EHS Specialist

Job Description

Position: EHS Specialist-Canada

Primary

Location:

Edmonton, Alberta, Canada (In Person, On-Site)

Reports To:

Site EHS Manager

Compensation: 95,000 CAD-105,000 CAD, depending on experience + Benefits + Bonus Potential

Salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for the position. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. A more specific salary range for your preferred location can be discussed during the hiring process.

Please note that the compensation details listed reflect the base salary only, and do not include bonus, benefits, pension contributions or additional incentives.

At Chemtrade, we deliver innovative solutions focusing on safety, sustainability, and environmental stewardship. We value and respect all our employees, recognizing that our diverse and talented workforce is the heart of our success. By putting people at the center of our operations, we build strong connections, nurture innovation, and create fulfilling work experiences for all.

The EHS Specialist is responsible for implementing and overseeing Environmental, Health and Safety (EHS) programs at their assigned Chemtrade plant(s). These programs include, but are not limited to: environmental, occupational safety, industrial hygiene, product safety, emergency response, loss prevention, process safety, security and medical programs. This individual provides guidance and facilitates a collaborative approach to site management on implementation of EHS programs in order to reduce accidents, injuries, and environmental releases.

The EHS Specialist stays current on relevant Environmental, Health and Safety regulations and facilitates site compliance with applicable regulations. The EHS Specialist provides oversight of required training, permitting and reporting, auditing, and recordkeeping. Maintains appropriate safety equipment and general support of the Chemtrade EHS culture. The EHS Specialist performs other tasks as assigned by the EHS Regional Manager or Director of EHS and site manager to support Chemtrade EHS programs

• Certificate in occupational health or safety, industrial hygiene, environmental engineering or another relevant field.
• High level of computer skills in MS Office software (Word, Excel, Access, & PowerPoint).

• Associate / bachelor’s degree in occupational health or safety, industrial hygiene, environmental engineering or another relevant field.
• Experience in Chemical Processing environment
• Working, or willing to work toward professional and/or industry certifications preferred (e.g. OHST, CSP, CIH, or CHMM).
• Elements of Industry-based Emergency Response and Incident Command System
• Ability to adapt to changing list of priorities based on needs of the company, regulatory compliance, and management of risk.

• Become familiar with Chemtrade Environmental, Health, Safety & Security (EHS) policies and procedures.
• Immediately report all EHS incidents (injuries, near misses, releases).
• Follow all Chemtrade facility and corporate EHS procedures and practices.
• Attend and actively participate in facility EHS meetings and forums that will drive employee involvement.
• Lead job safety analysis activities.
• Implement Chemtrade Environmental, Health Safety & Security (EHS) policies and procedures.
• Collect, organize and communicate metrics to track EHS performance.
• Provide site EHS leadership through management by example and relationship development.
• Provide comprehensive and effective EHS training. Design and implement training to address any gaps identified.
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