EHS Program Coordinator - Jobs in Lakeside, NS

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Reports ToNational Manager, EHS Projects, Program & AnalyticsLocationSysco Canada (remote)TypeSalaried, PermanentClosing DateJuly 1, 2022Company OverviewSysco connects the world to share food and care for one another. Sysco leads from the heart of food and service to deliver the freshest of foods and ideas to restaurants, healthcare and educational facilities, lodging establishments and other customers who prepare meals away from home. Our customers can count on us to deliver on-point products and solutions since only Sysco is the global leader, sitting at the heart of innovation supply, delivery, culinary and more.With over 57,000 associates and a fleet of over 13,000 vehicles, Sysco operates approximately 326 distribution facilities worldwide and serves more than 625,000 customer locations. For fiscal 2021 that ended July 3, 2021, the company generated sales of more than $51 billion.Sysco, one of Canada’s Best Employers 2022, as listed by Forbes, is dedicated to our global corporate social responsibility goals and to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We offer our associates the opportunity to grow personally and professionally, to contribute to the success of a dynamic organization, and to serve others in a manner that exceeds their expectations.Sysco is more than just a place to work. Our passion for food and our customers has made us the industry leader. To remain on top, we will continue to think bigger, work harder and never give up. Are you ready to drive successFor more information, visit www.sysco.ca or follow us @SyscoCanada at facebook.com/SyscoCanada; twitter.com/SyscoCanada or instagram.com/SyscoCanadaFor a full list of opportunities, visit www.sysco.ca/careersRole:This role will be responsible for supporting Sysco Canada’s Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) programs, coordinating the Transportation Safety program to ensure compliance with relevant provincial and federal regulations and analyzing and coordinating various EHS administrative functions to achieve EHS objectives. The position will report into the National Manager, EHS Projects, Programs & Analytics, while also focusing on directly supporting Regional EHS Directors in EHS programsRole Responsibilities:

• Coordinating Transportation Safety program

• Support National and Regional EHS teams in the implementation, maintenance, and continual improvement of Sysco Canada’s Transportation Safety Program to ensure efficiency and effectiveness.
• Coordination of Transportation Safety Program requirements to ensure compliance with various legislation
• Working with transportation managers and supervisors on the collection and organization of driver qualification files
• Cross reference and centrally organize equipment safety certifications
• Record and organize maintenance records for trailers and tractors
• Producing reporting on various program components
• Coordinate with the sites to ensure compliance to federal and provincial standards are kept up to date

• EHS Support

• Organize and support the creation implementation and updating of EHS policies, procedures and programs including document creation and training implementation
• Administration and maintenance of training documents including updating training matrices
• Updating and maintaining EHS Contractor registry
• Safety Data Sheets inventory reconciliation with products in the warehouse
• Filing or entering inspections and other data entry into EHS online tools
• Assisting with creation of corrective action plans for non-compliances
• Following up with onsite teams on corrective action closure
• Perform data collection, analysis and reporting to Manager for decision making purposes.
• Tracking and analyzing cost (IWH tools)
• Draft, edit and prepare EHS team correspondence, reports and other material using word processing, spreadsheets and/or databases

• Collaboration other functions

• Coordinating with Human Resources Recruiters and 3rd party clinics to manage testing for new hires (POET)
• Coordinate with Regional EHS teams and supervisors to ensure WCB cases are properly managed utilizing 3rd party vendor.
• Working with Facilities Management on the collection and organization of key documents from sub-contractors
• Create and enter subcontractor files into EHS online tools and report to Facilities Management team on valid contractors
• Keep subcontractor files current

• Responsible for compliance with all Policies and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) comprising Sysco’s Food Safety Program, specific for the assigned role.
• Assist Food Safety Program Manager in ensuring compliance to Sysco’s Food Safety Program that leads to compliance with third party certification and customer requirements.
• Is willing to work safely with minimal environmental impact and understands the importance of reporting all hazards, incidents, and environmental spills immediately to their Supervisor.
• Understands that they play an integral role in their own safety and that of their colleagues and is willing to speak out when hazards are present.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications/Skills/Job Requirements:

• 3+ years of administration experience in the areas of analytics, supply chain, transportation, risk management, health and safety, or related field
• High School diploma is required
• Post-secondary education with major course work in EHS, risk management / safety / industrial / quality / environmental engineering / transportation / fleet safety or a closely related field is an asset
• Fluency in French and English is an asset
• Knowledge of federal, provincial, and municipal EHS and WCB requirements and industry standards/best practices (i.e. acts, regulations, codes, standards, and case law) is an asset
• Ability to support a strong safety philosophy and support programs designed to effectively change behavior and prevent injury using data- and research-driven methods
• Intermediate to Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook
• Ability to learn software and systems quickly
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; ability to interact effectively with management, employees, and customers and experience collaborating with unions
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to handle multiple priorities at once.
• Understanding of, sensitivity to, and respect for diversity in a work environment including socio-economic, ethnic, religious, and cultural backgrounds as well as sexual orientations and disabilities
• Valid driver’s license with access to a vehicle may be required some travel up to 10%

Internal candidates apply via the Career Centre on your HR Portal / ADP Workforce Now.External candidates submit cover letter & resume via www.sysco.ca/careersOur PurposeConnecting the world to share food and care for one anotherOur MissionDelivering success for our customers through industry-leading people, products, and solutionsOur IdentityTogether we define our future of foodservice and supply chainSysco is committed to Employment Equity. Accommodations during the recruitment process are available upon request for candidates with disabilities.Here’s a sample of the many benefits Sysco associates enjoy:Comprehensive Flexible Benefits including Health and Dental, Health Care Spending and Wellness Accounts • Short-Term and Long-Term Disability • Life Insurance • Company Pension Plan • Group RRSP • Employee and Family Assistance • Stock Purchase Plan • Unlimited on-line learning • Sysco product discounts • Preferred vendor discounts • Associate Resource Groups (*benefits may vary based on location or bargaining unit)Quick Apply

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