Environmental Health and Safety Advisor

GFL Environmental Inc.; Oliver Paipoonge; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Wellness program

RRSP matching

Profit sharing

Growth opportunities

Job summary

GFL Environmental in Thunder Bay, Ontario, seeks an experienced Health, Safety & Compliance Advisor to support operations across Northern Ontario. You will conduct site inspections, coordinate training, and ensure regulatory compliance while balancing field and office duties.

The role requires 3–5+ years in an on-site EHS advisory capacity, a degree in Health and Safety, and proficiency with Google Workspace.

Qualifications

• 3–5+ years of on-site EHS support or advisory experience required.
• Experience with Waste Management, Transportation, or Mining is preferred.
• Proficiency in Google Workspace and safety reporting tools is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Provide guidance and oversight to Operations on EHS activities across sites.
• Develop and improve EHS programs while ensuring accountability remains with Operations.
• Ensure compliance with Occupational Health and Safety Act and related regulations.
• Support rollout of COR, ISO45001, Subcontractor Management and Return to Work programs.
• Coordinate training, onboarding, and coaching for field teams.
• Prepare EHS reports and participate in client and project meetings.

Skills

EHS knowledge

Team collaboration

Google Workspace

Time management

Communication

Education

Health and Safety degree

Tools

Google Workspace

Job description

Ready to elevate your career? GESI is expanding! We are officially hunting for our next EHS Advisor in Thunder Bay, ON—someone ready to bring fresh ideas and grow alongside a dynamic team

About Us

GFL Environmental Services Inc. ("GESI") is a high-growth environmental services company recently carved out of GFL Environmental Inc. Backed by leading private equity firms, GESI delivers liquid waste, industrial cleaning, and soil remediation services across North America through a vertically integrated platform of over 230 sites and a fleet of 1,800+ vehicles. Our employees, collectively known as 'Team Green,' enjoy numerous benefits: career advancement opportunities, competitive benefits, job stability within an essential services company, and the chance to make a positive impact every day for our customers and communities, Green for Life!

The Role

Join GFL Environmental in Northern Ontario as a Health, Safety & Compliance Advisor. In this vital role, you will ensure the safety and compliance of our operations, conducting site inspections, facilitating employee training, and managing safety communications. You’ll be instrumental in maintaining our high standards for health and safety across multiple sites.

This position will be supporting the Northern Ontario region and will require travel (30%).

Key Responsibilities

• Provides guidance, support, and oversight to Operations on the day-to-day administration of Environmental, Health and Safety (EHS) activities across GFL operations.
• Collaborates on the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of EHS programs and initiatives, without assuming operational ownership.
• Monitors and verifies compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act, Construction and Industrial Regulations, and other applicable legislation, and escalates gaps as required.
• Guides Operations to maintain compliance with customer programs such as ISN Networld, Avetta, and Contractor Check through guidance, review, and verification.
• Supports the rollout and ongoing administration of EHS programs including COR, ISO45001, Subcontractor Management, and Return to Work, while Operations retain accountability for execution.
• Provides guidance and follow-up for training and development programs, including coordination, tracking, and field-level coaching.
• Supports Operations with onboarding and orientations for new hires by providing EHS guidance and verification.
• Acts as a key liaison between EHS and Operations to ensure alignment, consistency, and clarity of expectations.
• Supports EHS Leadership in pursuits to the corporate standards.
• Communicates with regulatory officials for incident management and reporting.
• Participates as required in client and project meetings to provide EHS guidance, insight, and support.
• Prepares EHS reports and summaries to support operational decision-making.
• Conducts field audits and inspections to verify compliance and identify improvement opportunities.
• Expected to work approximately 50% in the office and 50% in the field, but depends on scheduling and other needs.
• Typical hours per day are 7:00am – 4:00pm.
• Ability to support shutdown activities, including extended shifts of up to 12 hours, approximately 2–3 times per year.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the EHS Manager.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Competencies

• 3–5+ years of experience in a similar on-site EHS support or advisory role, with experience in Waste Management, Transportation, or Mining required.
• Degree, diploma, or professional certification in Health and Safety or a related field preferred.
• Experience or exposure to working within the Google WorkSpace would be an asset.
• Strong team player with the ability to influence, guide, and support Operations in a dynamic, fast‑paced environment.
• Proficient with Google software and safety associated software for reporting, inspections, file uploads and sharing, meetings, etc.
• Strong time management and organizational skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities.

What We Offer

• Health: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Wellness: Employee Assistance Program, life insurance, and paid time-off.
• Financial: RRSP matching, profit sharing and competitive wages.
• Culture: Growth opportunities and continuous learning opportunities.

Join us and become part of "Team Green" at GFL Environmental, where your skills and dedication will be valued and rewarded.