At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead health and safety initiatives to create a safer workplace at John Deere.
- Company: Join John Deere, a leader in sustainable innovation and impactful solutions.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, relocation assistance, and a supportive work culture.
- Other info: Dynamic environment with opportunities for continuous improvement and professional growth.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in environmental health and safety while growing your career.
- Qualifications: 5+ years in health and safety roles with strong communication skills.
The predicted salary is between 95000 - 108000 $ per year.
At John Deere, we run so life can leap forward. This powerful purpose is our promise to humankind that we will dream, design, and deliver breakthrough products that sustain our world for generations to come. The world is counting on us to feed billions of people and build vital infrastructures in villages, towns and megacities.
Your Responsibilities
- Lead and maintain the manufacturing team's Health, Safety, Environmental and Ergonomics programs and initiatives
- Ensure compliance with WorkSafe BC, environmental regulations and internal company policies
- Administer WorkSafe BC claims, reporting requirements, lost-time statistics and return-to-work initiatives
- Investigate workplace incidents, identify root causes, and implement corrective actions
- Coordinate Joint Health & Safety Committee activities, meetings, inspections, and documentation
- Deliver and coordinate health, safety, environmental, and ergonomics training programs
- Support environmental programs including reporting, permitting, waste management, and regulatory compliance activities
- Promote a proactive safety culture throughout the organization and coach employees on safe work practices
- Support continuous improvement initiatives related to safety, environmental performance, and workplace ergonomics
What Skills You Need
- Demonstrated ability to communicate clearly, confidently, and professionally with employees, leaders, customers, and cross-functional stakeholders at all levels of the organization
- 5 or more years conducting safety audits, workplace inspections, risk assessments, incident investigations, root cause analysis, corrective action assurance, safety and environmental education and training
- 5 or more years analyzing safety and health metrics, identify trends and recommend opportunities for continuous improvement
- 5 or more years of experience applying occupational safety and/or environmental governmental/agency regulatory requirements or legislation
What Makes You Stand Out
- Progressive experience in Health & Safety roles, in Manufacturing or related operations environments
- CRSP designation
Education
- A bachelor's or master's degree, or an equivalent certification, in an Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental, Engineering/Technology is required
- Work experience is considered an asset
In accordance with the John Deere Accommodation Policy, reasonable accommodation of any of these qualifications may be considered. An equal opportunity employer, John Deere requires a diversity of people, perspectives and ideas to address the complex challenges of its global business.
This position will be posted for a minimum of 7 business days and unposted when a qualified pool of candidates is achieved.
The company uses artificial intelligence (AI) in screening, assessing, and selecting applicants for open positions.
Environmental Health & Safety Specialist employer: Environmental Health & Safety Specialist
At John Deere, we foster a dynamic work environment in Langley, BC, where innovation and collaboration are at the forefront of our mission to create sustainable solutions for future generations. Our commitment to employee growth is evident through comprehensive training programs and a proactive safety culture that empowers every team member to contribute their ideas and expertise. With competitive salaries and relocation assistance, we ensure that our employees feel valued and supported as they help us build vital infrastructures and feed billions worldwide.
Contact Details:
Environmental Health & Safety Specialist Recruitment Team
