Corporate Environmental Specialist

Votorantim Cimentos North America (VCNA); Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 82,000 - 102,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

Medical insurance

Hybrid work model

Competitive wages

Paid leave

Job summary

VCNA is seeking a Corporate Environmental Specialist to support the Director, Cement Environment and plant operations in achieving regulatory compliance. The role involves preparing and reviewing environmental reports, monitoring wastewater, air emissions, and waste streams, and supporting ISO 14001 certification across cement facilities.

The ideal candidate has a university/college degree in a related field, at least five years in a large manufacturing setting, and strong knowledge of

Qualifications

• Analytical thinking to identify environmental issues and propose solutions.
• Ability to research and correlate environmental data with process data.
• Strong problem-solving skills for complex regulatory challenges.
• Experience negotiating with environmental agencies and communicating with communities.
• Resource management skills to prioritize initiatives under deadlines.
• Planning and organizing environmental programs, reports, and commitments.
• Ability to balance technical, legal, and practical considerations to cost-effectively improve performance.

Responsibilities

• Support plants in developing and evaluating action plans to ensure regulatory and corporate compliance.
• Implement and monitor environmental programs to mitigate risk of fines and penalties.
• Audit and report environmental performance to internal and external stakeholders; maintain all environmental records.
• Ensure legal compliance and improve environmental performance through project implementation.
• Provide environmental training at all organizational levels to raise awareness and accountability.
• Ensure timely submission of environmental reports to meet legal requirements.

Skills

Analytical skills

Data correlation

Problem-solving

Regulatory negotiation

Stakeholder communication

Resource management

Planning & organization

Education

Engineering degree (Chemical/Environmental)

Job description

WELCOME TO VCNA

We are St Marys Cement, part of Votorantim Cimentos North America (VCNA), as the North American operations of Votorantim Cimentos, a global building materials and sustainability solutions leader in 11 countries, we are helping to make a positive impact and are transforming our world. We have a culture built on solid partnerships, long-lasting relationships, and opportunities for those who want to learn, grow and be part of a diverse and dynamic culture. With solutions that include cement, ready-mix concrete and aggregates, we help to build homes, highways, hospitals, buildings, bridges, and schools across the Canadian and U.S. Great Lakes region and Northeast United States. Our commitment to excellence can be seen in those who invest and believe in what we do, those who share their lives with us, those who trust in our deliveries and those committed to innovation and a sustainable future. Every day, we have the chance to accomplish something new and you're invited to be part of it.

WHAT IS THE OPPORTUNITY?

The Corporate Environmental Specialist supports the Director, Cement Environment and cement plants to ensure compliance with environmental regulations at federal, state/provincial, and municipal levels. Responsibilities include preparing environmental reports, coordinating the monitoring and testing of wastewater discharges, air emissions, and waste streams, and ensuring compliance with agencies such as the EPA, Environment Canada, and other regulatory bodies. The role also supports ISO 14001 certification and promotes environmental awareness through training programs.

WHAT WILL YOU DO?

• Support plants in developing and evaluating action plans to ensure regulatory and corporate compliance.


• Implement and monitor environmental programs to mitigate risk of fines and penalties.


• Audit and report environmental performance to internal and external stakeholders. Maintain all environmental records for the plant.


• Ensure legal compliance and improve environmental performance through the implementation of specific projects.


• Provide environmental training at all organizational levels, ensuring awareness and responsibility for environmental issues.


• Ensure timely submission of environmental reports to meet legal requirements.

Skills

• Analytical skills to identify environmental issues and evaluate solutions.


• Ability to research and correlate environmental data with process data.


• Problem-solving skills for complex issues involving multiple variables and stakeholders.


• Experience negotiating with environmental agencies and communicating with the community.


• Resource management skills to prioritize initiatives under strict deadlines.


• Planning and organization skills for managing environmental programs, reports, and commitments.


• Ability to identify cost-effective solutions while balancing technical, legal, and practical considerations.

WHAT DO YOU NEED TO SUCCEED?

• University/College Degree in Chemical Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or a related field.


• Minimum five years of experience in a large manufacturing industry.


• Expertise in environmental legislation and technologies.


• Understanding of monitoring requirements for air emissions, water quality, and waste management.


• Familiarity with cement manufacturing processes that affect environmental performance.


• Knowledge of chemical and instrumentation related to hydrogeology, air quality, and waste management.


• Strong communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills.

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?

• Being part of VCNA is being part of building famous landmarks such as Toronto's CN Tower, Roy Thompson Hall, Maple Leaf Gardens and the Darlington Nuclear Station and Ryerson Centre, St. Regis Chicago and 150 N. Riverside, Louis High-Speed Rail in Chicago and more


• Opportunities to collaborate with teams around the globe and growth opportunities in different areas


• Training, professional development


• Tuition reimbursement/assistance


• Competitive wages, vacation and holiday time


• Medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance


• RRSP and DC (CAN) and 401K (U.S.)


• Lifeworks Employee Assistance Program (EAP): confidential support for you and your family (CAN)


• Educational scholarship program for dependents of regular salaried employees.


• Fertility drug coverage


• Paid Maternity Leave Top Up


• Hybrid work model for certain positions

Salary Range: $82,000 - $102,000

Location: Toronto

OUR PEOPLE

We care about people - all people. At VCNA, we take safety, health and wellness seriously. We're dedicated to giving our employees a safe workplace, our neighbors a safe environment and our customers a high-quality and safe product. Safety first -and always!

Our VC Way

reflects who we are, inspiring us to unite our culture and be our best: Our Way of Being: ethical and respectful, Our Way of Working: together with excellence and Our Way of Thriving: with the courage to transform.

INCLUSION AND EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYMENT

We have a results-oriented culture that values being open, honest, and authentic. It's part of our DNA. We are continually expanding our diverse and inclusive team by providing opportunities for everyone, regardless of race, ethnicity, age, gender, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability or economic status - a workplace where you can express your individuality and be your best self!