Secure site license to operate in compliance with all Health, Safety and Environment regulations and permits
Liaise with external legal authorities and local stakeholders to avoid administrative notices
Ensure full compliance with local, provincial and federal EHS and security regulations and standards
Serve as primary EHS contact for regulatory authorities and certification bodies
Coordinate site risk assessments and implement risk mitigation processes for administrative, injury, environmental and reputational hazards
Allocate capex, opex and headcount resources to address major site risks
Build and maintain EHS management system aligned with corporate requirements and digital core model
Support global certification initiatives and ensure accuracy of consolidated EHS data reporting
Define and drive continuous improvement plan based on site-specific risks and global Compelling Business Needs (CBNs)
Prepare and lead regular EHS management reviews at site level and with senior management
Establish and maintain robust EHS governance framework across all site operations
Promote proactive EHS culture through training, education and targeted programs for all employees
Provide in-depth EHS expertise and coaching to integrate safety and environmental considerations into projects
Manage capture, investigation, mitigation and reporting of all EHS events to prevent recurrence
Lead local EHS emergency response and crisis management activities
Oversee EHS operational activities and manage site EHS team, including hiring, training, coaching, and performance evaluation

Essential skills and knowledge

Bachelor's degree in Life Sciences, Engineering or related discipline required
Minimum 10 years of relevant experience, including at least 5 years in EHS management
Proficiency in occupational hygiene, safety, environmental expertise, product stewardship and security
Strong background in management systems, regulatory knowledge, matrix and project management
Demonstrated strategic thinking, organizational change management and influencing skills
Proven direct and transversal management capabilities
Fluent in English, written and spoken
Coach and develop teams to drive EHS transformation, inspire and motivate stakeholders, and foster cross-functional collaboration
Make timely, data-driven decisions in fast-moving, complex environments to optimize site performance
Supervise and monitor compliance with employment, health, safety and regulatory legislation, partnering with Joint Health and Safety Committee
Lead investigation of incidents and work-related illnesses, respond promptly to concerns with thorough documentation
Implement and enforce reasonable precautions, protective equipment use, and hazard communication to ensure staff health and safety

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JOB SUMMARY

Environmental Health \u0026 Safety Manager

Brunel International

Toronto

2 days ago

Senior

Full-time

Environmental Health \u0026 Safety Manager