EHS Specialist

Job Summary

Reporting to the Senior Director, Site Lead, the EHS Specialist will ensure the company is in compliance with all Health and Safety related legislation by reviewing and implementing our safety related policies and procedures. They will be responsible for EHS at two locations, in Bedford, NS and Kanata, ON. This role will be based out of our Bedford, NS location and report in-office for the role.

As the EHS Specialist, your main responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• Daily activities focused on Environmental Protection and Employee Safety
• Ensure compliance to all health and safety related policies and procedures (legislative and company specific).
• Have an active role in Bedford and Kanata Joint Health and Safety Committees, lead monthly meetings and promptly follow upon issues through to resolutions.
• Perform routine site inspections for compliance with health and safety regulations, including hazard analysis, safe work procedures, and ergonomics.
• Perform investigation and the root cause analysis for all safety related accidents and incidents with a primary focus on prevention.
• Ensure operational execution of emergency evacuation plan (including annual evacuation drills).
• Oversee the sites Health and Safety documentation including program design, data collection and posting, and KPI reporting.
• Prepare Safety Data Sheet (SDS), master labels and other documentation as needed
• Track, plan, conduct and/or facilitate training programs for employees to ensure compliance with legislation and ensure required certifications are maintained. 
• Participate in health and safety audits providing input on improvement opportunities and implement corrective actions identified in audits.

What you require to be successful in the role:

• Bachelor’s degree in EHS, science or related field preferred with a minimum of 2 years of experience in a manufacturing environment
• Post-secondary education in a related field or equivalent years of experience.
• Possession of an International Facilities Management Association Certificate is desirable.
• Proven knowledge of legislation related to health and safety
• Proven ability to track and maintain a
• Effective team player with highly developed interpersonal skills and ability to interface well with people of different disciplines and levels.

Benefits of working with DRS Canada

• A motivating team-based environment where your achievements matter
• An opportunity to participate in the design and development of DRS PPI’s next generation of power conversion equipment, using leading edge technology
• Flexible work hours and a compressed work week to promote a healthy work/life balance
• Industry leading wellness program including:
  • Health, dental, and vision coverage available on first day of hire at no cost to the employee with access to virtual healthcare
  • An exceptional mental health benefit
  • Access to Employee and Family Assistance Program
• Competitive compensation including:
  • Reimbursement for professional development initiatives and memberships plus access to free online learning resources
  • Registered Retirement Savings Plan with matching company contributions with access to complimentary financial planning
  • Maternity and Parental leave top-up
  • Vacation, personal days, sick leave, and additional company paid days off