Environmental Leader

General Motors; St. Catharines; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks an Environmental Leader to support its St. Catharines Propulsion Plant. This role focuses on leading air compliance and regulatory reporting programs, while managing the ISO 14001 environmental management system. Join a team committed to sustainability and innovation, ensuring compliance with environmental laws and enhancing operational efficiency. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to a landfill-free facility that utilizes renewable energy and exemplifies corporate responsibility. If you're passionate about environmental stewardship and want to make a meaningful impact, this role is for you.

Qualifications

• Lead air compliance and regulatory reporting programs.
• Manage ISO 14001 environmental management system.

Responsibilities

• Foster an inclusive culture and provide environmental training.
• Coordinate with regulatory agencies for compliance documentation.

Skills

Environmental Compliance

Regulatory Reporting

ISO 14001 Management

Waste Management

Air Emissions Management

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Environmental Science

Master's Degree in Environmental Management

Tools

Environmental Management Systems

Compliance Software

Job description

Onsite - This role is categorized as onsite. This means the successful candidate is expected to report to the St. Catharines Propulsion Plant on a full-time basis.

At General Motors, we are committed to developing innovative solutions to complex problems. Our Sustainable Workplaces team members focus on providing technical expertise, developing strategies, and planning for the future success of GM. Our mission within this organization is to transform the environment in which we live and work, aligning with our vision of “creating places you want to be”.

This is an opportunity to join a team that manufactures the V8 engine and Dual Clutch 8-Speed Transmission. Once assembled, these products are shipped to four GM assembly plants. Currently, a new product retool is underway to produce an electric drive unit.

The GM St. Catharines Propulsion Plant is notable for being GM Canada's first facility to utilize renewable energy through the Landfill Gas Co-Generation Plant. It is a landfill-free facility since 2008 and is certified with the Wildlife Habitat Council Gold Program, exemplifying GM’s commitment to reducing carbon emissions and environmental stewardship.

As an Environmental Leader supporting the St. Catharines Propulsion Plant, you will lead the air compliance and regulatory reporting programs, oversee PCB management, and manage the certified ISO 14001 environmental management system. You will also develop programs to reduce environmental risks and enhance operational efficiency.

The Team: The Environmental Operations Team comprises highly trained professionals who serve as a first-line resource for manufacturing partners. We focus on integrating robust environmental and sustainability practices into daily operations, ensuring compliance with applicable laws and fostering community connections. We collaborate with service suppliers, community partners, regulatory agencies, environmental consultants, and legal staff within the Sustainable Workplaces team.

Key responsibilities include:

• Foster an inclusive culture by actively listening, embracing change, and educating others to work effectively together. Provide environmental training and coaching. (Be Bold)

• Develop an understanding of plant manufacturing systems, including production processes, wastewater discharges, stormwater management, air emissions, sewer systems, chemical usage, and waste management/recycling, to support effective decision-making and compliance. (It’s on Me)

• Coordinate with business partners and regulatory agencies to prepare necessary documentation and reports, and schedule and conduct compliance testing. (It’s on Me)