Director, Health & Safety

TELUS

Director of Health & Safety leading TELUS's organizational safety program and team of Safety Consultants. Responsible for developing and implementing safety management systems and ensuring compliance with industry regulations.

Posted 7/9/2026full-timeCalgary • 🇨🇦 CanadaLead💰 CA$140,000 - CA$238,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive expertise in health and safety management, including the development and implementation of safety strategies, operational metrics, and compliance with federal and provincial regulations. Proven leadership in mentoring teams and managing budgets within a complex organizational structure.

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Health And Safety ManagementPeople LeadershipOperational Metrics DevelopmentSafety Legislation ExpertiseBudget Management

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Hard Skills

Safety Strategy DevelopmentOperational Performance EnhancementKPI MonitoringDigital Tools ImplementationWorkplace Safety Best Practices

Soft Skills

Team LeadershipCollaborationCommunication

Certifications & Qualifications

Canadian Registered Safety Professional (CRSP)Certified Health and Safety Consultant (CHSC)Certified Safety Professional (CSP)

Industry Keywords

Health And SafetyEHSTelecommunicationsUtilitiesTransportationUnionized EnvironmentLabour Relations

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead, mentor, and develop a multi-disciplinary team of Safety professionals
Lead the development and consistent implementation of Safety strategy, programs, and initiatives across the organization
Develop and monitor operational metrics and KPIs to measure effectiveness, enhance operational performance, identify trends, and inform priorities
Act as the senior Safety authority in TELUS and primary point of contact for senior leadership, regulators, and external stakeholders
Provide subject matter expertise in federal and provincial safety legislation and regulations, and stay current in industry trends, research, and best practices to ensure TELUS remains a leader in workplace safety
Manage the Safety department budget, including planning, prioritization, and allocation of financial and material resources
Lead the implementation and optimization of digital tools and platforms to drive improved efficiency, compliance, and team member experience

Requirements

What you’ll need

Minimum 15 years of experience in health and safety (and/or related EHS field) in a large, complex organization preferably within Telecommunications, Utilities, or Transportation industries
Minimum 8 years of people leadership experience
Experience operating within a unionized environment with demonstrated capability in collaborative labour relations considered a strong asset
Bachelor's degree in Occupational Health & Safety or a related discipline (Master’s degree preferred)
Relevant professional certifications in health and safety (e.g. Canadian Registered Safety Professional (CRSP), Certified Health and Safety Consultant (CHSC), Certified Safety Professional (CSP), or equivalent) considered a strong asset
Advanced knowledge of English is required because you will most of the time interact in English with external parties (clients, suppliers, candidates, external partners, etc.); interact in English with internal parties (colleagues, internal partners, stakeholders, etc.); and work with IT tools whose interface is only accessible in English as part of this position's main responsibilities given its international scope.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive total rewards package highlighting competitive salary and bonus structures
Minimum 3 weeks of vacation
Flexible benefits plan to meet the needs of you and your family
Flexibility to work in-office, virtually or a combination of both
Generous company matched pension and share purchase programs
Opportunity to give back to communities in which we work, live and serve
Career growth and learning & development opportunities to develop your skills
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