Building the space between proven and possible, MDA Space (TSX:MDA) is a trusted mission partner to the global space industry. A robotics, satellite systems and geointelligence pioneer with a 60-year+ story of world firsts and more than 450 missions, MDA Space is a global leader in communications satellites, Earth and space observation, and space exploration and infrastructure.
The MDA Space team of more than 3,400 space experts in Canada, the US and the UK has the knowledge and know-how to turn an audacious customer vision into an achievable mission – bringing to bear a one-of-a-kind mix of experience, engineering excellence and wide-eyed wonder that’s been in our DNA since day one.
For those who dream big and push boundaries on the ground and in the stars to change the world for the better, we’ll take you there
Role:
The EOHS Manager will act as an expert in occupational health and safety, environmental management, and sustainability programs. Reporting directly to the Director of Product Assurance, this role is responsible for developing, implementing, and maintaining a proactive EOHS management system that ensures compliance with all federal, provincial, and municipal laws and regulations related to occupational health and safety and environmental protection, as well as customer requirements. This position will require daily presence at the MDA Montreal plant site.
The successful candidate will promote an accident-free safety culture, act as co-chair of the Joint Occupational Health and Safety Committee (JOHSC), and serve as a strategic partner to the company by integrating health, safety, and environmental considerations into operations, projects, and culture.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead, mentor, and manage staff and EOHS Coordinators; provide coaching, performance feedback, and professional development opportunities to build a high-performing EOHS team.
- Support, implement, and maintain MDA Space EOSH programs to ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations, as well as MDA policies and procedures.
- Participate in field visits to government agencies to understand applicable EOSH regulations and ensure compliance.
- Act as co-chair of the JOHSC, ensuring compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act, the Workplace Safety and Insurance Act, the requirements of the Department of Labour, and other provincial and municipal EOHS regulations.
- Report regularly to the business division’s operations management team on EOHS performance, risks, and opportunities.
- Promote the internal accountability system (IAS) by encouraging shared responsibility for safety at all levels of the organization.
- Develop, implement, and maintain EOHS programs, policies, and procedures tailored to SATSY Montreal’s operations.
- Collaborate with other business units to share best practices and ensure consistency of EOHS standards across the organization.
- Lead and provide expertise during internal and external health, safety, and environmental audits.
- Lead and oversee pre-startup health and safety reviews in accordance with Quebec regulations for equipment, processes, and plant modifications.
- Collaborate with facilities, operations, and engineering departments during space planning, expansions, and process changes to ensure regulatory compliance and EOHS integration.
- Conduct workplace inspections, safety audits, risk assessments, and environmental impact reviews.
- Manage incident investigations using root cause analysis and implement corrective and preventive actions.
- Monitor and report compliance to management, external regulators, and customers.
- Monitor, analyze, and report key health and safety performance indicators (KPIs) to management and stakeholders, ensuring that trends, risks, and opportunities for improvement are clearly communicated.
- Develop orientation programs for EOHS employees, regulatory training, and behavioral safety coaching for employees and managers.
- Encourage teams to proactively identify hazards, risks, and sustainability opportunities.
- Promote a culture of prevention and accident-free safety through continuous improvement initiatives and behavioral safety programs.
- Support and maintain environmental management systems (EMS), pollution prevention initiatives, and sustainability projects.
- Monitor environmental performance indicators (KPIs) and compliance with municipal, provincial, and federal regulations.
Requirements
- University degree in occupational health and safety, environmental science, engineering, or a related field.
- Professional accreditation in EHS (e.g., CRSP, CIH, CHSC, CSP).
- 10 to 15 years of progressive experience in EOHS in industrial or engineering environments, including experience in unionized environments.
- Demonstrated leadership ability in managing, developing, and motivating EOHS professionals to achieve strong results and foster a culture of safety excellence.
- Previous experience in the aerospace, manufacturing, or industrial sectors.
- Solid knowledge and application of the Occupational Health and Safety Act, the Workplace Safety and Insurance Act, the Environmental Protection Act, and the Quebec Fire Safety Code.
- Experience in developing and implementing EOHS management systems, including risk assessments, policies, and training programs.
- Proven experience as co-chair of a JOHSC and as a leader of SRI initiatives.
- Advanced skills in incident and near-miss investigation, risk assessment, and root cause analysis.
- Strong teamwork, interpersonal, problem-solving, and project management skills.
- Strong communication skills and ability to influence and engage at all levels of the organization.
- Experience in designing and managing a safety excellence program (preferred, but not required).
- Exposure to behaviour-based safety (BBS) practices and coaching is an asset.
- Experience in implementing and maintaining environmental management systems (e.g., ISO 14001) and occupational health and safety management systems (e.g., ISO 45001) is an asset.
Comments/Special Considerations:
Successful candidates must obtain and hold security clearance at the reliability status level, and pass security assessment for the Controlled Goods Program (CGP).
We’re a dream team of purpose-driven, collaborative and passionate people, and we are constantly looking for others to join #TeamMDA to ignite new and innovative approaches to problem-solving that push us forward to improve life on and above Earth. If you’re excited to expand our place in space and driven to inspire the next generation, we’ll take you there.
We have entered a new era of exploration and development, and MDA welcomes all who yearn to suit up and be part of it. An equal opportunity employer prizing diversity, integrity and collaboration, we are committed to growing MDA’s and Canada’s leadership in this next golden age.
MDA provides competitive compensation and benefits packages for its employees at all locations. As a team member of MDA, you and your qualified dependents are eligible to participate in a benefit plan that ensures a comprehensive level of protection through competitive health care including; extended healthcare and flexible drug plans, dental and vision benefits, disability income protection, life insurance, group retirement savings plans; and an employee and family assistance program.
MDA is proud to provide accommodation(s) during the recruitment process. Should you require any accommodations, please indicate this on your application/cover letter and we will work with you to meet your accessibility needs.
