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ROLE: Environmental Health and Safety Manager (EHS)
REPORTS TO: VP of Human Resources
LOCATION: Burnaby, BC
We are looking for an Environmental Health & Safety Manager to join our HR team! This role is primarily responsible for working with the business to develop, implement, and manage the Environmental and Health and Safety programs!
OPPORTUNITIES
As our leader of environmental health and safety, you will provide hands-on leadership and training to staff. This role will be challenging and extremely rewarding for an individual with high standards of integrity, energy level, and self-motivation to tackle pressing EHS priorities as we continue to evolve. The leader for EHS will be the key lead for developing, implementing, and overseeing EHS policies and programs. You will have the opportunity to continually share your knowledge on sustainability opportunities, provide continuous improvement feedback, and champion safety for a progressive cooperative!
HERE IS WHO YOU ARE…
DRIVE & MOTIVATION

• You are health conscious and have values that align with Agrifoods

• You want to join a progressive Dairy Cooperative that is evolving

• You are motivated by the idea of building a positive, safe, and sustainable environment

• You have a passion for environmental protection and sustainability initiatives

• You are motivated by challenges and willing to put in the extra mile to get the job done

• You have a knack for promoting a culture of environmental and safety awareness

CHARACTER & ABILITIES

• You are a solutions-oriented leader who performs well under pressure

• You can build meaningful relationships with key stakeholders

• You have great verbal and written communication skills with the ability to influence

• You have the proven ability to create and deliver training programs

• You are skilled in conducting environmental and safety risk assessments and audits

• You are a meticulous individual when ensuring compliance with regulations and internal policies

KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS

• You have strong people leadership skills, including coaching and motivating

• Strong understanding of federal, provincial, and municipal environmental and safety regulations in Canada

• You are talented in environmental monitoring and reporting tools

• You have excellent planning, analytical, and organizational skills

• You have a working knowledge of environmental impact assessment methodologies

• You have a proven track record

EXPERIENCE

• You have at least 5 years or relevant experience working in a similar capacity

• You are a designated Canadian Registered Safety Professional (CRSP)

• Bachelors Degree in Environmental Science or Engineering or related fields

• Experience in regulatory compliance and environmental auditing

• Proven track record in developing and implementing environmental policies and programs

• Experience with sustainability initiatives and resource efficiency projects

• Familiarity with environmental management systems (EMS), such as ISO 14001

NICE-TO-HAVE

• Occupational Health and Safety Certificate/Diploma

• Project Management Professional (PMP) or similar project management certifications

• Certified Environmental Professional (EP)

• Experience working in a food manufacturing environment.

THINGS YOU WILL DO…

• Health & Safety: Oversee monthly Health & Safety Committee meetings. Facilitate Health & Safety policies and programs. Work with Supervisors and Managers to ensure the completion of comprehensive and results-focused incident/accident investigations.

• Human Resources: Create Training & Development standards. Manage provincial-related claims. Develop and monitor Return to Work Programs.

• Environmental: Develop a baseline and explore environmental sustainability initiatives throughout the business. Lead environmental programs, projects and budgets for the business. Track compliance and performance metrics.

• Development: Conduct GAP analysis of the current programs. Create and manage the EHS programs. Monitor, coordinate, and implement effective environmental safety and health programs.

• Coordinate: Work with Supervisors and Lead Hands to develop and deliver training and information sessions. Work in partnership with team members to identify and manage risks and develop safe work practices.

• Technical Resource: Coach team members on Health and Safety policy and procedures. Follow up on sustainability opportunities with projects. Responsible for the effective delivery of all safety training, including orientations, etc.

• Reporting: Provide regular feedback on project status updates. Work with Finance to document incremental cost saving on WCB, WSIB and CNESST premiums. Provide monthly safety reporting.

• Communications: Liaison with all departments/managers and employee reps. Create and maintain effective and progressive safety communications vehicles.

• Other duties as assigned

OTHER …

• Available to work flexible shifts and occasionally work various hours, as the job requires

• Required to travel to multiple provinces to visit manufacturing plants and transportation depots regularly (up to 30%)

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: $109,000.00-$120,000.00 per year
Additional pay:

• Bonus pay

Benefits:

• Company events
• Company pension
• Dental care
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• Store discount
• Vision care

Flexible language requirement:

• French not required

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Education:

• Bachelor's Degree (required)

Experience:

• regulatory compliance and environmental auditing: 3 years (required)
• health and safety leadership: 5 years (required)
• sustainability initiatives and resource efficiency projects: 3 years (preferred)
• implementation of health & safety inititatives: 5 years (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

• Certified Safety Professional (required)

Willingness to travel:

• 25% (required)

Work Location: In person