Deputy VP of Occupational Health & Safety and Quality (OH&S and Q) - CA Posting
Date: Feb 11, 2026
Location: Chalk River, ON, CA
Company: BWXT
BWXT Canada Ltd. (BWXT Canada) has over 60 years of expertise and experience in the design, manufacturing, commissioning and service of nuclear power generation equipment. This includes steam generators, nuclear fuel and fuel components, critical plant components, parts and related plant services. BWXT Canada’s subsidiary, BWXT Medical Ltd. (BWXT Medical) provides its customers, who conduct life-saving medical procedures for patients around the world, the benefit of decades of experience in the development, manufacturing, packaging and delivery of medical isotopes and radiopharmaceuticals. Headquartered in Cambridge, Ontario, BWXT in Canada has approximately 1,800 employees at locations in Peterborough, Toronto, Arnprior, Brampton, Port Elgin, Owen Sound, Kanata and Oakville, Ontario and Vancouver, British Columbia. BWXT Canada is a subsidiary of BWX Technologies, Inc. (NYSE: BWXT). Follow us on Twitter @BWXT and learn more atwww.bwxt.com.
Deputy VP of Occupational Health & Safety and Quality (OH&S and Q) - BWXT's Technical Services Group (TSG) – CNL Project
BWXT’s Technical Services Group (TSG) manages and conducts high-consequence operations within government-owned facilities that require uncompromising discipline. We are poised to meet the nation’s defense, energy, and environmental demands through an array of management, operational, and technical services.
This position is assigned to the Canadian Nuclear Laboratory (CNL) in Chalk River, Ontario, Canada.
Job Qualifications/Requirements:
- A bachelor's degree in engineering, business, or other relevant discipline is required. A master’s degree in a relevant discipline is desired.
- A minimum of 15 years of relevant experience is required.
- A minimum of 8 years of relevant managerial experience.
- The ability to obtain and maintain a Canadian security clearance is required.
- Experience working with AECL or other Canadian regulatory bodies is desired.
- Must be able to obtain and maintain a Canadian Work Permit.
- Must live in or be willing to relocate near the Chalk River, Ontario Site.
Job Description/Duties:
- Establishes, advances, implements, and monitors company environmental safety programs and policies to ensure compliance with federal, provincial, and local environmental, health and safety regulations.
- Works on complex issues where analysis of situations or data requires an in-depth knowledge of the organization’s business strategy and goals.
- Participates in the corporate development of methods, techniques and evaluation for projects, programs, and people.
- Through assessment of intangible variables, identifies and evaluates fundamental issues, providing strategy and direction for major functional areas.
- Acts as a decision maker on administrative and operational matters and ensures the achievement of organizational objectives and goals.
- Oversees safety equipment inventory, performs periodic safety inspections, monitors hazardous waste removal vendors, and may assist in consolidating hazardous waste (chemical, radioactive, and/or medical).
- Collaborates with employees and senior management to collect data, anticipate challenges, and respond in a timely and decisive manner, while putting preventive measures in place to mitigate future issues from reoccurring.
- Interacts with a variety of departments, conducts training in emergency response and hazardous material handling.
- Interacts with others in the administration of the worker’s compensation program and the implementation of workplace ergonomics and program solutions.
- Maintains and applies a detailed understanding of all OH&S and Q missions, challenges, and potential solutions, including successes and lessons learned from OH&S and Q.
- Monitors environmental compliance and maintains liaison with appropriate regulatory agencies.
- Ensures the successful implementation of strategies to accelerate progress, enable long-term planning, and advance liability and risk reduction.
- Leads the oversight of very large complex projects, reviewing risk mitigation and large cost trade-offs that impact speed of delivery.
- Ensures compliance with Canadian laws and regulations, contract requirements, and CNL policies and procedures.
- Develops OH&S and Q plans to enable and ensure success of ongoing laboratory operations.
- Manages resources, budgets and workforce needed to ensure safe and cost-effective completion of project objectives to meet corporate and customer requirements.
- Engages and builds relationships with a diverse and broad range of stakeholders and right holders.
- Works with senior leadership to establish strong, two-way communication with AECL and the regulator, the general public, local and host communities and Indigenous Nations and communities, among others.
- Recommends corrective action where environmental health and safety hazards exist.
- The work of the Environmental Health & Safety Engineer who is an Industrial Hygienist involves industrial hygiene, life safety, and ergonomic compliance-related activities.
- Works with OH&S and Q team to identify the roles that are needed to support the OH&S and Q mission and proactively develops comprehensive and creative strategies to attract and retain talent.
- Performs routine assessments of OH&S and Q staff and processes, implements corrective actions and provides oversight of improvement initiatives.
- Fosters continuous improvement based on industry best practices, adapting strategies that leverage best-in-class trends and lessons learned at CNL and other sites in Canada and the United States.
- Adapts to challenges by identifying and resolving issues promptly, making informed decisions to ensure project compliance, scope, schedule and budget.
- Performs additional duties as assigned.
Benefits:
This position offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package supporting health, wellness, and work-life balance. Details will be provided upon offer. Relocation assistance may be available for eligible candidates.
WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU: Ensuring the well-being of our employees is our priority and we offer comprehensive and competitive benefits for our employees and their families.
- Comprehensive Health Benefits – Including health, dental, vision, and disability coverage to keep you feeling your best.
- Secure Your Future – Defined Contribution Pension Plan and an optional Company-matched retirement savings plans (RRSP/TFSA/EPSP)
- Work-Life Balance – Flexible schedules and compressed workweek option available
- Help Grow Our Team – Earn generous referral bonuses with our two-tiered Employee Referral Program ($1,500 and $3,000!).
- Invest in Your Education – Up to $5,250 USD per year through our Educational Refund Plan.
- Professional Development – Gain access to training, certifications, and growth opportunities to advance your career.
- Your Wellness Matters – Enjoy gym membership discounts and access to mental health support programs.
- A Welcoming Workplace – Join a diverse, inclusive, and supportive culture that celebrates you.
- Fun & Connection – Engage in team-building activities organized by our Social Committee.
Ready to grow with us? Apply now and let’s build something amazing together!
The base salary range for this position in Ontario (CA-ON) at the start of employment is expected to be between $n/a and $n/a per year. However, the base salary offered is based on local job market factors and may vary further depending on factors specific to the selected job candidate, such as job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and other objective business considerations. Subject to these considerations, the total compensation package for this position may also include other elements, such as an annual cash incentive in addition to a full range of medical, retirement, and/or other benefits. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided at such time the selected job candidate receives an offer of employment.
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BWXT Canada Ltd. embraces diversity of thought, values individuality, encourages new perspectives and provides equal opportunity in employment for all qualified employees and applicants without regard to race, ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, record of offences, marital status, family status or disability, or any other category protected by provincial law. BWXT Canada is committed to fostering an accessible, fair, and inclusive environment where all employees are able to access goods while being respected and supported. If you require accommodations during the application or interview process, please advise us as soon as possible so appropriate arrangements can be made. If you require information in a format that is accessible to you, please contact Human Resources. #LI-BT1
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