Implement Safer, Smarter Workplaces
The Health, Safety and Environment (HSE) Specialist is responsible for developing, implementing, and maintaining environmental, health, and safety programs across our U.S. and Canadian operations. This role ensures compliance with federal, state/provincial, and local regulations, promotes a culture of safety, and supports sustainability initiatives. The HSE Specialist partners with cross-functional teams to proactively identify risks and drive continuous improvement in workplace safety and environmental stewardship.
What You'll do
- Ensure compliance with Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) (U.S.), Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) and provincial regulations (Canada), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), and other applicable environmental and safety laws.
- Develop and maintain HSE policies, procedures, and training programs tailored to both U.S. and Canadian operations.
- Lead investigations of workplace incidents, injuries, and near misses. Track corrective actions and ensure timely resolution.
- Conduct regular safety inspections, risk assessments, and internal audits. Support external audits and regulatory inspections.
- Deliver HSE training to employees and contractors. Promote awareness through campaigns, toolbox talks, and safety committees.
- Support sustainability initiatives including waste reduction, energy conservation, and environmental reporting.
- Maintain emergency response plans and coordinate drills across sites.
- Maintain accurate records of incidents, inspections, and compliance activities. Prepare reports for leadership and regulatory bodies.
- Collaborate with Canadian and U.S. stakeholders to ensure alignment of HSE practices and standards.
- Additional duties, as assigned.
What You’ll Bring
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience, required.
- One (1) to two (2) years of HSE experience in a multi-site or cross-border environment, required.
- Knowledge of OSHA, EPA, WHMIS, and provincial safety regulations.
- Strong analytical, communication, and project management skills.
- Certification such as Certified Safety Professional (CSP), Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH), Canadian Registered Safety Professional (CRSP), or Certified Healthcare Security Officer (CHSO) is a plus.
- Ability to travel occasionally across U.S. and Canada.
- Up to 30% domestic and/or international travel, required.
What’s In It for You
In addition to a competitive base salary and exciting bonus potential, we offer a robust benefits package including a generous paid time off policy that includes vacation, personal days, health & wellness, and two days per year to give back in your local community, paid family leave, educational reimbursement, 401(k) matching, medical/dental/vision coverage, and a variety of other benefits to fit the needs of our employees.
Why Hilti
Hilti is a global leader in construction innovation, with more than 34,000 team members across 120 countries. Guided by our purpose, Making Construction Better, we’re driven to keep learning, growing, and finding new ways to make a lasting impact. Here, you’ll be empowered to use your strengths, work with a global and inclusive team, and take on meaningful challenges. At Hilti, you’ll have the chance to make your ideas, achievements, and growth real through purpose, passion, and teamwork.
Commitment to Inclusion
At Hilti, inclusion is a key focus in how we work, lead, and grow together. We are committed to embracing diversity of thought and creating an environment that is inclusive of everyone, everywhere. We continuously strive to ensure every voice is valued and every team member feels empowered to contribute. By building on this foundation, we strengthen our teams, our innovation, and our impact, making construction better together.
Hilti, Inc is committed to employing a diverse workforce. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, or disability.
