Job Description
Who we are?
Richelieu Hardware is a North American leader and a change agent in a creative and dynamic industry. We are an importer, distributor, and manufacturer of specialty hardware and complementary products.
Our customers – Over 120,000 customers in North America: manufacturers of kitchen and bathroom cabinets, storage and closets, residential and office furniture, residential and commercial woodworking, as well as hardware retailers including large renovation centers.
Our team – 3,000 people, of which nearly half are dedicated to sales and marketing and over 50% are Richelieu shareholders.
How about joining a leading company in specialty hardware in North America, publicly traded and with continuous growth for 50 years!
Does the challenge of recruitment in today’s market excite you?
How about joining a North American leader in specialized hardware, a publicly traded company with over 50 years of continuous growth?
Richelieu Hardware is looking for a Health and Safety Prevention Specialist for our offices in Ville St-Laurent, Montreal, QC .
Reporting to the Director of Occupational Health and Safety, your role will be to identify and analyze prevention-related issues across all Canadian divisions. You will be the main resource for developing, communicating, and monitoring the implementation of health and safety policies. You will also be responsible for ensuring that preventive operational actions are understood and promoted by the various divisions within the group.
More specifically, your main responsibilities will include:
Participating in the development, deployment, and revision of health and safety processes, policies, programs, and tools. Ensuring compliance at the national level across Canada.
Organizing and conducting health and safety audits to identify non-compliance issues. Developing reports, presenting findings, and following up on actions with participating divisions.
Coordinating and facilitating the deployment and follow-up of training activities related to health and safety.
Collaborating on health and safety case management with a team of HR business partners across North America.
Developing and updating health and safety dashboards. Using data to assess performance and recommend actions based on identified gaps.
Acting as a cultural change agent in health and safety—mobilizing teams through a participative leadership model. Participating in cross-functional teams to implement projects related to cultural and operational change in health and safety.
Recommending and optimizing processes to promote the adoption of best health and safety practices.
Minimum Requirements:
A university degree in Human Resources or a related field, with a specialization in Health & Safety (an asset).
At least two significant professional experiences in health and safety, preferably in a manufacturing environment operating across North America.
Knowledge of the North American legal context in health and safety.
Bilingual in French and English, both spoken and written.
Strong communication skills, including comfort speaking in front of large groups.
Strong digital skills, particularly with Microsoft Office Suite.
The ideal candidate is someone who:
Enjoys supporting on-the-ground teams.
Has strong analytical skills and a desire to learn and grow.
Demonstrates resilience and an open mind.
Works well in a team environment.
Knows how to give meaning to the initiatives they lead.
Is results-oriented.
What we offer
A Canadian flagship: As a company with proud roots in Quebec but present in Canada and the United States, we enjoy excellent recognition and a great reputation.
A mature and stable company: With more than 50 years of experience in the market, we offer the trust and organizational strength needed for a safe working environment.
Continuous growth: With strong financial health, our business is constantly expanding, opening future opportunities for all.
Competitive compensation: We offer competitive base compensation based on the market.
Opportunity to become a shareholder: We believe in the involvement of our employees and offer them the opportunity to become shareholders.
Work-life balance: We value a healthy and flexible work environment, allowing everyone to achieve a work-life balance.
Quality products: We are committed to offering products of exceptional quality, thus satisfying our most demanding customers.
Opportunity to grow: We encourage career opportunities and continuing education for the professional development of our employees.
Are you interested in this position? We invite you to visit our corporate website at https://www.richelieu.com/emplois to submit your
We thank all candidates for their interest, however, we will only communicate with candidates selected for the pre-selection process.
Note that the masculine is only used to lighten the text.
Richelieu Hardware is a North American leader and a change agent in a creative and dynamic industry. We are an importer, distributor, and manufacturer of specialty hardware and complementary products.
Our customers – Over 120,000 customers in North America: manufacturers of kitchen and bathroom cabinets, storage and closets, residential and office furniture, residential and commercial woodworking, as well as hardware retailers including large renovation centers.
Our team – 3,000 people, of which nearly half are dedicated to sales and marketing and over 50% are Richelieu shareholders.
How about joining a leading company in specialty hardware in North America, publicly traded and with continuous growth for 50 years!
Does the challenge of recruitment in today’s market excite you?
How about joining a North American leader in specialized hardware, a publicly traded company with over 50 years of continuous growth?
Richelieu Hardware is looking for a Health and Safety Prevention Specialist for our offices in Ville St-Laurent, Montreal, QC .
Reporting to the Director of Occupational Health and Safety, your role will be to identify and analyze prevention-related issues across all Canadian divisions. You will be the main resource for developing, communicating, and monitoring the implementation of health and safety policies. You will also be responsible for ensuring that preventive operational actions are understood and promoted by the various divisions within the group.
More specifically, your main responsibilities will include:
Participating in the development, deployment, and revision of health and safety processes, policies, programs, and tools. Ensuring compliance at the national level across Canada.
Organizing and conducting health and safety audits to identify non-compliance issues. Developing reports, presenting findings, and following up on actions with participating divisions.
Coordinating and facilitating the deployment and follow-up of training activities related to health and safety.
Collaborating on health and safety case management with a team of HR business partners across North America.
Developing and updating health and safety dashboards. Using data to assess performance and recommend actions based on identified gaps.
Acting as a cultural change agent in health and safety—mobilizing teams through a participative leadership model. Participating in cross-functional teams to implement projects related to cultural and operational change in health and safety.
Recommending and optimizing processes to promote the adoption of best health and safety practices.
Minimum Requirements:
A university degree in Human Resources or a related field, with a specialization in Health & Safety (an asset).
At least two significant professional experiences in health and safety, preferably in a manufacturing environment operating across North America.
Knowledge of the North American legal context in health and safety.
Bilingual in French and English, both spoken and written.
Strong communication skills, including comfort speaking in front of large groups.
Strong digital skills, particularly with Microsoft Office Suite.
The ideal candidate is someone who:
Enjoys supporting on-the-ground teams.
Has strong analytical skills and a desire to learn and grow.
Demonstrates resilience and an open mind.
Works well in a team environment.
Knows how to give meaning to the initiatives they lead.
Is results-oriented.
What we offer
A Canadian flagship: As a company with proud roots in Quebec but present in Canada and the United States, we enjoy excellent recognition and a great reputation.
A mature and stable company: With more than 50 years of experience in the market, we offer the trust and organizational strength needed for a safe working environment.
Continuous growth: With strong financial health, our business is constantly expanding, opening future opportunities for all.
Competitive compensation: We offer competitive base compensation based on the market.
Opportunity to become a shareholder: We believe in the involvement of our employees and offer them the opportunity to become shareholders.
Work-life balance: We value a healthy and flexible work environment, allowing everyone to achieve a work-life balance.
Quality products: We are committed to offering products of exceptional quality, thus satisfying our most demanding customers.
Opportunity to grow: We encourage career opportunities and continuing education for the professional development of our employees.
Are you interested in this position? We invite you to visit our corporate website at https://www.richelieu.com/emplois to submit your
We thank all candidates for their interest, however, we will only communicate with candidates selected for the pre-selection process.
Note that the masculine is only used to lighten the text.
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Health and Safety Prevention Specialist position is now open for candidates interested in the Human Resource (HR) Jobs sector. This role in Saint-Laurent offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Human Resource (HR) Jobs is a plus.