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American Iron and Metal

Recycles ferrous and non-ferrous metals for industry

Health and Safety Manager - SST

Full-Time
No salary listed
Senior
Bachelor's
Montreal, QC, Canada
In PersonFrequent travel required.
Facilities OperationsEnvironmental Health & Safety

About the job

Requirements
  • A bachelor's degree in occupational health and safety, industrial relations, human resources, or an equivalent field, and/or a relevant professional certification.
  • At least 6 years of experience managing health and safety in manufacturing or heavy industry, including experience in a multi-site environment.
  • Ability to manage multiple files and priorities simultaneously, prioritize based on risk, and follow up on projects involving stakeholders and teams with varied needs.
  • Experience in a fast-paced environment and strong adaptability to changes and new priorities.
  • Practical knowledge of applicable occupational health and safety laws, standards, and regulations.
  • Strong communication skills and ability to maintain effective interpersonal relationships with diverse stakeholders.
  • Innovative mindset and ongoing interest in new technologies and practices.
  • Knowledge of computer tools.
  • Excellent command of English and French.
  • Frequent travel availability.
Responsibilities
  • Develop and ensure consistent execution of the occupational health and safety strategy, programs, and standards across the assigned territory.
  • Partner with facility leaders to ensure compliance with applicable regulatory requirements and maintain a high level of preparedness for inspections and interventions by authorities.
  • Support the preparation and implementation of emergency plans, exercises, and preparedness measures for situations that may pose risks to employees, contractors, the public, or operations.
  • Lead, coordinate, deploy, and continuously improve the health and safety program, including policies, standards, processes, tools, and initiatives adapted to operational realities.
  • Help develop and support implementation of the health and safety action plan and ensure effective deployment of initiatives to operational teams.
  • Support and, when required, lead incident investigations, particularly serious or high-potential incidents, identify root causes, and follow up on corrective measures.
  • Support the management and coordination of emergency, crisis, and major-incident situations with internal partners, authorities, and other stakeholders.
  • Ensure corrective measures resulting from incidents, audits, inspections, observations, and risk assessments are implemented within established timelines and effectively reduce risks.
  • Coach directors, managers, and supervisors to strengthen their ability to identify risks, intervene proactively, conduct investigations, and integrate health and safety into daily responsibilities.
  • Contribute to the development of occupational health and safety team capabilities and, when applicable, provide guidance, prioritization, and development for team members.
  • Identify training needs and support the development and deployment of occupational health and safety training for managers, supervisors, and employees.
  • Track health and safety performance indicators, ensure the quality and consistency of safety data and reports, identify trends, gaps, and emerging risks, and work with operations teams on regional action plans.
  • Present intervention priorities and recommendations to leadership.
  • Track health and safety action plans and commitments, challenge gaps, and ensure progress through completion.
  • Guide and support operations teams in developing a proactive approach focused on prevention, accountability, and continuous improvement.
  • Collaborate with human resources, environmental, operations, maintenance, and other business partners to ensure integrated risk management and corrective-measure follow-up.
  • Maintain and develop professional relationships with local and regional health and safety authorities.
  • Promote leadership based on field presence, communication, accountability, collaboration, and sustainable solutions.
  • Perform other health and safety responsibilities necessary to support the organization's operational and corporate objectives.

About the company

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American Iron and Metal

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American Iron & Metal (AIM) recycles ferrous and non-ferrous scrap into metal products for industrial markets, alongside auto-parts sales and vehicle recycling. Its divisions also provide demolition, decommissioning, site remediation, and construction-waste recovery services. It sources scrap from manufacturers, other industrial businesses, and the public, who can deliver it to AIM facilities, and sells recovered metals to customers worldwide. The product range includes high-quality aluminum and copper chops, and AIM describes a circular model in which resources, knowledge, and value move across divisions. Founded in Montreal in 1936, the family-run parent company says its head office is in Montreal, Quebec.

Company Size

1,001-5,000

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Montreal, Canada

Founded

1936

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What believers are saying

  • The group reports 135+ global locations, while Radius lists nearly 100 North American sites, giving it broader international operating reach.
  • Its careers page says several leaders moved from entry-level jobs into management, describing an internal advancement path.
  • A company update in April 2026 described spotlights for employees with 20+ years of service, recognizing long tenure.

What critics are saying

  • Expect mixed work in AIM's entry-level account track, from yard training to pricing, negotiation, and client-performance analysis.
  • AIM's multi-site EHS Coordinator role covers air permits, stormwater, dust, radiation, training, inspections, and incident investigations.
  • Crane work involves loading, unloading and daily inspections, putting heavy-equipment and safety responsibilities into operators' routines.

What makes American Iron and Metal unique

  • Beyond Triple M Metal's scrap-processing business, AIM Solder manufactures tin-lead and lead-free solder assembly materials.
  • Minesource sells custom industrial and mining products, while Radius Recycling focuses on scrap-metal recovery and processing.
  • Triple M accepts catalytic converters as scrap; AIM's Honeycomb uses XRF and ICP lab analysis for precious-metal recovery.

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