Project Safety Specialist at southbow – Calgary | Jobyssey

At South Bow, we do one thing, and we do it well: safely moving oil between some of the world’s most critical markets. We’re building our high-performing team with versatile thinkers who thrive on solving big challenges together. If you’re ready for a position where your skills are highly valued and your work is incredibly important, we want to meet you. Bring your talents to a new streamlined energy company, dedicated to operational, commercial and safety excellence as we pursue our critical purpose of delivering the energy people need.

The Opportunity

South Bow’s Safety team is seeking a Project Safety Specialist based in Calgary, AB, or Houston, TX.

Reporting to the Manager of Safety & Security, this role will focus on the projects portfolio to evaluate contractor safety management systems, programs, processes, and work practices for compliance with South Bow’s Management System while providing Health & Safety support and expertise to enable our business to manage risk and protect the wellbeing of our people.

What You’ll Do

Advance South Bow’s safety vision, strategy, and priorities in partnership with internal and external stakeholders
Translate occupational health and safety regulations, internal standards, and industry best practices into practical guidance
Advise project teams on safety requirements throughout all phases of project execution
Assess contractor safety programs, plans, management systems, and work practices against company and regulatory requirements
Document findings and partner with contractors to close gaps, develop bridging documents, and implement corrective actions before approval
Identify high-energy hazards and implement measures to reduce risk
Evaluate contractor safety performance through reviews, audits, and field inspections, verifying that project safety plans are current, fit for purpose, and effectively implemented
Lead and direct third-party project safety inspection resources
Document contractor evaluations and maintain qualification records in the ISN contractor management platform
Develop tools and processes to evaluate contractor safety management systems
Reassess approved contractors’ safety programs and performance, and apply lessons learned to strengthen contractor safety management processes
Lead contractor incident reviews and drive the development of effective corrective actions
Maintain Incident Command System (ICS) qualifications and support incident response when required

Minimum Qualifications

Post-secondary education in health and safety, an occupational health and safety certification, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
At least six years of related health and safety experience in oil and gas pipeline operations or construction, including upstream, midstream, or downstream environments
Demonstrated knowledge of occupational health, personal and process safety programs, operational management systems, corporate governance, and contractor management
Strong technical safety expertise, including contractor safety management, safety plan development, hazard identification, incident investigation, and emergency preparedness and response
Strong knowledge of federal, provincial, and state health and safety legislation, including OSHA, COHSR, and other applicable standards
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and PowerPoint

Preferred Qualifications

Experience executing cross-border pipeline and/or facility construction projects in the oil and gas sector
Canadian Registered Safety Professional (CRSP), Certified Safety Professional (CSP), Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH), or an equivalent safety certification
Technical knowledge of confined space entry, electrical safety, lockout/tagout, hot work, work at height, process safety, vehicle safety, and related areas

This position requires candidates to:

Maintain valid authorization to travel internationally, including to Canada and the U.S.
Travel to company locations in the U.S. and Canada, including occasional overnight stays
Provide emergency support as required

About our business

South Bow's existing oil & liquids pipeline infrastructure connects Alberta crude oil supplies to U.S. refining markets in Illinois, Oklahoma, Texas and the U.S. Gulf Coast. We remain committed to meeting the energy needs of North Americans today, while advancing our Liquids Pipelines System for the demands of the future. Connecting growing Canadian and U.S. crude oil supply to key markets, leveraging existing assets and seeking new opportunities to continue to provide our customers with access to the destinations they need.

South Bow is an equal opportunity employer and participates in the E-Verify program supervised by the U.S. government.

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Thank you for choosing South Bow in your career search.

* Depending on qualifications, the successful candidate may be offered a position at a more appropriate level and/or ladder.

* Applicants must have legal authorization to work in the country in which the position is based with no restrictions.

* All positions require background screening. Some require criminal and/or credit checks to comply with regulations.

* South Bow is committed to provide employment opportunities to all qualified individuals, without regard to race, religion, age, sex, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, or disability. Accommodation for applicants with disabilities is available on request during the recruitment process. Applicants with disabilities can request accessible formats or communication supports by contacting [email protected].

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