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Desgagnés Transarctik Inc. (DTI) specializes in the management and operation of maritime services in the Canadian Arctic, thanks to its experienced managers, who are well versed in the specific needs and operational requirements of its customers, its specialized stevedoring and cargo-handling personnel, as well as its crews, who are accustomed to the harshest conditions at sea, and the use of vessels specially designed for the unique needs of ice navigation and the service itself.
Join us today and become part of the team shaping the future of Arctic navigation.
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Contact us to find out if the OHS and Environment Advisor position is right for you!
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Job description
Join the Arctic adventure!
At Desgagnés Transarctik Inc., we operate well beyond the Canadian Arctic: we cultivate a work environment where safety, respect for the environment and efficiency guide our every action.
As an OHS and Environment Advisor, you will play an essential role in ensuring the safety of our teams and the protection of our working environments, whether on the docks, on board our ships or in our northern operations.
What you will do
You will be called upon to carry out field inspections and recommend appropriate preventive actions. You will participate in incident investigations, ensuring rigorous follow-up on corrective measures implemented.
In support of the teams, you will actively contribute to training and coaching in health, safety and the environment. Your role will also include participating in audits, analyzing operational risks and supporting environmental initiatives.
Finally, your presence will be essential in the ports of Quebec and Arctic Canada, where you will play a key role in prevention and operational support.
What we are looking for
A passionate and dynamic professional, capable of combining administrative rigor with an active presence in the field.
You have a degree in health and safety (or equivalent), with at least 3 years’ experience in OHS prevention, ideally in federally, provincially regulated or unionized environments.
You are recognized for your inspirational leadership, practicality and ability to manage priorities. You are bilingual (French and English) and willing to travel to various ports in Quebec and the Canadian Arctic.
Why join Desgagnés Transarctik Inc.
It’s much more than a job. It’s an opportunity to make a tangible contribution to the safety and protection of exceptional operating environments, within a caring company proud of its Quebec roots and northern expertise. We offer a stimulating work environment, challenges to match your ambitions and the pride of participating in projects that are unique in Canada.
Specifically, the OHS and Environment Advisor’s main responsibilities are to:
In health and safety
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- Act as an agent of change and ambassador for good OHS practices
- Carry out site inspections and recommend preventive and corrective measures
- Participate in incident investigations and follow up corrective actions
- Collaborate in the deployment of the company’s OHS strategies and programs
- Identify hazards and analyze risks related to various operational activities
- Ensure that practices comply with laws, regulations and customer requirements
- Support teams in applying procedures and preparing operations
- Contribute to the annual review of OHS management systems and identification of priorities
- Participate in OHS committees and follow up on health and safety training courses
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In the environment
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- Participate in the implementation and follow-up of environmental initiatives
- Support operations to reduce environmental impact
- Participate in environmental audits and inspections on board ships and at sites
- Support the dissemination of a culture of environmental protection in operations
- Contribute to data collection and analysis of environmental indicators
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Operational support
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- Maintain a strong presence on the ground, in the ports of Quebec and Arctic Canada
- Actively collaborate with corporate OHS and QHSE teams
- Support and coach managers and employees in the application of best practices
- Prepare and update OHS and environment documentation related to operations
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Working conditions
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- Permanent, day shift
- 40 hours per week from May to October, and 35 hours per week from November to April, for an average of 37.5 hours, spread over five (5) days from Monday to Friday.
- Comprehensive group insurance program (including dental insurance)
- Registered Retirement Savings Plan (with employer contribution)
- Employee assistance program and telemedicine
- Annual vacation
- Floating vacations, sick leave and statutory holidays
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Required Skills
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- College diploma in occupational health and safety management, or equivalent
- Minimum 3 years’ experience as an OHS prevention generalist
- Experience in a federal or provincial jurisdiction and in a unionized environment
- Experience in shipping is an asset
- Excellent knowledge of occupational health and safety laws and regulations (COHSR, Canada Labour Code, and other Canadian laws)
- Bilingual, French and English, spoken and written
- Proficient in using Microsoft Office suite software
- Rigorous and organized
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to reconcile administrative tasks with presence in the field
- Ability to work in a team
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