Environment, Health & Safety Specialist

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• Coordinates, develops and implements safety policies and procedures in compliance with local, provincial (WCB), and federal rules and regulations.
• Maintains and create HSE Management System documents including but not limited to policies and procedures, work instructions, training plans and information postings specific the Richmond Plant.
• Plans and implements programs to train managers and employees in work site safety practices, fire prevention and emergency protocols, fall protection, rigging, and correct handling techniques for chemicals, toxins, equipment, and other materials.
• Prepares studies and analyses of industrial accident causes and hazards to health for use by company personnel and outside agencies.
• Regularly inspects organization facilities to detect existing or potential accident, safety and health hazards, determines corrective or preventative measures where indicated, and follows up to ensure measures have been implemented.
• Leads the investigation of accidents and injuries and cooperates in the preparation of material and evidence for organization use in hearings, lawsuits, and insurance investigations.
• Compiles and submits accident reports required by regulatory agencies and prepares quarterly safety statistics to GEA headquarters.
• Oversees the administration of workers’ compensation program, including working with the insurance carrier to reduce employee lost time.
• Develops and implements risk assessments, standard operating procedures, health and safety policies/guidelines
• Assures regular and timely information transfer to all parties involved. Document record of comprehension (i.e. quizzes, tests, attendance)
• Oversees the administration and follow-up of the Injury Management / Return to Work program
• Maintains Certificate of Recognition (COR) and executes/organizes renewal audits as necessary (BCCSA)
• Coordinate and conduct safety orientation for all the new hires, contractors, visitors as required.
• Prepare safety talks and training materials for shift start meetings, employee meetings and maintain records.
• Organize and participate in internal audits, inspections, fire drills and evaluate effectiveness.
• Ensure the health and safety of all workers under the direct supervision
• Coordinates and participates in Joint Occupational Health and Safety Committee Meetings, record and maintain minutes, action items and other related documents.
• Maintains Environment, Health and Safety files and records.
• Prepare monthly reports/weekly reports on HSE system status, first aids, near misses, lost time, accident/incidents and JHSC activities.

• Bachelor’s degree specialized in Health & Safety or equivalent combination of working experience.
• 2-3 years of related work experience, preferably in a unionized manufacturing environment.
• Open communication style and ability to communicate with all levels in the organization including employees with limited English skills.
• Familiar with the federal and BC regulations (Worksafe BC)
• Strong computer skills and familiar with MS Office.
• Strong relationship building and management skills.
• Solid communication skills, experience in training teams, giving presentations and writing reports.
• CRSP or/and CSP designation would be an asset.
• First Aid Level 2 certificate preferred.