EHSSQ Manager

Evonik; South Dundas; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global chemical company is seeking a professional to ensure safety and environmental compliance in South Dundas, Ontario. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of experience in industrial settings with a focus on EHS management. Responsibilities include conducting safety audits, managing environmental permits, and training personnel. Competitive salary with hybrid work environment offered.

Benefits

Performance-based remuneration

Occupational health benefits

Hybrid working environment

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years of experience in an industrial setting.
• At least 5 years in an EHSQ related function.
• Deep knowledge of handling hazardous chemicals.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and develop standards for safety onsite.
• Manage safety audits and efficiency testing.
• Collaborate with Management Team for compliance.

Skills

EHS compliance and regulatory requirements

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Technical writing skills

Hazard and exposure identification

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in science, Engineering, or related field

Tools

MS Office

Success Factors

Job description

What we offer

Explore a world of opportunities with us. Look ahead with us and help shape innovative solutions to make our world more sustainable and life healthier, more vibrant and more comfortable. At Evonik, you have the chance to explore, thrive, and grow alongside 33,000 colleagues. Among attractive career paths and high-quality development programs, we not only offer performance-based remuneration and occupational health benefits but also hybrid and flexible working environments with #SmartWork. Bring your fresh perspective, develop your strengths, break out your mold, and find a career that fits your dreams with us.

Note: Learn what our employees have to say about Evonik. The Careers site includes a meet-the-team page at careers.evonik.com/en/about/meet-the-team/

Responsibilities

• Maintain and develop, if required, the necessary standards to ensure the security, health and safety of personnel, visitors, and contractors on site
• Manage and perform Safety audits and efficiency testing, identifying deficiencies in work procedures, safe work behaviors, and developing remedial actions in with the appropriate member(s) of the Management Team
• Team player with very active field presence.
• Act as site security officer
• Develop, submit, and maintain all environmental permits and permit requirements
• Train and coach personnel through the development of critical documentation and tools to support risk assessments, safe work practices, and adverse event/near miss reporting & investigation.
• Responsible for establishing, tracking, and monitoring progress toward site and department goals
• Collaborate with Management Team to ensure continual improvement and compliance.
• Provide direction, assistance, and support for corrective actions and recommendations to ensure improvements.
• Promote a culture of injury-free attitudes at the site by demonstrating honest, genuine care, and passion for EHSSQ
• Develop and implement workplace inspections and audits to identify work hazards and exposures
• Oversee the Management of Change (MOC) system
• Support/own elements of PSM (Process Safety Management) systems for site
• Management representative for RC 14001, ISO 9001, Maquam and all related systems

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in science, Engineering, or related field from an accredited college or university
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in an industrial setting with at least 5 years in an EHSQ related function.
• Strong understanding and knowledge of EHS compliance and regulatory requirements
• Knowledge of federal and provincial environmental and health and safety legislation.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and technical writing skills
• Deep knowledge of handling hazardous chemicals
• Be skilled and knowledgeable in hazard and exposure identification, auditing, and inspections
• Interpersonal skills
• Good knowledge of appropriate IT-Tools (e.g., MS Office, Success Factors)
• Knowledge of safety management systems
• Management skills and deep understanding of the business aspects in EHS operation
• ASQ Certifications would be an asset
• Knowledge of quality systems and expertise in ISO 9001 is a must.

Your Application

To ensure that your application is proceeded as quickly as possible and to protect the environment, please apply online via our careers portal. Further information about Evonik as Employer can be found at careers.evonik.com.

Please address your application to the Talent Acquisition Manager, stating your earliest possible starting date and your salary expectations.

Your Talent Acquisition Manager: Minnie Khera

Company: Evonik Canada Inc.