EH&S Advisor

The EH&S Advisor will be committed to developing a healthy and safe work environment for all our team members through hands-on field-based collaboration with front-line supervisors and employees. With the support of a national team you will be relied upon to bring support and guidance in the health and safety field allowing you to advise on various unique obstacles that we face on a day-to-day basis. Working closely with our operational team the Safety Advisor will ensure that safety is at the top of the mind for all team members and at the forefront of all daily activities. Frequent travel (70%) will be required.

Key Responsibilities:
Supports the day-to-day administration activities of GFL operations on all EHS matters
Formulates improvement to EHS program
Ensures compliance to the Occupational Health & Safety Act & Construction & Industrial Regulations and other pertinent legislation
Ensures compliance for all customer programs such as ISN Networld Avetta and Contractor Check
Manages and supports all EHS programs; COR ISO 450001 SEMS-Enablon the GFL LMS Subcontractor Management and Return to Work
Manages & supports training & development programs
Conduct Onboarding/Orientations for new hires
Streamlining communication within EHS & Operations
Assist EHS Manager and Director in company pursuits with marketing strategies prequalifications bids and proposals related to health & safety
Interface with the public through projects imbedded within the community Regulatory officials Safe Work Associations & Suppliers/Vendors
Attend client/project meetings where required
Prepare reports and project updates as it relates to the EHS performance
Other duties as prescribed by the Senior Manager

Knowledge Skills Abilities and Competencies:
3-5 years of experience within a similar on-site Environmental Health & Safety role with previous experience within Waste Management Transportation or Construction industry preferred
Degree Diploma or Professional Certification in H&S or related field of study preferred
A team player that accepts and can manage change regularly
Train the trainer in some of the required field level training (Fire Extinguisher Confined Space etc.)
Time management skills

• Vehicle and valid license required
• 75% travel required

We thank you for your interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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Please note that GFL does not provide visa sponsorshipfor this position. Valid work authorization in the country where the job is located is candidates will be required to provide valid documentation confirming their eligibility to work in the country where the job is located prior to their start date.

This hiring process may utilize machine-based systems to assist in screening and assessing applicants. Final selection decisions are made by our recruitment team.