Health, Safety & Environmental (HSE) Advisor

In this role, you will be responsible for implementing and maintaining HSE processes, supporting compliance requirements, and embedding a consistent and practical approach to risk management across the site. You will work closely with site leadership and employees to promote safe working practices, support incident management, and strengthen overall HSE performance.

This position is part of the wider Health, Safety & Environment function and will contribute to a high-performing team focused on risk reduction, operational consistency, and workforce protection across our global operations.

This role is particularly important within the Dowling site, where HSE responsibilities have transitioned over time and are currently held within HR. As the operation continues to evolve, a dedicated HSE Advisor is required to provide the appropriate level of technical oversight, ownership, and support aligned to business needs.

Our customers rely on Hexagon Autonomous Solutions to deliver safe, reliable and high-performing technology. This position plays a key role in supporting that expectation by ensuring a safe and compliant working environment.

The location

Hexagon is a global organisation with operations worldwide. This position is based in Sudbury, Ontario, supporting the Dowling site.

As our Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) Advisor, you will be responsible for:

• Implementing and maintaining corporate HSE policies, standards and programmes at site level, ensuring effective local application in line with regulatory requirements and business needs
• Acting as the primary point of contact for all HSE matters at the Dowling site, providing practical guidance and day-to-day support to leadership and employees
• Leading risk assessment processes, incident investigations and root cause analysis, ensuring corrective and preventive actions are implemented and sustained
• Supporting the delivery of HSE training, awareness initiatives and toolbox talks to strengthen workforce understanding and engagement
• Monitoring environmental performance and ensuring compliance with applicable environmental requirements, including waste management and reporting obligations
• Supporting site inspections, internal audits and external certification requirements, including alignment to ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 standards
• Working with cross-functional teams to embed HSE considerations into daily operations, maintenance activities and project planning
• Maintaining accurate HSE records and performance data, supporting reporting requirements and continuous improvement activities
• Supporting the coordination and effectiveness of site HSE committees and employee participation programmes
• Ensuring emergency preparedness arrangements are in place, maintained and periodically tested

Requirements

• Post-secondary qualification in Occupational Health and Safety, Environmental Management, or a related discipline
• Recognised OHS certification (e.g. CRSP, CRST, or working towards certification)
• Demonstrated experience (typically 3–5 years) in HSE roles within manufacturing, engineering or operational environments
• Strong working knowledge of Ontario health and safety legislation, including the Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA) and applicable regulations
• Experience implementing HSE policies, standards and programmes at site level in alignment with corporate frameworks
• Competence in risk assessment, incident investigation and audit processes
• Professional communication skills, both written and verbal

Key Success Factors

• Ability to translate corporate HSE policies and programmes into practical, effective implementation at site level
• Strong communication and influencing skills, with the ability to engage leadership and the workforce
• Structured, proactive approach to risk management, problem solving and continuous improvement
• Ability to work independently while maintaining alignment with a global HSE function
• Focus on building a positive safety culture and embedding HSE into day-to-day operations

Nice to Have

• Experience supporting ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 implementation or certification
• Exposure to manufacturing, assembly, or technology-driven environments
• Experience contributing to environmental or sustainability initiatives, including ESG-related activities