EHS Manager - Ontario Safety & Compliance Lead

GFL Environmental Inc.; Hamilton; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

GFL Environmental Inc. is seeking an EHS Manager to lead health, safety, and compliance efforts from the Mississauga office. The role involves inspecting facilities, incident reporting, onboarding, and coordinating with operations across Ontario.

Travel between 50–75% is required, and you will mentor field staff while developing local SOPs and safety programs. Strong communication skills and a COR background are highly valued.

Qualifications

• 5–7 years of experience in health and safety or related role.
• Experience mentoring field staff.
• Strong knowledge of OH&S legislation and standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of EHS Advisors and Coordinators.
• Oversee orientations, onboarding and training.
• Inspect facilities for hazards and ensure compliance.
• Prepare incident reports and investigations.
• Support insurance material preparation.
• Generate regular safety reports.
• Assist in WSIB claims reporting and RTW programs.
• Develop and enforce local SOPs with operations.
• Communicate health and safety policies to staff.
• Participate on the Joint Health and Safety Committee.
• Maintain safety files and training databases.

Skills

Health & safety leadership

OH&S knowledge

COR experience

MS Office

Staff mentoring

Travel readiness

Education

Diploma or Degree in Health & Safety

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

GFL Environmental Inc. is seeking an EHS Manager to lead health, safety, and compliance efforts from the Mississauga office. The role involves inspecting facilities, incident reporting, onboarding, and coordinating with operations across Ontario.

Travel between 50–75% is required, and you will mentor field staff while developing local SOPs and safety programs. Strong communication skills and a COR background are highly valued.