EH&S Safety Specialist in Ottawa

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General Description

The EH&S Specialist must have a strong understanding of the EH&S regulatory requirements along with the Critical Performance Indicators and Key Performance Indicators related to customer expectations in this area. The objective is to deliver effective safety leadership at each site in a manner that protects all personnel and property while avoiding loss and providing business continuity. This position will provide guidance and support to site management, program owners, and site personnel across multiple facilities to ensure compliance with EH&S requirements through the design, organization, implementation, and maintenance of policies, procedures, and programs.

The EH&S Specialist will also be responsible for implementing the Contractor Risk Management Program for JLL and client contract and vendor operations at client locations. The program must assure the systemic approach to Contractor Risk Management is implemented and monitored to ensure compliance with JLL and client strategic objectives. Candidates will be expected to travel as needed.

Responsibilities

• Implement comprehensive EH&S programs and initiatives that comply with regulatory requirements and promote employee participation and accountability.
• Identify, eliminate, and control hazardous conditions that may lead to injury and/or property damage using safety standards, best management practices, and analytical techniques.
• Develop and conduct training in compliance with regulatory requirements and company policies.
• Ensure proper documentation of training.
• Assist sites in performing job safety analysis and developing safe work procedures.
• Conduct safety inspections and implement corrective actions.
• Implement the Contract Risk Management program for designated area of responsibility.
• Approve permit to work for high-risk operations (e.g., hot work, confined space entry, roof access).
• Collect data, provide information and reports as needed to support the Client’s compliance programs.
• Participate and conduct compliance audits across sites.
• Lead EH&S investigations related to incidents and near-misses to identify root causes and develop corrective actions for the prevention of future incidents.
• Monitor recordkeeping and reporting performance for risk-related requirements and objectives.
• Ensure compliance with ISO 4500.1 and 1400.1 and appropriate site and business-specific programs are implemented, documented, and standardized.

Qualifications Required

• Proficient in multiple EHS Management Systems and adaptable to using a variety of technologies (example: Velocity EHS, Intelex, HSI etc.).
• A strong understanding of the EH&S regulatory requirements; proficient in ISO 1400.1 and 4500.1 standards.
• Strong understanding of Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) and Control of Hazardous Energy requirements.
• Knowledge of safety requirements, fundamentals of safety education, industrial safety, risk management, and the application of data automation to the safety function highly desired.
• Ability to work well with minimal supervision.
• Proficient in basic computer applications and software such as MS Office programs, Outlook, etc.
• Ability to speak in front of a large audience and deliver in-person and remote EH&S training effectively.

Preferred

• Degree in Environmental Science, Safety Management, Engineering, or a related field preferred.
• Good work ethic and interpersonal skills.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively engage and collaborate with stakeholders at all levels.
• Ability to work well with others at all levels and across organizations.
• Must be able to get results through others without having direct reports.