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CareerMine Job Id: 772437 Job Summary
Title: Environmental Health and Safety Specialist Employer Job Id: -------
Location: Fort McMurray, AB Posted Date: June 22, 2012
Employer: Subscriber - Log In to see Company Name Apply By: August 19, 2012

Environmental Health and Safety Specialist

About the Job
Environmental Health and Safety (EH&S) Specialist – Fort McMurray
Our client, an oilfield service and supply company, is seeking an Environmental Health & Safety Specialist to join their Fort McMurray team on a permanent basis. This safety position is responsible for leading, mentoring, and performing day-to-day Health and Safety Programs and ensures they are properly executed.

Responsibilities Include:
  • Lead, guide and mentor employees on company and industry specific safety policies and procedures
  • Work with Management, Safety Specialist and Client safety reps
  • Monitor compliance with the company Safety Management System, clients’ safety processes as well as provincially legislated safety regulations
  • Conduct safety performance reviews and Safety Management System Attests
  • Perform Safety Orientations or Training
  • Communicate to EHS Manager Non-compliance or inefficiencies in the safe work procedures
  • Coordinate health and safety audits and inspections
  • Develop and over-see safety and emergency response training
  • Develop safe work practices and industrial programs
  • Review “root cause” analysis of reported incidents, such as: near misses, personal injury, JSO, or vehicle accidents
  • Respond to injuries and provide first aid and/or patient packaging to medical center for further evaluation
  • Effectively communicate EHS procedures and policies to all employees and management
  • Review and Audit the EHS program, identify gaps, develop, and implement corrective action
  • Proficient in using advanced MS Office Software features to effectively execute work tasks
  • Required to carry a company-provided cell phone, and be available to respond during working and non-working hours
Qualifications Include:
  • 3-5 years experience
  • College diploma is preferred
  • Working towards certification as a Construction Safety Officer (CSO) or a Canadian Registered Safety Professional (CRSP) designation
  • Experience in mining, construction or field operations, or maintenance
  • Three or more years of proven experience in leading and mentoring
  • Excellent planning, organizational, interpersonal and communication skills
  • Demonstrated computer competency with Microsoft Office applications is an asset
  • Ability to work with a team, focus attention on details, follow work rules and adhere to established work schedules
  • Demonstrate behavior with company Safety, Quality, and Environmental (SQE) Program
  • Capable of adjusting work tasks according to areas that need immediate attention i.e., non-compliance, gaps, and/or audit findings
  • Experience in managing inspection requirements with Emergency Response Equipment
  • Must be able to successfully and simultaneously manage multiple tasks, often under short or changing deadlines, in a diverse and fast paced environment
  • Take after hours phone calls as needed
  • Strong oral and written communication skills
  • Ability to interact with regulatory agencies and peers with self-confidence, poise, and professionalism
  • Must be CPR and First Aid certified, and have knowledge of emergency rescue procedures


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