Senior Assurance Professional - Jobs in Halifax

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LogisticsJob Title: Senior Assurance ProfessionalBusiness Unit: Emera Safety and EnvironmentLocation: Halifax, NSType of Employment: Regular, Full TimeClosing Date: January 28, 2024Reference Number: 2023-2371The OpportunityWe are looking for a Senior Assurance Professional to join our Safety and Environment team. Reporting to the Director, Environment and Assurance you will join a team of professionals at our Head Office location where we offer you a hybrid work option.Key elements of this role include:

• Execute all elements of the corporate safety and environmental audit program across Emera;
• This will include, but not be limited to, annual audit program planning including the audit scheduling and formation of audit teams, communication with auditees and audit clients, participating in and leading various audits and compliance checks within Emera and its subsidiaries, finalizing audit reports and maintaining systems for audit records.
• Liaising with subsidiaries to support the development, implementation and continual improvement of their assurance initiatives;
• Evaluate the adequacy and effectiveness of internal controls to mitigate risks and assess compliance with corporate and affiliate safety and environmental policiesamp; procedures, standards, programs as well as provincial, federalamp; state laws and applicable safety and environmental regulations;
• Provide recommendations and advice to senior management and assist the Director in preparing the Emera Executive and Board reports;
• Support the maintenance and development of Emera #39;s management systems to enhance performance, fulfill compliance obligations and complete relevant objectives. This will involve leading various continual improvement initiatives; working with Emera affiliates on various aspects of management systems, improving performance; assisting with implementation/maintenance of affiliate management systems; and assisting with the preparation of various company internal and external reports;
• Using detailed knowledge of safety and environmental legislation, various legislative initiatives and industry best practice and determining how these could impact Emera operations and Emera #39;s management systems;
• Collaborate with the Safetyamp; Environment team in the implementation and operation of the Cority Safety and Environment Digital Platform;
• You will be responsible for your personal safety and that of your co-workers by observing all Occupational Healthamp; Safety Rules and Regulations and the requirements of the Emera Safety Program.

These skills will make you successful:To thrive in this role, you recognize yourself in most of the following competencies and skills listed below:

• Bachelor #39;s degree in Science, Occupational Healthamp; Safety, Engineering related discipline(s);
• Minimum of ten (10) years of progressively responsible experience in safety, environment, compliance and/or auditing;
• Strong critical thinking skills, focusing on collaboration and#39;win-win #39; outcomes;
• Strong project management skills and a proven track record to deliver results;
• Excellent interpersonal skills and oral and written communication skills;
• Demonstrated leadership and track record of collaboration with various stakeholders;
• Electricity or Gas utility (or equivalent) operational experience is considered an asset;
• A strong understanding of Quality Management Systems (ISO 45001, ISO 14001) and auditing techniques (e.g., ISO 19011) is considered an asset;
• Other combinations of related education and experience may be considered.

A valid driver #39;s license is required. Travel to Emera locations in Canada, US and the Caribbean will be a necessary part of the successful candidate #39;s work routine. As a result, a passport or an equivalent travel document would be required.We understand that experience comes in many forms, and we #39;re dedicated to adding new perspectives to the team. So, if your experience is close to what we #39;ve listed above, please consider applying.Learn more about our culture and valuesAt the Emera Group of Companies, you #39;ll be part of an inclusive, respectful workplace where everyone is welcomed and supported. Come build a career as unique as you are: making an impact from Atlantic Canada to the world. Your experience and perspective will help us to safely deliver cleaner, more reliable energy to our customers.If working in an innovative environment, challenging yourself, and shaping a cleaner energy future inspires you, we want to hear from you. Apply by January 28, 2024 and let us know why this role is right for you.The perks of joining our team We offer:

• Flexibility: Hybrid work model with 2 flexible remote workdays.
• Healthamp; Wellbeing: A comprehensive benefits plan, 24/7 access to virtual health care services for you and your family through Dialogue, access to a free on-site fitness centre, Employee and Family Assistance Program, parental leave top-up plan and wellness benefits.
• Grow Your Career: Opportunities to advance within and between our affiliate companies, a focus on employee development and available sponsored education programs.
• Community Engagementamp; Care: Corporate investments in the places where our people live and work, mentoring opportunities, fundraising-matchingamp; volunteer programs, various committees and employee resource groups, and scholarships for children of employees.
• Competitive Compensation: Short-term incentive plans and a Defined Contribution Pension Plan.

Diversity, Equityamp; Inclusion at EmeraAs one of Atlantic Canada #39;s largest publicly traded companies, we are ranked one of Canada #39;s Top 100 Employers, Top Employers for Young People and Top Diversity Employers. We know our success is driven by our dedicated teams and we strongly encourage applications from all qualified candidates, including persons who identify as racially visible, Indigenous, persons with disabilities, women in underrepresented roles and members of the 2SLGBTQ+ community.Applicants from these equity groups may self-identify through the online application process. We support candidates and employees with access and accommodation needs and encourage you to let us know when you require accommodation.Recruitmentamp; Promotion PolicyThe success of the Emera Company is driven by its people: a strong team with a shared commitment to support the Emera Company mission and values. The purpose of our recruitment policy is to provide a consistent framework to support fair and equitable attraction, hiring, and retention of the best talent for vacant positions. We are dedicated to maintaining a fair hiring process that provides equitable opportunities to all our applicants and is guided by our company values.