salim Khoudja

Hertel-New York Interconnection Project (400 kV DC underground/submarine Transmission Line)
Lead HSE management for the Hertel-New York Project, a cross-border underground/submarine 400 kV DC transmission line connecting Canada and the U.S. Responsible for developing and implementing project-wide safety strategies covering onshore and offshore activities, ensuring full compliance with federal, provincial, and company standards.

Key Achievements:

Developed and implemented a comprehensive HSE management system covering process safety, emergency response, and rescue planning for all project phases.

Led risk analyses and compliance inspections across multiple contractors, achieving zero lost-time incidents (LTI) to date.

Collaborated effectively with CNESST and the Ministry of Environment, ensuring full regulatory compliance and proactive engagement with authorities.

Designed and executed an HSE Training Matrix program, increasing worker safety awareness and compliance by over 30% within the first quarter.

Strengthened HSE culture through daily site inspections, KPI monitoring, and incident root cause analyses, leading to continuous improvement in contractor performance.

Led HSE activities at LNG facilities, conducting risk assessments, incident investigations, and compliance audits. Developed and delivered targeted training on lockout/tagout, confined space, and hot work. Implemented heat stress management and emergency response programs, improving contractor safety performance and ensuring full regulatory compliance.

Supported multiple shutdown and construction projects across petrochemical, mining, and commercial sectors. Directed HSE risk assessments, SIMOPS coordination, and safety audits for shutdown operations at Indorama and Quebec Iron. Delivered inductions, safety meetings, and inspection programs that enhanced safety culture and reduced non-conformities.

Champlain Bridge Project & Quebec Ministry of Transport
Provided HSE advisory support across major infrastructure projects, including the Champlain Bridge and multiple highway works. Ensured contractor compliance with company and regulatory safety standards, particularly during offshore lifting operations involving barges and heavy equipment. Delivered worker orientations, safety meetings, and awareness programs, strengthening site safety culture and reducing incidents through proactive supervision and risk control.

Managed HSE systems for oil production and processing sites, including shutdown planning, work permit control, and process safety oversight. Led audits, risk assessments, and industrial safety tests for wells and processing units. Drove continuous improvement through training, accident investigations, and alignment with corporate HSE standards.

Supervised HSE programs for petroleum storage and transport operations. Led prevention and firefighting teams, organized monthly emergency drills, and ensured compliance with ISO 9001 and environmental regulations. Strengthened organizational safety culture through training, audits, and coordination with government authorities.