Sr. Manager, Environment, Health & Safety North York, Ontario, Canada

Enclustra; Ontario; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the food industry is seeking a Senior Manager of Environment Health & Safety to foster a positive safety culture and ensure compliance with EHS regulations. The role involves oversight, training, and collaboration with teams to enhance workplace safety and drive continuous improvement. This position offers a chance to make a significant impact in a rapidly growing organization committed to excellence.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of work experience in EHS management role.
• 3+ years of people management experience required.
• In-depth knowledge of OHSA, WHMIS, and EHS regulations.

Responsibilities

• Provide oversight and leadership in achieving EHS objectives.
• Develop and implement safety initiatives and procedures.
• Collaborate with teams to drive compliance with safety standards.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Analytical

Problem-solving

Teamwork

Adaptability

Education

Post-secondary in Environmental Health and Safety

Certified Registered Safety Professional (CRSP)

Job description

Join Riverside Natural Foods Ltd., a $300 million+ Canadian-based, family-owned, and globally operating business, committed to leaving the world better than we found it. As a B-Corp certified, Triple-Bottom Line company, we proudly manufacture nutritious, 'better-for-you' snacks such as MadeGood and GOOD TO GO. We value teamwork, humility, respect, ownership, adaptability, grit, and fun.

We’re on an ambitious mission to double our business by 2027, and we need talented individuals like you to help us reach new heights. At Riverside, you’ll have the opportunity to chart your own path to success while contributing to ours. We believe anything worth doing is worth doing right, and our values will guide us through the rugged terrain – and yes, it will get rough. But that’s what makes the journey worthwhile.

So, lace up your boots and let’s tackle the climb together.

The Sr. Manager of Environment Health & Safety will foster a positive safety culture by engaging all staff, developing, and implementing all aspects of the environment, health, and safety (EHS) managed systems and programs, delivery of technical and consultive support and services in the areas of environment, health and safety related to facilities, projects, and all operations at Riverside Natural Foods, Ltd. The Senior Manager, EHS is accountable to represent the interests and objectives of the organization and the Riverside Senior Leadership Team in all matters pertaining to the development, maintenance, continuous improvement, occupational health and safety programs and initiatives across the organization.

The Sr. Manager will work collaboratively with cross functional teams and stakeholders to drive compliance with safety standards and maintaining a safe work environment.

Primary Responsibilities :

• Provide oversight, expertise, leadership, direction, and specialized support in achieving the company’s EHS objectives.
• Take the lead on building a safety culture by training, coaching, and holding team members accountable on workplace safety policies and programs.
• Develop and implement safety initiatives, controls, and procedures to address safety risks in the workplace.
• Keeping abreast of developments in EHS regulations and best practices to ensure the organization remains compliant and proactive in its approach to safety.
• Identify EHS risks and adverse conditions and assist where required in developing corrective actions.
• Provide regular updates to the Riverside Senior Leadership team as needed to assist in operational decision making.
• Prepare and present as required, EHS reports and updates to the Riverside senior management to ensure full diligence and compliance with all EHS strategic initiatives.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders (JHSC, Site Leadership) to develop, audit, and achieve the highest level of safety standards.
• Monitor, assess and report on the EHS performance at all operating locations and identify the need for improved programs, standards and / or procedures.
• Analyze risk areas and emerging trends and recommend actions to ensure programs are in place to address these risks.
• Work with plant management teams to establish site specific annual performance targets aimed at continual improvement.
• Maintain liaison with regulatory bodies such as Ministry of Labour, Ministry of Health, WSIB, ESA and other related associations.
• Manage, coordinate, and oversee environment and safety incidents, injury claims, investigations, and JHSC recommendations.
• Act as primary contact with regulatory agencies for all matters pertaining to EHS.
• Define EHS training and awareness requirements throughout the organization. Work in collaboration with the Learning & Development team and plant leadership to ensure training is delivered as required.
• Prepare business cases and annual operating plans and ensure resources to accomplish objectives for EHS programs and strategic initiatives, and for the operations support of the EHS function.
• Manage performance and day-to-day responsibilities of multiple direct reports.
• Provide direct reports with short and long-term goals and deliverables. Provide support, career development and coaching as needed.
• Other Duties as Required.

Education & Qualifications :

• 10+ years of work experience required in EHS focused management role.
• Completed post-secondary in (EHS) Environmental Health and Safety, or related field or equivalent work experience in an OSHA background.
• 3+ years of people management experience required.
• Ability to perform at a high level in a fast paced and dynamic work environment.
• In depth knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA), WHMIS and all other workplace EHS regulations.
• Certified Registered Safety Professional (CRSP) designation is required.
• Experience conducting risk assessments, incident investigations, and providing safety training. Flexible to support all shifts (Afternoon, night and weekends as required).
• Excellent communication and leadership skills are crucial for effectively promoting a culture of safety within the organization.

Reporting Relationship :

The position reports directly to the Director of Manufacturing.

Skills & Abilities :

• Ability to be persuasive and assertive while also being collaborative with diverse teams.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with follow through abilities.
• Analytical, with problem-identification and problem-solving capabilities.
• Strong TEAM player demonstrated ability to work collaboratively to achieve common goals.
• PASSIONATE with a positive attitude with a desire to learn and collaborate.
• Exceptional time management and organizational skills, self-starter with a high level of initiative and ADAPTABILITY .
• Demonstrates HUMILITY throughout the company on a daily basis.
• Aptitude to exhibit, RESPECT and protect Riverside’s Core Values in a changing environment.

What we expect :

• Values-led : You’ll be a member of a thoughtful and compassionate team that prioritizes respect, teamwork and resourcefulness along with a good dash of fun.
• Unparalleled experiences and opportunities : We’re still determining who we are and what we can be. Help us shape what this organization will look like and what we’ll offer the world, into the future.
• Access to everyone : We’re a flat organization with few silos which means you’ll have full access to everyone from our founders to our production staff.
• Personal development : We’ll support and empower you to chart your own path and reach any heights you set for yourself.
• Gratitude : As a growing business, we can’t always offer formal recognition like awards programs, but we do show our true gratitude and appreciation.

What We Offer :

• Values-led : We don’t cut corners or step on anyone or anything on our way to our summit.
• Courageous determination : As a family-run, rapidly growing business, we are often challenged to find ways to deliver that aren’t obvious or easy.
• Humility : We’re a small (but growing) fish in a sea of whales and sharks.
• Continuous improvement : As a learn-as-we-go organization, we rely on each other to continuously improve everything we touch.

How to Apply :

If you have the commitment to excellence, the energy, the attitude and experience we need, then please submit your resume to careers(AT)riversidenaturals.com with the job title you are applying for in the subject line.

Riverside Natural Foods Ltd. is committed to providing an inclusive and accessible environment for everyone. If you have a disability and require accommodation in the interview process, please let us know when you apply.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, due to volume, please note that only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

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