EHS Specialist, Weekend Shift

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BWXT Canada Ltd. (BWXT Canada) has over 60 years of expertise and experience in the design, manufacturing, commissioning and service of nuclear power generation equipment. This includes steam generators, nuclear fuel and fuel components, critical plant components, parts and related plant services. BWXT Canada’s subsidiary, BWXT Medical Ltd. (BWXT Medical) provides its customers, who conduct life-saving medical procedures for patients around the world, the benefit of decades of experience in the development, manufacturing, packaging and delivery of medical isotopes and radiopharmaceuticals.

Headquartered in Cambridge, Ontario, BWXT in Canada has approximately 1,800 employees at locations in Peterborough, Toronto, Arnprior, Brampton, Port Elgin, Owen Sound, Kanata and Oakville, Ontario and Vancouver, British Columbia. BWXT Canada is a subsidiary of BWX Technologies, Inc. (NYSE: BWXT). Follow us on Twitter @BWXT and learn more
Welcome to BWXT
We believe in empowering our employees and cultivating a dynamic workplace that fosters growth and collaboration. Whether you are an experienced professional or beginning your career, you will find opportunities to challenge yourself, learn from seasoned experts, and contribute to nuclear innovation. We require a diverse range of skills to support our work in the markets that drive our business and welcome candidates from all backgrounds who are passionate about making a difference.
P osition Overview:  As our Environmental Health & Safety Specialist (EHS Specialist), Weekend Shift, you will support, coordinate, and continuously improve BWXT Cambridge’s Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) programs, including the Nuclear Safety Program. You will promote a strong safety culture, ensure regulatory and corporate compliance, investigate incidents, assess risks, support worker training, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to maintain a safe and healthy workplace.

Location:

On-site, Cambridge, ON

Work Hours:

12 hour shifts Friday, Saturday, Sunday
Shifts must cover core hours 9:00 am to 8:00 pm
Your Day to Day as an Environmental Health & Safety Specialist, Weekend

Shift:  Supervision and Work Structure

• Report to the EHS Manager; no direct reports.

• Support EHS processes across the facility and collaborate closely with employees, supervisors, contractors, JHSC, and regulatory bodies.

• Work hours may vary according to site shift requirements.
Health & Safety Program Support

• Develop and review health and safety policies and procedures to ensure compliance with site, company, and government regulations.

• Proactively review work procedures, complete risk assessments, identify hazardous situations, and take corrective measures.

• Review Pre-Start Health & Safety Reviews (PSRs) for machinery or equipment changes.

• Aid in the implementation of ANSI Z10 and support continuous improvement of the safety management system.

• Ensure health and safety considerations are incorporated into new equipment installation and workstation process design.
Incident Investigation and Issue Resolution

• Lead near-miss and injury investigations, apply root cause analysis, develop corrective actions, and conduct follow-up.

• Assist with WSIB reporting and support return-to-work processes when needed.

• Review and monitor reported incidents, unsafe acts, and unsafe conditions to prevent recurrence.
Training, Communication, and Compliance

• Ensure all employee safety training (First Aid, WHMIS, emergency procedures, etc.) is completed and up to date; coordinate internal or external training as required.

• Relay safety information to new hires, contractors, and temporary employees.

• Maintain the Safety Data Sheet (SDS) binder and ensure all SDS documentation is current.

• Administer compliance tracking programs such as Gensuite and the Learning Management System (LMS) for training, routine tasks, worker concerns, and event reporting.

• Participate as a member of the Joint Health & Safety Committee (JHSC).

• Support in-house projects by assisting with contractor Safe Work Plans and contractor safety orientations.
Administration and General Responsibilities

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