Regional EH&S Specialist

richardson; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Richardson International is seeking a Regional EH&S Specialist to join our Winnipeg office. The role provides environmental, health and safety advice to facility leadership and helps ensure compliant, safe workplaces across the region. You will develop and improve EH&S programs and deliver training, while conducting investigations, audits and inspections.

A Diploma in Occupational Health & Safety and 1–2 years of related experience are preferred. Travel within Canada is required.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Certificate in Occupational Health & Safety is strongly recommended.
• 1-2 years' experience in an occupational, environmental, health or safety discipline.
• Strong knowledge of applicable workplace health and safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Advise facility leadership on EH&S requirements and best practices.
• Lead compliance efforts by interpreting regulations and coordinating with agencies.
• Develop and improve EH&S programs, policies, and site standards.
• Identify training needs and deliver EH&S training across locations.
• Conduct incident investigations, audits and inspections and drive corrective actions.
• Support emergency preparedness and business continuity planning.

Skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Travel availability

Education

Diploma/Certificate in Occupational Health & Safety

Job description

At Richardson International, being truly invested is at the heart of everything we do. For over 165 years, Richardson has been dedicated to Canadian agriculture. Recognized as a global leader in agriculture and food processing, Richardson is one of Canada's Best Managed Companies with over 4,000 employees across Canada, the U.S., the U.K., and Europe. At Richardson, we are committed to enhancing our facilities and services and investing in our people and our communities.

We currently have the opportunity for a Regional EH&S Specialist to join our team in our Winnipeg office. The Regional EH&S Specialist provides environmental, health and safety advice and support to facility leadership across the assigned region, helping ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and corporate standards. This role develops, implements and continuously improves EH&S programs, systems and processes that promote a safe, healthy and environmentally responsible workplace.

Responsibilities:

• Advise and support facility leadership teams on environmental, health and safety requirements, priorities and best practices
• Lead EH&S compliance efforts by interpreting regulations, monitoring legislative changes and partnering with regulatory and industry agencies
• Evaluate, develop and continuously improve EH&S programs, policies, procedures and site-specific standards
• Identify training needs, develop and deliver EH&S training programs to employees and leaders across multiple locations
• Conduct incident investigations, audits and inspections; identify risks and drive effective corrective and preventive actions
• Support emergency preparedness, response planning and business continuity initiatives to protect people, operations and the environment

Qualifications:

• Diploma or Certificate in Occupational Health & Safety is strongly recommended
• 1-2 years' experience in an occupational, environmental, health or safety discipline
• Strong working knowledge of applicable workplace, health and safety regulations with the ability to review and interpret legislations
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize and meet deadlines
• CRSP, CRST or CSP designation, or the ability to obtain it is considered an asset
• Ability to travel within Canada

Richardson International provides an excellent compensation package consisting of competitive salary, pension, a flexible benefits plan and training and career development opportunities.

Richardson International values diversity in the workplace. Women, Indigenous Peoples, Visible Minorities, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply and self-identify.