Temporary Safety Coordinator

ERCO Worldwide has operated for over 100 years, focused largely on the production and supply of in-organic products along with technology for the production of chlorine dioxide. Today, ERCO’s major business areas include sodium chlorate, chlor-alkali products, sodium chlorite, and chlorine dioxide technology. The ERCO business serves a number of key customer segments including pulp and paper, food, energy, agriculture, water treatment, airport de-icing, fertilizers and specialty chemicals.

Safety Manager

Employment Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Saskatoon Plant

Travel: 5-10%

ERCO Worldwide’s century-long tradition of excellence has firmly established its reputation for providing reliable, intelligent, and environmentally responsible manufacturing on a global scale. As one of the largest suppliers of Chlorine Dioxide technology in the world, we are devoted to building genuine customer relationships and delivering innovative, sustainable chemical solutions that improve lives and the health of our planet. Grounded in our commitment to sustainability, we serve multiple industries such as pulp & paper, oil & gas, agriculture, food processing, water treatment and more! To be the trusted partner for safe, innovative chemical solutions that improve everyday life and advance sustainability.

We deliver sustainable, innovative chemical solutions driven by a steadfast commitment to safety, exceptional service, and continuous improvement, rooted in a culture of care that fosters lasting value for our people, customers, and the communities we serve.

Safety First - We prioritize safety, protecting our people, customers, communities and the environment.

Performance with Purpose - We achieve results by empowering employees and promoting a culture of continuous improvement, ensuring positive impact and long-term success.

ERCO Worldwide is looking for a Safety Manager to join our Saskatoon Chloralkali manufacturing team! the primary functions are ensuring site OH&S and security practices meet or exceed corporate and regulatory procedures and policies. The Safety Manager is responsible for coordinating and conducting site regulatory training and maintaining regulatory records for safety and security. As a secondary function, this position also supports elements of Responsible Care Safety, Process Safety, and Emergency Response at the Plant; recognizing that many of the related tasks will be the responsibility of other site employees to complete. This position reports directly to the Plant Manager, serving as a member of the site leadership team, the site Occupational Health & Safety Team (OHST), and the ERCO Safety Committee (ESC).

Ensure site compliance to all government regulated requirements

Implementation of company-wide policies and procedures that apply to the site

Development, maintenance, and implementation of site plans, policies, procedures, and support of continuous improvement of these internal standards

Development and implementation of site training programs, and ensure that the site employees, contractors and visitors are trained in these standards as required

Lead all regulatory reporting and documentation requirements both external to government bodies and internal as required

Keeping site leadership team and Toronto head office up-to-date on site issues

Promote good practices throughout the site, and sharing good practices throughout the company

Support Responsible Care Safety, PSM compliance and administration, and Security activities for the Plant. Responsible for the completion of many associated tasks, recognizing that many of the related tasks will be the responsibility of other site employees to complete.

Member of site Joint Health and Safety Committee, active member of the ERCO Safety Committee (ESC), and act as a liaison to the Plant Manager who has the decision-making authority.

Leading incident investigations prepared by site responsible departments by analyzing incidents to identify areas of concern; Liaise with government, community and emergency responders as required.

Ensure that the company wide annual safety plan is integrated with the site safety plan.

Support the ERCO Director, Health & Safety in companywide initiatives.

Recognized CRSP (Canadian Registered Safety Professional) safety designation or education, or currently enrolled in a recognized safety program leading to this safety designation

• 4 year university degree (academic technical) or equivalent OH&S technical training/experience is preferred.
• Minimum 3 years’ experience working in an industrial/manufacturing environment; preference will be given to candidates with such experience in chemical manufacturing.
• Trained and experienced in OH&S management in an industrial setting including incident investigation, workplace inspections, Job Safety Analysis, safety training, auditing etc.
• Excellent understanding and hands on experience with industrial/manufacturing safety practices; i.e.: equipment lock out, confined space, safety inspections, and hazard assessments.
• Able to understand, interpret and communicate in a clear manner applicable site OH&S regulations and develop site procedures and practices for compliance.
• Able to communicate with a credible presence on areas of your responsibility with the government, the community and site employees.
• Analyzes new and recurring issues/problems with plant equipment and plant operations looking for a cost-effective solution to improve overall plant reliability, efficiency, and safety.

Strong health and safety mindset

Drives continuous improvement

Proactive – takes initiative, creative, stays ahead of the curve, enthusiastic, inspirational

We take pride in providing our employees with a competitive compensation package to help promote your wellbeing and that of your family. Company Paid Health and Dental Benefits on Day 1

Health Care/Wellness Spending Account

Annual Short Term Incentive Bonus

Employee and Family Assistance Program

Company Pension Plan

Disability Insurance

Maternity/paternity/parental leave support with top up option

At ERCO we believe in continuous improvement, not just with our processes, but with our employees too! We have an excellent L&D department who create and facilitate training courses for our ERCO University platform on all topics for the development of our people. We also help cover and encourage employees to take courses and attend conferences to further their knowledge and skillsets!

ERCO Worldwide is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to recruiting, developing and maintaining a diverse workforce in compliance with all applicable Human Rights legislation. We will make every reasonable effort to accommodate for disabilities made known to us by our employees and applicants. Get to know us more by visiting our website and LinkedIn page!

Applicants are kindly requested not to call or visit our facilities regarding employment opportunities. All applications must be submitted online or via email. ERCO Worldwide is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to recruiting, developing and maintaining a diverse workforce in compliance with all applicable Human Rights legislation. We will make every reasonable effort to accommodate for disabilities made known to us by our employees and applicants.