Industrial Hygienist

Irving Shipbuilding; Halifax; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Irving Shipbuilding is seeking an Industrial Hygienist to manage the Industrial Hygiene program, ensuring workplace health safety through exposure assessments, training, and compliance with regulations. The ideal candidate will hold a relevant degree and possess experience in environmental health and safety.

Benefits

Dynamic career opportunities

Inclusive workplace culture

Commitment to employee growth

Qualifications

• 2-5 years' experience in environment, health, and safety.
• Pursuing qualification as a Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH) or Registered Occupation Hygienist (ROH).
• Ability to build comprehensive reports and convey information effectively.

Responsibilities

• Plan and conduct exposure assessments, ensuring compliance with regulations.
• Conduct training in Health, Safety & Environment controls.
• Document workplace conditions and analyze hygiene data.

Skills

Communication

Statistical Analysis

Knowledge of Occupational Health Standards

Education

Bachelor's degree in science or engineering

Master's degree in Occupational Hygiene or Industrial Hygiene

Tools

Sampling Equipment

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION
The Industrial Hygienist will leverage the use of anticipation, recognition, evaluation, prevention, and control of workplace hazards or stressors which may cause impaired health and well-being or significant discomfort among workers and the community. The Hygienist will take ownership of the Industrial Hygiene program by managing the collection, analysis, and control of workplace health hazards. This includes reviewing and leading implementation of control measures; conducting training in Health, Safety & Environment accident prevention; developing and presenting reports for senior leadership and working with external agencies and regulators. Furthermore, to facilitate the CSC contract, the Hygienist will support the development of new processes for proactive mitigation of exposure risk(s).
RESPONSIBILITIES

• Plan, direct and complete exposure assessments by collecting, measuring, and analyzing samples of workplace conditions such as air, water, dust, vapors, fumes, gases, mists, heat, cold, noise, and radiation.
• Provide expertise on the mitigation of exposure hazards, leading and directing the implantation of control plans to ensure regulatory compliance and continuous improvement.
• Protect team members by conducting training in Health, Safety & Environment controls, accident prevention, and use of personal protective equipment.
• Provides safety information by documenting workplace conditions; analyzing and summarizing hygiene data and trends; and outlining improvement opportunities.
• Ensure compliance with legal regulations including DOLAE and ACGIH by developing and enforcing standards and procedures.
• Guides staff actions by researching, developing, writing, and updating policies, procedures, methods, and guidelines.
• Prepares industrial hygiene information for all levels of the organization by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing assessment results and industry best practices.
• Improve industrial hygiene job knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; benchmarking state-of-the-art practices; and participating in professional societies.
• Contribute to industrial hygiene and organization success by welcoming related, different, and new requests; helping others accomplish job results.
• Provide mentorship and leadership to the HSE Team and production stakeholders on the assessment and control of workplace health hazards.
• Maintain record of exposure assessments, ensuring workplace exposure to physical, chemical, biological, and ergonomic hazards are documented and available, mitigating risk of onset occupational illnesses.
• Work with external agencies and industry partners to establish best practice and continuously improve workplace and community health.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in science or engineering required.
• Master's degree in occupational Hygiene or Industrial Hygiene a strong asset.
• Knowledge of industrial hygiene procedures and application of occupational health standards.
• Knowledge of patient rights and laws relative to those rights, such as HIPAA.
• Qualified or pursuing qualifications as a Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH) or Registered Occupation Hygienist (ROH).
• 2-5 years' experience working in the environment, health, and safety field.
• Experience with sampling equipment, use of sample protocols, and statistical analysis techniques.
• Excellent communication skills both written and verbal.
• Ability to build comprehensive reports and effectively convey information to others.

ABOUT US
Founded in 1882, J.D. Irving, Limited (JDI) has operations in Canada and the United States and are a team of 20,000 dedicated employees. At J.D. Irving, Limited, you are part of a dynamic team of professionals who lead with integrity and are passionate about delivering results. With a culture that nurtures talent and creates an inclusive workplace, you can grow your career across our various operating divisions.
We are committed to creating accessible environments for our colleagues, candidates, and customers. Requests for accommodation due to a disability (which may be visible or invisible, temporary, or permanent) can be made at any stage of application and employment. We encourage candidates to make their accommodation needs known so that we can provide equitable opportunities.
Worried you do not meet all the requirements? Studies have shown that many applicants apply only to job opportunities when they feel they meet 100% of the criteria. We promote an inclusive environment where everyone is appreciated, recognized, and empowered to contribute fully. If you are interested in this position but are worried you did not meet all the requirements, we would encourage you to still apply.
We appreciate your interest in our company however only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
ABOUT THE TEAM
Irving Shipbuilding is proud to be Canada's National Shipbuilder. Our team is constructing more than 20 modern patrol ships and destroyers for the Royal Canadian Navy and Canadian Coast Guard as part of the largest defence procurement project in Canadian history.
By joining our team of more than 2,400 shipbuilders, you can enjoy a dynamic and exciting career with a company dedicated to your success, development, and safety.
At Irving Shipbuilding, we're making history - why not make it with us? Learn more about careers at Irving Shipbuilding: shipsforcanada.ca/opportunities.
We invite applications from all qualified candidates, including racially visible persons, women in underrepresented roles, persons with disabilities, Indigenous persons, and members of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community, and encourage applicants to self-identify.