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HSSE Technical Writer

Stantec Consulting International Ltd., Portland, OR, United States


At Stantec, we have some of the world’s leading professionals passionate about enabling our business to be its best. Our business teams include finance, procurement, human resources, information technology, marketing, corporate development, HSSE, real estate, legal, and practice services. We bring diverse backgrounds, skills, and expertise and create a caring culture where everyone can thrive. Through teamwork and collaboration, we’re building a stronger, more resilient Stantec every day.

HSSE Technical Writer - US Grow with the best. Join a smart, creative, and inspired team that accomplishes operational excellence. Bringing together individuals with diverse backgrounds, talents, and expertise, our 34,000 team members in over 450 locations worldwide are vital to making our Company stronger.

Your Opportunity Stantec is seeking an individual to facilitate development, quality control, continuous improvement, and implementation of Stantec’s Health, Safety, Security and Environment (HSSE) program documents in the United States. Under the direction of the HSSE Director of Operations, this individual will support the organization by harmonizing global standards with regional and local requirements to meet regulatory and business requirements in the US.

Your Key Responsibilities

Collaborate with Business Operating Unit (BOU) HSSE Managers, Regional HSSE Managers, and the HSSE Services team to develop, implement, and maintain documentation as it pertains to Stantec’s HSSE program in the US

Coordinate and develop HSSE guidance documents, presentations, and communications using plain language principles

Accountable for managing the quality process related to framework documents

Assist with information gathering sessions with HSSE and BOU operational teams to understand organizational risk and document control requirements

Support assessment and refinement of HSSE processes and procedures (as needed and as they apply to US) so they remain effective and continue to meet organizational needs

Assist with HSSE business process development in support of HSSE framework changes

Lead or contribute to HSSE knowledge sharing through Regional and BOU SharePoint sites and outreach channels such as Microsoft Viva Engage

Work with the HSSE Data and Digital Services team to visualize data and trends and develop reports and presentations

Coordinate knowledge sharing between North American and Global operations and Functional Services Team partners

Update and maintain documents in a SharePoint environment

Assist with management of change processes and planning

Keep up to date on emerging HSSE trends, regulations, and best practices

Develop and facilitate training to inform team of HSSE program responsibilities

Lead or contribute to other HSSE initiatives as determined by the Director

Your Capabilities and Credentials

Well-developed communication skills, both written and verbal

Strong interpersonal skills. Capable of delivering, preparing, and presenting to groups

A willingness to work in a team atmosphere with a minimal amount of supervision

Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail

Demonstrated ability to handle multiple priorities and assignments

Understanding of US health, safety and environmental regulatory framework

Proficiency in Microsoft Office, SharePoint and Adobe Acrobat is required. Power BI experience is an asset

Experience developing ISO certified program documents or an understanding of HSSE requirements as they relate to implementing an ISO certified health and safety management system is desired

Education and Experience

Diploma/certificate or equivalent combination of education and experience related to technical writing, or quality management is preferred.

Minimum five (5) years’ related experience in a document coordinator, technical writer or technical editor role.

HSSE related education and/or experience is considered an asset.

This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.

Stantec is a place where the best and brightest come to build on each other’s’ talents, do exciting work, and make an impact on the world around us. Join us and redefine your personal best.

Pay Range • Locations in MN, OH, VT, & Various CA, NY Areas-$65,600.00 - $95,100.00 Annually

• Locations in CO, HI, IL, MD & Various CA, NJ Areas-$72,200.00 - $104,600.00 Annually

Pay Transparency In compliance with pay transparency laws, pay ranges are provided for positions in locations where required. Please note, the final agreed upon compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. At Stantec certain roles are bonus eligible. Actual compensation for part‑time roles will be pro‑rated based on the agreed number of working hours per week.

Benefits Summary Regular full‑time and part‑time employees (working at least 20 hours per week) have access to medical, dental, and vision plans, a wellness program, health saving accounts, flexible spending accounts, 401(k) plan, employee stock purchase program, life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, short‑term/long‑term disability plans, emergency travel benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional membership fee coverage and paid family leave. Regular full‑time and part‑time employees will receive ten paid holidays in each calendar year. In addition, employees will be eligible to accrue vacation between 10 and 20 days per year and eligible for paid sick leave (and if more generous, in accordance with state and local law).

Temporary/casual employees have access to 401(k) plans, employee stock purchase program, and paid leave, in accordance with state and local law.

The benefits information listed above may not apply to union positions because benefits for such positions are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreements

Location and Details Primary Location:

United States | OR | Portland Organization:

BC-2093 HSSE-US Employee Status:

Regular Business Justification:

New Position Travel:

No Schedule:

Full time

Equal Employment Opportunity Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibit discrimination on the grounds of race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Stantec is in compliance with laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment. At Stantec we are committed to ensuring our recruitment process is accessible to all. If you require reasonable adjustments to be made during the recruitment process then please inform a member of our Talent Acquisition team.

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