Environment, Health & Safety Manager

Energy Vault; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the transportation sector is seeking an EHS Manager to lead safety programs and ensure compliance within a manufacturing environment. The role involves oversight of health and safety initiatives, working closely with cross-border teams while maintaining a focus on regulations and continuous improvement. Prospective candidates should possess strong leadership skills and a solid background in Environmental Health and Safety.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of leadership experience in EHS.
• Experience in manufacturing and unionized settings.
• Certified in First Aid with emergency response expertise.

Responsibilities

• Lead emergency response and health & safety programs.
• Manage workers’ compensation claims and safety investigations.
• Develop and deliver EHS training.

Skills

Leadership

EHS Audits

Job Safety Analysis (JSA)

Hazard Assessments

Emergency Response

Education

Degree in Occupational Safety & Health

CRSP designation or eligibility

Job description

Description

New Flyer is North America's heavy-duty transit bus leader, offering the most advanced product line under the Xcelsior and Xcelsior CHARGE brands. It also provides infrastructure development through NFI Infrastructure Solutions, dedicated to safe, sustainable, and reliable charging and mobility solutions. More information is available at www.newflyer.com.

WHAT YOU WILL DO:

• Lead and improve emergency response, hazard control, and health & safety programs, including inspections and exposure assessments.
• Manage emergency preparedness, hazard response, and health surveillance programs (e.g., hearing tests, JHSC, respirator fit testing).
• Oversee workers’ compensation claims, return-to-work processes, and safety investigations, including root cause analysis and corrective actions.
• Provide EHS guidance for facility and production activities, ensuring regulatory and internal compliance.
• Develop and deliver EHS training, conduct inspections, and track compliance with environmental and waste management regulations.
• Monitor occupational exposures, conduct risk assessments, and analyze EHS performance data for improvements.
• Support ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 systems, audit readiness, and maintain ICFR controls related to EHS.
• Standardize and align EHS practices across multiple sites, collaborating with U.S. and Canadian teams.
• Maintain current knowledge of EHS regulations, implement changes, and support internal audits.
• Provide leadership for on-site security personnel and support emergency response protocols.
• Ensure policies, procedures, and legal requirements are effectively implemented and followed.

Requirements

• 3–5 years of progressive leadership experience in EHS within a manufacturing environment.
• Experience working in manufacturing and unionized settings.
• Degree or certification in Occupational Safety & Health; CRSP designation or eligibility preferred.
• Strong knowledge of OSHA regulations and industry hygiene standards.
• Certified in First Aid with emergency response expertise.
• Experience in conducting and tracking EHS audits and hazard assessments.
• Proficient in Job Safety Analysis (JSA), Job Assessments (JA), and gap analysis.
• Ability to develop and evaluate impactful EHS training programs for diverse audiences.

Benefits

OUR WHY: We exist to move people. Our mission is to design, deliver, and support market-leading bus and motor coach solutions that are safe, accessible, efficient, and reliable.

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With 450 years of combined experience, NFI leads the electrification of mass mobility worldwide. We provide zero-emission buses, infrastructure, and technology to meet urban demands for scalable smart mobility solutions. NFI aims to create more livable cities through connected, clean, and sustainable transportation. More information is available at www.nfigroup.com, www.newflyer.com, www.mcicoach.com, nfi.parts, www.alexander-dennis.com, arbocsv.com, and carfaircomposites.com.