Regional Eh&S Specialist

At Richardson International, being truly invested is at the heart of everything we do. For over 165 years, Richardson has been dedicated to Canadian agriculture. Recognized as a global leader in agriculture and food processing, Richardson is one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies with over 4,000 employees across Canada, the U.S., the U.K., and Europe. At Richardson, we are committed to enhancing our facilities and services and investing in our people and our communities.
We currently have the opportunity for a
Regional EH&S Specialist
to join our team in our
Winnipeg
office. The Regional EH&S Specialist provides environmental, health and safety advice and support to facility leadership across the assigned region, helping ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and corporate standards. This role develops, implements and continuously improves EH&S programs, systems and processes that promote a safe, healthy and environmentally responsible workplace
Responsibilities
Advise and support facility leadership teams on environmental, health and safety requirements, priorities and best practices
Lead EH&S compliance efforts by interpreting regulations, monitoring legislative changes and partnering with regulatory and industry agencies
Evaluate, develop and continuously improve EH&S programs, policies, procedures and site-specific standards
Identify training needs, develop and deliver EH&S training programs to employees and leaders across multiple locations
Conduct incident investigations, audits and inspections;
identify risks and drive effective corrective and preventive actions
Support emergency preparedness, response planning and business continuity initiatives to protect people, operations and the environment
Qualifications
Diploma or Certificate in Occupational Health & Safety is strongly recommended
1-2 years’ experience in an occupational, environmental, health or safety discipline
Strong working knowledge of applicable workplace, health and safety regulations with the ability to review and interpret legislations
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize and meet deadlines
CRSP, CRST or CSP designation, or the ability to obtain it is considered an asset
Ability to travel within Canada
Richardson International provides an excellent compensation package consisting of
competitive salary
pension
a flexible benefits plan
training and career development opportunities
Richardson International values diversity in the workplace. Women, Indigenous Peoples, Visible Minorities, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply and self-identify.
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