HSE Specialist

Job Title: HSE Advisor – Fixed Facility Operations & Novel Carbon Capture Testing

Location: Calgary, Alberta (On-Site)
Employment Type: Full-Time, Contract (2–9 months, with potential for extension)
Schedule: Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Department: Health, Safety & Environment (HSE)
Reports To: CTS HSE Director

Position Summary: Our client is seeking a qualified HSE Advisor to provide direct and independent support to fixed facility operations during a novel carbon capture testing period in Calgary, Alberta. This role will focus on delivering robust Health, Safety, and Environmental guidance, including support during pre-commissioning and commissioning of a proprietary MEA-based carbon capture process.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide HSE leadership and support for the ICS fixed facility location during a temporary assignment.
  
  
• Independently oversee daily operations to confirm adherence to all agreed-upon safety protocols.
  
  
• Support and participate in Pre-Startup Safety Review (PSSR), pre-commissioning, and commissioning phases of the Carbon Capture Loop.
  
  
• Oversee MEA system filling, sampling, and testing to confirm MEA concentration prior to Test Plan execution.
  
  
• Evaluate HSE observations and participate in determining root causes, corrective actions, and follow-ups.
  
  
• Approve updated SOPs and protocols in response to evolving test procedures and findings.
  
  
• Ensure all safety-related events are communicated appropriately to the technical leader, venture leader, and CTS HSE Director.
  
  
• Manage change within the testing environment and ensure conformance with safety processes.
  
  
• Promote and sustain a strong interdependent HSE culture on-site.
  
  
• Ensure compliance with all applicable local (Alberta) HSE regulations and internal BH HSE requirements.
  
  
• Maintain and update risk assessments and procedures in accordance with regulatory, client, and internal standards.
  
  
• Support timely reporting, investigation, and closure of incidents.
  
  
• Represent the HSE function with confidence to employees, leadership, clients, regulators, and the public.
  
  

Qualifications & Requirements:

• HSE certification is required (e.g., CRSP, NCSO, or equivalent); degree not required.
  
  
• Proven experience providing HSE support in laboratory, chemical, or industrial environments; oil & gas experience is not required but is considered beneficial.
  
  
• Strong experience in Industrial Hygiene and health hazard evaluation.
  
  
• Demonstrated competency in interpreting and applying local regulatory requirements (Alberta-based).
  
  
• Previous HSE experience within laboratory environments is highly desirable.
  
  
• Ability to work legally within Alberta, Canada.
  
  
• Strong command of English (verbal and written).
  
  
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint).
  
  
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
  
  
• Effective problem-solving and analytical skills.
  
  
• Proven organizational ability and attention to detail.
  
  
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills; ability to influence others in a safety-driven environment.
  
  
• Demonstrated ability to work as a team player, while maintaining independence in decision-making.
  
  
• Safety-oriented mindset with a proactive approach to risk management.
  
  

This is a unique opportunity to support a first-of-its-kind carbon capture testing initiative. If you have a strong HSE background, particularly in laboratory or chemical environments, and are looking to contribute meaningfully to environmental innovation, we encourage you to apply.

#ofs

With over 90 years' combined experience, NES Fircroft (NES) is proud to be the world's leading engineering staffing provider spanning the Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Chemicals, Construction & Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining and Manufacturing sectors worldwide. With more than 80 offices in 45 countries, we are able to provide our clients with the engineering and technical expertise they need, wherever and whenever it is needed. We offer contractors far more than a traditional recruitment service, supporting with everything from securing visas and work permits, to providing market-leading benefits packages and accommodation, ensuring they are safely and compliantly able to support our clients.