Environmental Health and Safety Administrator

Explore the potential of being part of something Clearly Essential!

Compass Minerals (NYSE: CMP) is a leading global provider of essential minerals focused on safely delivering where and when it matters to help solve natures challenges for customers and communities. The companys salt products help keep roadways safe during winter weather and are used in numerous other consumer industrial chemical and agricultural applications. Its plant nutrition products help improve the quality and yield of crops while supporting sustainable agriculture. Compass Minerals operates 11 production and packaging facilities with more than 1800 employees throughout the U.S. Canada and the U.K. Visit for more information about the company and its products.

We are currently hiring an Environmental Health and Safety Administrator to join the team at our underground salt mine located in Goderich ON.

Compass Minerals Goderich Salt Mine located 1800 feet under Lake Huron is the largest underground salt mine in the world. The mine is as deep as the CN Tower in Toronto is tall. The rock salt produced at the mine is used to keep citizens in North America safe as they travel through winter snow and ice. The salt is shipped to hundreds of communities around the Great Lakes and along the St. Lawrence Seaway. Some of the salt is trucked to the Compass Minerals plant less than 4 kilometers away to be packaged for distribution and sale at retailers in North America. The salt is also sold in bulk to manufacturers that make plastics detergents disinfectants and other important products. Goderichis named Canadas Prettiest Town and is best known for its stunning sunsets. Goderich is a lakeside community of 8000 people located approximately 1.5 hours from London and Kitchener-Waterloo Ontario.

How will you contribute to the team

This position works directly with the Environmental Health and Safety Manager to provide administrative support across scheduling recordkeeping document management and general coordination. The role requires independent judgement to plan and prioritize daily tasks. Strong time management attention to detail and the ability to multi-task and collaborate across teams are key to success.

• Provide administrative support for the implementation and maintenance of EHS programs policies and procedures in accordance with company standards and legal requirements.
• Create organize and maintain the EHS filing system including training records and documentation.
• Coordinate training for employees contractors and visitors in collaboration with the EHS Training Supervisor. This includes scheduling sessions and granting access to online orientations.
• Participate in the Joint Occupational Health and Safety Committee (JHSC). Record meeting minutes prepare and distribute agendas and update action logs.

• Maintain and update various EHS databases and logs to support the Environmental Health and Safety Management System. Accuracy is critical especially for tracking KPI reports to site and corporate leadership. The systems include Atlas Ignition EHS incident reporting log Ministry of Labour Inspections environmental logs and risk assessments.
• Generate EHS reports as required by the EHS Manager such as HCR reports corrective actions and incident logs.
• Communicate with government representatives (e.g. Ministry of Labour Inspectors) as directed. Maintain the communication logs and track all related correspondence.
• Monitor corrective actions assigned by the EHS Manager including those related to Ministry of Labour Inspections or Orders.
• Enter and manage timecard data in UKG for Mine Rescue activities JHSC members and others as needed.
• Order supplies and materials on behalf of the EHS Manager EHS Superintendent or an EHS Supervisor.
• Support the Document Controller in distributing updated documents as needed.
• Assemble and distribute updated Emergency Response Packages on a quarterly basis or as required.
• Act as a liaison between Compass Minerals and external organizations such as Community Living.
• Collect and enter energy and waste consumption data into GreenDiamond for corporate ERG reporting.
• Collect and file Zero Harm Cards update the Hazard/Concern log and communicate issues to the EHS Manager.
• Support the EHS Manager with budget management and team planning activities such as tracking departmental expenses assisting with budget preparation and coordinating team schedules and resources.

W hat should you bring to the role

• Post-secondary education in Occupational Health and Safety Environmental Health or a related field is an asset.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in an EHS support or administrative role preferably in a mining or heavy industrial setting.
• Familiarity with relevant legislation such as OHSA mining regulations local environmental regulations.
• Excellent computer skills with fluency in Microsoft 365 tools (Word Excel Outlook PowerPoint Teams and SharePoint) and the ability to quickly learn new digital tools and databases. Experience with EHS management systems is an asset.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong organizational skills and ability to multi-task and be flexible to changing priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Strong time management skills and attention to detail
• Proactive solution-driven and self-sufficient with the ability to anticipate needs take initiative and resolve routine issues independently
• Ability to work independently and as part of a cross-functional team

What will you like about us

• C ompensation and Benefits : We offer a competitive compensation package along with medical dental vision disability employee assistance program tuition reimbursement and much more.
• Rest and Relaxation: Paid vacation paid sick and personal floating days.
• Prepare for your Future: Defined Contribution Pension Plan with company contribution.
• Shared Core Values : Our employees share five Core Values in all we do: Integrity Respect Collaboration Value Creation and High Performance.
• Safety : We are committed to creating a safe and inclusive work environment as we strive toward Zero Harm for our employees customers and communities.
• Meaningful Work : What sets us apart is the work we do impacts daily lives and every employee contributes. We responsibly transform Earths natural resources to deliver products that help keep people safe feed the world and enrich lives.
• Growth and Development: Our development programs help our employees meet their personal growth goals and are a key driver in our companys growth.

W hat is the work schedule

• This is a Monday-Friday position working 8-hour day shift.
• This position is expected to work underground.
• If you do not live nearby you will be required to relocate (mention relocation agreement if applicable to position).

ABOUT THE POSITION

• Vacancy Status :This posting is for an existing vacancy.
• Starting Salary: $58000 $65000 per year (based on experience skills qualifications).
• AI Disclosure :The Company may use technology tools to assist with aspects of the recruiting process. Hiring decisions are made by human reviewers.

Compass Minerals Canada Corp. is an equal opportunity employer committed to inclusive barrier-free recruitment and selection processes and work environment. We will accommodate the needs of applicants under the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) throughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process. Please advise the Human Resources Department to ensure your accessibility needs are accommodated throughout this process. Information received relating to accommodation measures will be addressed confidentially. To request reasonable accommodations email .

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