Environmental Health and Safety Manager

Job Description and Requirements

Environmental, Health and Safety Manager

Create value at TC Transcontinental

At TC Transcontinental, we've got it made, and that's because of the expertise of our team. We are currently looking for a Full-Time Environmental Health and Safety Manager for our Whitby location.

The Environmental, Health & Safety Manager will be responsible for the overall facility safety through the implementation of best-in-class safety programs, safety infrastructure, and safety training for all employees. This role will also provide employee relations support across multiple stages of the employee life cycle.

When your actions lead to success:

1. Partner with all teams and departments to continually grow and refresh a strong safety culture with the goal of zero accidents.
2. Lead investigation, with support of department and team leaders, of all safety incidents with focus on root cause analysis and implementation of effective countermeasures.
3. Manage safety and health-related vendors and suppliers.
4. Serve as subject matter expert on safety-related compliance measures, ensuring alignment with all applicable regulations and oversight.
5. Develop and implement policies and practices to identify and mitigate hazardous conditions.
6. Lead cross-functional Safety Committee, procuring active participation from a representative group of employees from across the organization.
7. Coordinate safety-related audit program and associated improvement activities.
8. Review training needs/matrix and develop and coordinate a comprehensive program of internal and external courses that meet the business needs whilst complying with statutory health and safety requirements.
9. Member of the food safety team and works with them to integrate safety protocols into HACCP plans and procedures.
10. Lead safety awareness campaigns to promote a culture of safety within the facility.
11. Organize, conduct, and continually improve new employee on-boarding; create a positive first experience of the company.
12. Function as an advisor to line management regarding the application of occupational health & safety and company policies to specific business decisions and performance management.
13. Maintain accurate and up-to-date employee-related data.
14. Maintain knowledge of legal requirements and government reporting regulations affecting policies, procedures, and reporting.
15. Respond to inquiries regarding WSIB programs and educate employees in the benefits available to them.

When your expertise drives us:

1. Bachelor’s Degree in Environmental Health & Safety, Business or related discipline required;
2. Minimum ten (10) years’ experience in an EHS related role;
3. Canadian Registered Safety Professional “CRSP” preferred;
4. Must demonstrate knowledge of the Environmental Protection Act, Occupational Health and Safety Act, MOL and MOE Regulations, other related regulatory requirements;
5. Familiarity with food safety principles and regulations is desirable;
6. Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively within a team environment;
7. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and other relevant software applications;
8. Leadership and coaching skills;
9. Detail-oriented with strong analytical skills for hazard identification and risk assessment.

When benefits really help you live better:

1. Group insurance (including health, life, disability, dental and travel insurance);
2. Integrated Health Platform (Dialogue);
3. Development opportunities where your input makes a difference;
4. Supplier discounts on various products;
5. Employee-involved decision making;
6. Opportunity to be part of a dynamic and highly motivating work environment where you can maximize your potential and further develop your career.