Safety, Environment and Security Senior Manager

Coca-Cola; Peterborough; On-site; CAD 135,000 - 152,000; Full time

Job summary

The Coca-Cola Company in Peterborough, Canada is seeking a Senior Manager of Safety, Environmental & Security (SES) to lead site programs, ensure regulatory compliance, and drive a strong safety culture across operations.

You will manage risk assessments, wastewater and environmental performance, training, emergency response, and collaboration with teams and external partners to advance sustainability goals for the facility.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Occupational Health & Safety, Engineering, or related field.
• 5+ years of progressive safety/environmental experience in manufacturing or industrial operations.
• Experience implementing and sustaining safety and environmental management systems.
• Knowledge of ISO 14001, ISO 45001, and Process Safety Management.
• Experience with ammonia refrigeration safety and environmental considerations.

Responsibilities

• Lead site-level safety, environmental, and security programs to meet standards.
• Conduct risk assessments (FMEA, health and safety risk evaluations, environmental assessments).
• Ensure regulatory compliance across health, environment, and security, including ISO frameworks.
• Develop wastewater management and environmental performance strategies.
• Deliver trainings across new hires, safety refreshers, contractor induction, leadership.
• Coordinate emergency preparedness and medical response programs.
• Collaborate with teams and external partners to share best practices in industrial hygiene and environmental protection.
• Translate metrics into performance indicators and drive accountability.

Skills

Safety management

Environmental compliance

Leadership

Regulatory knowledge

Communication

Industrial hygiene

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Occupational Health & Safety, Engineering, or related field

Job description

Job Description Summary:

At The Coca-Cola Company, we are driven by our purpose to refresh the world and make a difference every day. Innovation, sustainability, and care for people and communities energize everything we do. As part of this commitment, maintaining safe, environmentally responsible, and secure workplaces is central to the success of our business, our people, and our brands.

We are seeking a Senior Manager of Safety, Environmental & Security (SES) for our Peterborough, Canada facility—an integral role ensuring our operations meet high standards for occupational health, environmental sustainability, and risk mitigation. This role safeguards our teams and communities while enabling compliance with regulatory requirements and company standards across safety, environmental practices, and security systems. The ideal candidate brings expertise in safety management systems, environmental compliance, and sustainable practices, coupled with the ability to foster a strong safety culture and continuous improvement mindset across the facility. If you are passionate about shaping a safe and sustainable workplace where people thrive, this is an opportunity to make a direct impact on the future of Coca-Cola’s operations.

What You’ll Do for Us

· Lead the site-level implementation and continuous improvement of safety, environmental, and security programs that align with organizational and regulatory standards.

· Facilitate comprehensive risk assessment processes, including failure mode and effects analysis (FMEA), health and safety risk evaluations, and environmental impact assessments to proactively mitigate hazards.

· Drive compliance with regulatory obligations and internal requirements across occupational health, environmental protection, and security, including ISO 14001, ISO 45001, and Process Safety Management frameworks.

· Establish strategies and monitor wastewater treatment and environmental performance against sustainability commitments.

· Design and deliver training programs across multiple audiences, including new hire orientation, annual safety refreshers, specialized modules, contractor induction, and leadership sessions.

· Build and maintain emergency preparedness and medical response programs while coordinating effective onsite and contractor safety processes.

· Collaborate with cross functional teams and external partners to identify, share, and implement best practices in industrial hygiene, environmental protection, and behavioral safety.

· Translate safety, environmental, and sustainability metrics into clear performance indicators for site personnel, promoting accountability and engagement in shared goals.

· Partner with leadership to conduct reviews on safety and sustainability performance and foster a culture committed to continuous improvement in health, safety, and environmental outcomes.

· Manage findings from internal and external audits, ensuring timely corrective actions and preventive measures.

· Represent the organization in interactions with local and regional authorities on compliance and regulatory matters while maintaining strong stakeholder relationships.

· Support sustainability initiatives to reduce operational environmental impact and advance company goals in resource efficiency and circularity.

Requirements & Qualifications

· Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Occupational Health & Safety, Engineering, or related field; equivalent practical experience in large manufacturing facilities will be considered.

· 5+ years of progressive experience in safety and environmental roles within manufacturing or industrial operations.

· Demonstrated ability to develop, implement, and sustain effective safety and environmental management systems.

· Strong knowledge of occupational health and safety protocols, environmental compliance requirements, and risk control processes across manufacturing environments.

· Proficiency in standards such as ISO 14001, ISO 45001, and experience with Process Safety Management.

· Wastewater management and treatment operations as well as industrial hygiene practices.

· Knowledge and experience working with ammonia refrigeration systems, including associated safety and environmental considerations.

· Comprehensive understanding of federal, provincial, and municipal regulatory frameworks in Canada related to health, safety, and the environment.

· Ability to analyze complex data and translate insights into actionable improvement plans; digital fluency in using technology and systems for compliance tracking and reporting.

· Skilled at engaging teams and leadership in building a culture of safety, sustainability, and continuous improvement.

· Exceptional communication and collaboration skills to work across functions and engage external stakeholders.

Preferred Qualifications

· Canadian Registered Safety Professional (CRSP)

· Lean or Six Sigma certification.

· Advanced knowledge of behavioral safety methodologies and cultural transformation initiatives.

· Experience in food or beverage manufacturing environments.

What We’ll Do for You

· Provide a platform to lead initiatives that directly impact workplace safety, environmental stewardship, and regulatory alignment.

· Offer exposure to sustainability projects that contribute to Coca-Cola’s global commitments to resource efficiency and operational excellence.

· Enable access to advanced learning resources and development opportunities in safety systems, compliance, and emerging sustainability technologies.

· Create space to collaborate with cross-functional teams and contribute to shaping best-in-class safety and environmental practices across the manufacturing network.

Skills:

Chemistry, Communication, Continual Improvement Process, Data Compilation, Environmental Science, Food Safety and Sanitation (Inactive), Food Sciences, Food Technology, Green Solutions, Laboratory Testing, Leadership, Microbiological Test, Nutritional Science, People Management, Product Development, Quality Control (QC), Scientific Research, Sensory Testing, Sustainability, Waterfall Model

Pay Range:

Canada: 134,800 CAD - 151,900 CAD

Base pay offered may vary depending on geography, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. A full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the position, is offered.

Annual Incentive Reference Value Percentage:

15

Annual Incentive reference value is a market-based competitive value for your role. It falls in the middle of the range for your role, indicating performance at target.

Location(s):

Canada

City/Cities:

Peterborough

Travel Required:

00% - 25%

Relocation Provided:

No

Job Posting End Date:

September 1, 2026

Our Purpose and Growth Culture:

We are taking deliberate action to nurture an inclusive culture that is grounded in our company purpose, to refresh the world and make a difference. We act with a growth mindset, take an expansive approach to what’s possible and believe in continuous learning to improve our business and ourselves. We focus on four key behaviors – curious, empowered, inclusive and agile – and value how we work as much as what we achieve. We believe that our culture is one of the reasons our company continues to thrive after 130+ years. Visit Our Purpose and Vision to learn more about these behaviors and how you can bring them to life in your next role at Coca-Cola.