Environmental Health Safety - Vancouver, Canada - Westport Fuel Systems

Westport Fuel Systems

Verified Company

Vancouver, Canada

1 week ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

This position is responsible for the ongoing development, maintenance and management of the Health, Safety, Environmental Management and Quality Management function at the Vancouver site of Westport Fuel Systems.

This role will also partner with both management and employees in the implementation and monitoring of all HSE programs with respect to BC legislation requirements.

Position Responsibilities

Health and Safety:_
Promote and maintain the focus on a positive and proactive health and safety culture while maintaining compliance with legal requirements
Execute and maintain programs, policies and procedures related to training, prevention, reporting and enforcement programs
Support supervisors to inform workers of potential dangers in the workplace; assess risks, advise on precautionary measures and implement controls in consultation with management
Schedule, conduct and coordinate training including (but not limited to); transportation of dangerous goods, WHMIS, flammable gases, hoisting and rigging, forklift training, fall arrest, hazard recognition and other health and safety and/or environmentalrelated
Investigate all incidents, perform root cause analyses, recommend and aid in the implementation of corrective actions and manage safety issue reporting
Manage emergency response systems; run emergency drills and conduct fire and other safety inspections
Manage Workers' Compensation claims and return to duty programs
Manage relationships with contractors, suppliers and all operational teams to communicate the safety performance expectations on site
Select and supply appropriate PPE to supervisors and workers
Provide new hire orientation to employees
Participation in the Joint health and Safety Committee (JHSC)
Report against Health & Safety objectives and drive continuous improvements
Environmental Management Systems:_
Maintain and verify compliance to environmental legal requirements
Manage environmental site issue reporting, investigation, and corrective actions
Manage ISO14001:2015 auditing and certification
Report against Environmental Management System objectives and drive continuous improvements
Quality Management Systems:_
ISO9001:2015 auditing & compliance
RSL IATF16949 section 8.3 compliance

Position Requirements

35 years' experience in Health, Safety, Environmental Management and Quality System Management roles
Postsecondary diploma or university degree in a recognized Occupational Health and Safety program or an equivalent combination of experience and training
Experience implementing and auditing ISO14001:2015 and ISO9001:2015. Familiarity with other management systems is beneficial (IATF 16949:2016, COR, ISO 45001/OHSAS 18000)
Knowledge and competency in WorkSafe BC Regulations
Canadian Registered Safety Professional designation or working towards meeting eligibility requirements preferred
Experience with engineering/manufacturing/construction sectors with:
Flammable gases
High pressure gas and liquids
Pressure vessels
Cryogenic fluids
Ability to establish credibility and engage, motivate and positively influence cultural and behavioural change in the workplace regarding safety
Experience in leading incident investigations, performing root cause analyses and preparing formal reports of findings and recommendations
Excellent communication, presentation, and negotiation skills
Good problem solver with the ability to identify alternative solutions
Quantitative analysis and interpretation skills
Proficiency with MS Office suite
Valid Occupational First Aid Level 2 or willingness to attain certification

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