About this role
The VP - Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) is responsible for setting and executing the national HSE strategy for Veriforce Canada. This executive leadership role ensures the integrity, compliance, and continuous evolution of contractor safety, environmental, and risk management standards across all service lines. The VP, HSE will lead regulatory alignment, technical governance, audit oversight, and industry engagement while ensuring HSE excellence supports Veriforce Canada’s commercial growth objectives. This role serves as a senior HSE authority within Canada and partners closely with Product, Sales, Marketing, Client Success, Accreditation, and Executive Leadership to deliver best-in-class contractor management solutions. • Define and execute the Canadian HSE strategy aligned with Veriforce’s corporate objectives and regulatory obligations. • Serve as a senior HSE advisor to the President, Canada and executive leadership team. • Oversee the development, governance, and continuous improvement of contractor compliance and risk standards. • Ensure full compliance with Canadian federal and provincial health, safety, and environmental legislation. • Represent Veriforce Canada at industry forums, regulatory bodies, and sector associations. • Drive audit integrity, quality assurance programs, and continuous improvement initiatives. • Partner with Sales and Client teams to support strategic client engagements and complex risk discussions. • Monitor competitor activity, regulatory changes, and emerging ESG trends impacting contractor management. • Lead, coach, and develop a high-performing national HSE and compliance team. • Champion a culture of safety, accountability, and operational excellence across Veriforce Canada.