HSE Specialist at RPS North America

Hawkesbury, Ontario, Canada

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Mid-level (3 to 4 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

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Manufacturing, Roofing, Building MaterialsIndustries

Requirements

Minimum of a BA/BS degree in occupational safety, science, engineering or related discipline
5 years prior experience in a manufacturing setting working in a Health & Safety Role
Bilingual in French and English is a strong asset
Professional EHS certification desired
Proven Leadership skills in a manufacturing environment
A team player who can lead by example and influence
Excellent organizational and analytical skills to establish priorities and work effectively in a team
Strong communication (written, verbal, presentation) and interpersonal skills

Responsibilities

Actively coaches staff/supervisors/hourly in leadership behaviors to improve communication, safety behaviors and activities on the shop floor to improve and attain a goal of zero incidents
Anticipate, identify and evaluate hazardous conditions and practices. Applies and uses hierarchy of controls to eliminate hazards and reduce risks in the facility or site
Implements, administers and advises others on hazard control programs for their respective Plant(s). Plant lead for the proactive application of internal and external standards in support of hazard reduction and compliance
Monitor legislative changes and make recommendations based on their potential impact to the business
PSM - local subject matter expert, support the development, review/update as needed JHA’s; SOP’s
Performs safety evaluations, site level self-audits, run site safety committee and ergonomics programs
Maintain working relationships with Regulatory Agencies, to include participation in industry specified organization
Provide hands-on guidance to facility managers & supervisors regarding incident reporting/investigation program to ensure company standards and process are met
Review incidents, ensure Root Cause Analysis is completed to prevent reoccurrence and drive corrective actions through health checks
Maintain facility training calendar and ensures training records are maintained per regulatory requirements. Facilitates applicable internal facility safety training using appropriate training materials (hands-on, PowerPoints, props, etc.) as scheduled
Implement written EHS programs and company safety policies aligned with jurisdictional requirements. Administer the local hearing conservation program per regulatory requirements
Provide internal support for workers’ compensation cases. Acts as facility safety contact for work comp claims questions, interfaces with insurance adjusters, medical professionals and injured workers
Manage the plants budgets for health & safety spending
Facilitate new hire safety on-boarding for new employees
Maintain metrics in accordance with company Leadership requirements

Skills

HSE Programs

Hazard Identification

Risk Assessment

Hierarchy of Controls

Safety Compliance

Safety Coaching

Legislative Monitoring

Incident Prevention

RPS North America

Global consulting firm for diverse sectors

About RPS North America

RPS North America provides consulting and advisory services across various sectors, including property, energy, transport, defense, government services, and water resources. The company helps clients, which range from large corporations to non-profits, navigate complex challenges and achieve regulatory compliance through a wide array of services. These services include management consulting, environmental consulting, project management, and digital solutions, among others. RPS North America stands out from its competitors by leveraging its deep expertise and global presence to deliver tailored solutions that meet specific client needs. The company's goal is to drive sustainable growth and address critical issues such as infrastructure development and risk management, ensuring a consistent demand for its high-value services.

Delft, NetherlandsHeadquarters

1970Year Founded

$31.5KTotal Funding

ACQUISITIONCompany Stage

Consulting, Energy, Enterprise SoftwareIndustries

5,001-10,000Employees