Sr. Environmental Health Safety Manager

Compass Minerals International, Inc; Goderich; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Join Compass Minerals as the Sr. Environmental Health and Safety Manager to lead EHS initiatives at the world’s largest underground salt mine. Oversee safety policies, training, and compliance to create a safe workplace while guiding a dedicated EHS team. Ideal candidates have a strong background in EHS within industrial environments and a commitment to improving safety standards.

Benefits

Competitive compensation package

Medical, dental, vision benefits

Paid vacation and personal days

Defined contribution pension plan with company match

Commitment to safety and inclusion

Opportunities for growth and development

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years related experience required.
• Previous experience leading and developing high-performing EHS teams.
• Demonstrated commitment to safety and implementing best practices.

Responsibilities

• Lead the EHS team at Goderich Mine and promote a safe work environment.
• Manage EHS budget and develop site-specific health and safety policies.
• Design and deliver training programs for employees and contractors.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Project Management

Leadership

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Occupational Safety & Health

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Explore the potential of being part of something Clearly Essential!

Compass Minerals (NYSE : CMP) is a leading global provider of essential minerals focused on safely delivering where and when it matters to help solve nature's challenges for customers and communities. The company's salt products help keep roadways safe during winter weather and are used in numerous other consumer, industrial, chemical and agricultural applications. Its plant nutrition products help improve the quality and yield of crops while supporting sustainable agriculture. Compass Minerals operates 12 production and packaging facilities with more than 1,800 employees throughout the U.S., Canada and the U.K. Visit compassminerals.com for more information about the company and its products.

We are currently hiring Sr. Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) Manager to join the team at our Underground Salt Mine in Goderich, Ontario.

Compass Minerals' Goderich Salt Mine, located 1,800 feet under Lake Huron, is the largest underground salt mine in the world. The mine is as deep as the CN Tower in Toronto is tall. The rock salt produced at the mine is used to keep citizens in North America safe as they travel through winter snow and ice. The salt is shipped to hundreds of communities around the Great Lakes and along the St. Lawrence Seaway. Some of the salt is trucked to the Compass Minerals plant less than 4 kilometers away, to be packaged for distribution and sale at retailers in North America. The salt is also sold in bulk to manufacturers that make plastics, detergents, disinfectants and other important products. Goderich is named Canada's Prettiest Town and is best known for its stunning sunsets. Goderich is a lakeside community of 8,000 people located approximately 1.5 hours from London and Kitchener-Waterloo, Ontario.

How will you contribute to the team?

This position serves as the lead of the Environmental, Health and Safety team for the Goderich Mine. This position is responsible for promoting a safe, healthy, and productive work environment by enhancing safety awareness, monitoring and auditing safety systems, reporting safety statistics, and delivering effective safety training. This role collaborates with site personnel, contractors, regulatory agencies, and corporate staff to support the full spectrum of EHS initiatives.

• Directly responsible for planning, directing, and monitoring the quality, direction, and effectiveness of safety, environmental and security programs for the mine to achieve site and corporate objectives.
• Lead, coach and develop the site-based EHS team
• Manage the approved EHS budget and develop site-specific health and safety policies to compliance with federal and provincial regulations.
• Provide expert guidance and recommendation to site leadership on best practices in EHS and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Develop, implement, and maintain EHS policies and procedures tailored to the mine's operational needs.
• Stay current on industry safety regulations and standards; ensure internal practices reflect evolving compliance requirements.
• Design and deliver EHS training programs for employees and contractors, including onboarding, ongoing development, and compliance training. Identify H&S training and coaching needs for the facility. Participate in evaluation and monitoring of success of training programs. Follow-up to ensure training objectives are met.
• Support and implement company-wide safety initiatives; identify opportunities for improving EHS efficiency and effectiveness.
• Lead site industrial hygiene surveys and programs.
• Serve as an active member of the Joint Health and Safety Committee.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant mining and EHS regulations.
• Perform other related duties as required.

Risk Management, Change Management, and Contractor Management

• Develop and maintain a robust site-wide risk management program that integrates risk awareness and mitigation across all operational levels.
• Design, implement, and oversee the site's critical control monitoring program.
• Ensure timely completion of risk assessments, analyze findings, and implement effective, sustainable corrective actions.
• Establish processes to monitor contractor EHS performance and ensure alignment with site standards.
• Champion the change management process; act as a key resource to facilitate timely and effective implementation of changes.

Incident Investigation & Analysis and Audits

• Develop and oversee a comprehensive incident investigation process using ICAM or other recognized methodologies.
• Facilitate investigations of workplace incidents and near misses, providing process guidance, coaching, and quality assurance.
• Ensure regular site inspections are completed to proactively identify and address safety hazards.

Systems Management and Reporting

• Maintain the site's Safety and Health Management System (SHMS) to ensure alignment with applicable legislation and corporate requirements.
• Ensure timely, accurate, and complete submission of required reports to regulatory agencies and corporate office.
• Track and analyze injury and illness data to identify trends and recommend proactive strategies for exposure elimination, risk reduction, and injury prevention.
• Collaborate with the Human Resources team to support medical case management and return-to-work processes for injured employees. Assist with the development of suitable duties programs and complex return-to-work scenarios.
• Participate in local leadership team meetings, contributing subject-matter expertise on EHS strategy and performance.

What should you bring to the role?

Education and / or Experience :

• Bachelor's degree in Occupational Safety & Health, Environmental / Industrial Hygiene, Sciences or related discipline
• Minimum of 10 years related experience is required. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be accepted.
• Previous experience leading and developing high-performing EHS teams.
• Proven success in implementing behaviour-based or cognitive safety systems.
• Demonstrated commitment to safety with previous experience in identifying risks and implementing safe working practices
• Experience with workers' compensation case management and return-to-work programs.
• Underground mining experience is highly preferred.

Skills and Competencies

• Experience in a Safety & Health role within industrial, mining, or manufacturing operations viewed favorably
• Underground mining environment experience is highly preferred
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills; able to effectively engage with stakeholders at all organizational levels.
• Advanced project management skills; able to manage multiple complex initiatives simultaneously.
• Strong leadership skills, with the ability to drive cultural change and build safety ownership throughout the organization.
• Ability to lead, influencing stakeholders to adopt EHS best practices.
• In-depth understanding of relevant regulatory requirements, including the Occupational Health and Safety Act and Regulations for Mines.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and capable of generating analytical reports.

What will you like about us?

• C ompensation and Benefits : We offer a competitive compensation package along with medical, dental, vision, disability, employee assistance program, tuition reimbursement, and much more.
• Rest and Relaxation : Paid vacation, paid sick and personal floating days.
• Prepare for your Future : Defined Contribution Pension Plan with company match and contribution.
• Shared Core Values : Our employees share five Core Values in all we do : Integrity, Respect, Collaboration, Value Creation and High Performance.
• Safety : We are committed to creating a safe and inclusive work environment as we strive toward Zero Harm for our employees, customers and communities.
• Meaningful Work : What sets us apart is the work we do impacts daily lives - and every employee contributes. We responsibly transform Earth's natural resources to deliver products that help keep people safe, feed the world and enrich lives.
• Growth and Development : Our development programs help our employees meet their personal growth goals and are a key driver in our company's growth.

Compass Minerals Canada Corp. is an equal opportunity employer committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes and work environment. We will accommodate the needs of applicants under the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) throughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process. Please advise the Human Resources Department to ensure your accessibility needs are accommodated throughout this process. Information received relating to accommodation measures will be addressed confidentially. To request reasonable accommodations, email [emailprotected] .

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