-on and collaborative, working closely with operational leaders and teams to promote a strong safety culture, maintain effective systems, and ensure safe and compliant operations across the organization.

This position is based full-time at our Head Office in Nanaimo, BC. Candidates must be local or willing to relocate.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Implement and enforce corporate HSE policies, procedures, and standards across project sites, shop, and office environments.
• Conduct regular field visits to assess safety performance, engage with frontline workers, and support site leadership in resolving safety concerns.
• Facilitate safety training programs to ensure workforce competency and regulatory compliance.
• Lead incident investigations, root cause analysis, and development of corrective and preventive actions.
• Monitor and report on health and safety metrics, trends, and compliance status to the Director of Health and Safety.
• Support project teams in hazard identification, risk assessments, and development of site-specific safety plans.
• Coordinate internal audits and inspections to ensure adherence to safety protocols and continuous improvement.
• Collaborate with project managers, supervisors, and subcontractors to promote a proactive safety culture.
• Provide guidance to site safety personnel.
• Emergency preparedness planning and response coordination.
• Report directly to the Director of Health and Safety and support the execution of strategic safety initiatives.
• Ensure alignment of operational safety activities with the vision and corporate safety goals.
• Provide regular updates and recommendations to the Director regarding field conditions, compliance issues, and emerging risks.
• Maintain accurate records and streamline communication across the department.
• Additional responsibilities may be assigned as required.

QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s degree or diploma in Occupational Health and Safety or equivalent expereince (Required)
• CRSP Designation (Required)
• 5-10 years work experience in a safety leadership role; preference to candidates with experience in the industrial construction field with a focus on high voltage utilities, civil installations and/or similar field
• Proven ability to relate to field workers/supervisors, client representatives & corporate leaders
• Experience leading a team of 3-5 Safety Professionals.
• Proven experience with MS Office and digital safety management systems
• Experience in developing and delivering competency-based instruction and coaching
• Clear and professional communication skills

WHY WORK WITH US?

At FMI, we know our people are the foundation of our success. We're committed to creating a workplace where employees feel valued, supported, and connected, both on and off the job site.

What we offer:

• Competitive compensation and opportunities for growth
• Comprehensive extended health, dental, and vision benefits
• RRSP matching program to help you plan for the future
• A strong safety culture with leadership support and employee involvement
• Regular employee appreciation and engagement events, including food trucks, company lunches, BBQs, and team celebrations
• A collaborative, down-to-earth team environment where your contributions are recognized
• Meaningful work with a growing company that values professionalism, innovation, and continuous improvement

At FMI, we're building more than great projects. We're building a workplace where people enjoy coming to work, feel connected to their team, and have the support they need to thrive both personally and professionally.