Environment Management Systems Specialist

Saputo Inc.; Tavistock; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A major dairy manufacturing company in Tavistock is looking for an EMS Specialist to oversee environmental responsibilities at their facility. You will aid in deploying an Environmental Management System, analyze sustainability data, and engage plant personnel for improved environmental performance. Candidates should have a relevant degree and 3 to 5 years of experience in environmental compliance. This role offers a chance to make substantial contributions in a supportive work environment.

Qualifications

• 3 to 5 years of experience in Environmental Compliance.
• Experience with environmental management systems.
• Understanding of food and beverage industry practices.

Responsibilities

• Manage the Corporate Environmental Management System.
• Analyze environmental data and ensure compliance.
• Drive cost reduction initiatives in sustainability.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Motivating others

Reasoning ability

Technical capacity for utility systems

Knowledge of environmental standards

Familiarity with MS Office

Education

Bachelor of Science/Engineering

Diploma in Environmental Science

Job description

Overview

The EMS Specialist will address and manage the environmental responsibilities related to a major dairy manufacturing facility, serving as the lead environmental steward at the site.

How you will make contributions that matter

• Aid in the deployment and site management of the new Corporate Environmental Management System (EMS).
• Ensure the site clearly understands, leadership‑endorsed environmental objectives and targets to work toward.
• Determine which factors, processes, and systems have the greatest impact on the site’s environmental sustainability KPIs (water, wastewater, waste, energy, etc.).
• Lead the site’s effort to identify and manage significant environmental aspects (new aspect register).
• Conduct assessments to identify behaviors, processes, controls, and technology to manage risk and drive improvement.
• Assess site‑level training needs, arrange relevant training, and ensure training records are updated.
• Raise awareness and ownership of environmental performance within the site.
• Analyze environmental and sustainability data to understand performance, ensure compliance with permit conditions, and identify trends.
• Engage appropriate plant personnel to roll out new controls for improved risk management and continuous improvement on significant environmental aspects.
• Drive cost reduction initiatives through reduction‑at‑source efforts.

Key Competencies and Qualifications

• Exceptional interpersonal skills, ability to develop relationships, and effectively influence at all levels internally (peers and management) and externally (regulators).
• Highly motivated self‑starter capable of operating independently with minimum supervision.
• Ability to motivate others and drive change using internal and external resources.
• Strong reasoning ability – capable of breaking down complex problems into solvable pieces using data, analysis, assumptions, and judgment.
• Ability to train on and implement new methodologies.
• Technical capacity for assessing and optimizing utility systems (steam, compressed air, refrigeration, etc.), including knowledge of calculating theoretical/actual performance improvements and associated savings.
• Working knowledge of federal, provincial, and local environmental standards and regulations.
• Working knowledge of relevant ISO standards, including the 14000 and 50000 families, a plus.
• Understanding of programs such as EPA Energy Star.
• Familiarity with MS Office, PLCs, process instrumentation, and ability to read process drawings.
• Working knowledge of SQF and/or BRC (British Retail Consortium) is an asset.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor of Science / Engineering or a diploma in environmental science or a related discipline, with a strong preference for engineering, environmental, environmental health and safety, or sustainability.
• 3 to 5 years of experience in Environmental Compliance and/or Environmental Sustainability roles, with specific experience in:
• Implementing and reviewing/auditing environmental management systems.
• Implementing an effective resource conservation (climate, water, waste) program in a manufacturing setting.
• Engaging and influencing internal audiences around the benefits of sound environmental management.
• Collecting, analyzing, and reporting environmental and sustainability data.
• Responding to requests around Sustainability and Corporate Responsibility (Carbon Disclosure Project, Walmart Index, SEDEX, etc.).
• Understanding of manufacturing practices within the food and beverage industry and how this relates to environmental issues.
• Relevant professional certifications are a plus.

Company Overview

At Saputo, we bring good to the table by making high‑quality products, investing in our people, and supporting communities around the world. As a top 10 global dairy processor, we value contributions that matter and strive to foster an inclusive, growth‑driven work environment. We are a leading cheese manufacturer and fluid milk and cream processor in Canada, with well‑loved brands such as Dairyland, Armstrong, Neilson, and Alexis de Portneuf.

Equal Opportunity Employment

Saputo is an equal opportunity employer. Saputo welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities, and accommodations may be available upon request for candidates participating in all aspects of the selection process.