Environmental Health Safety Specialist

Canadian Executive Search Group (USA) Inc / Division of Arrow Group of Companies; Ontario; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A forward-thinking company is seeking an experienced HSE/Labour Relations Advisor to enhance health, safety, and environmental performance at a manufacturing plant. This role involves collaborating with various stakeholders to ensure compliance with safety regulations, leading emergency response initiatives, and managing labor relations strategies. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in HSE management and labor relations, with a proven track record in a manufacturing environment. If you are passionate about fostering a safe and compliant workplace, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in HSE within manufacturing.
• Canadian Registered Safety Professional (CRSP) certification required.
• Strong knowledge of health and safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with health and safety policies and standards.
• Lead emergency response and health safety committees.
• Manage labor relations and collective bargaining agreements.

Skills

Health, Safety, and Environmental Management

Labour Relations

Regulatory Compliance

Training Needs Assessment

Change Management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources

Bachelor’s degree in Business

Tools

OHSAS 18001

ISO 45001

IATF 16949

Job description

Canadian Executive Search Group Inc. is seeking an experienced HSE/ Labour relations Advisor for a CK Automotive client.

About the Role - As an HSE / Labor Relations Advisor reporting to the Plant Manager, you will be responsible to ensure that the Plant will plan and implement actions necessary to protect, maintain and improve standards aligned to Health, Safety and Environmental performance. This individual will also effectively manage labour relations in alignment with plant labour strategies and plans.

Responsibilities -

• Collaborate with all Employees, Management, Engineering, Human Resources, Corporate HSE, Union and Contractors to ensure compliance in location with related policies, standards and processes provided by the company.
• Investigate and implement corrective and preventative action regarding health and safety incidents.
• Identify the HSE training needs of all employees in co-operation with the Human Resources Department with respect to legislation and the company’s requirements.
• Lead the plant Emergency Plan, Emergency Response Team, Joint Health and Safety Committee.
• Implement company labor strategies through collaboration with the Union representatives, including negotiations, interpretation, and administration of collective bargaining agreements, dispute resolution, grievance and arbitration administration.
• Manage the application of regulations and statutes; Ministry of Labor Regulations, Labor Act and Employment Standards Act, Ontario Human Rights Code, AODA, etc.
• Drive change related to HSE and Labor Relations mindsets.

Qualifications -

• A Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Human Resources or Business from an accredited 4-Year College or University.
• A minimum of 5- years of professional experience with HSE in a manufacturing environment with additional experience in Labor Relations.
• Canadian Registered Safety Professional (CRSP) certification.
• Working knowledge of OHSAS 18001, ISO 45001, and IATF 16494.