Specialist, Environmental Health & Safety

Reference #33139

Toronto | Don Mills, Ontario

About L3HARRIS WESCAM

As a subsidiary of L3Harris Technologies and within the Communications & Spectrum Dominance (CSD) Segment, the WESCAM division develops the most advanced optical sensor and targeting systems for global defense and military sectors, national security, search & rescue and airborne law enforcement agencies. From long-range covert surveillance missions to search and rescue operations, our MX-series systems, and the mission systems solutions they produce stabilized high-magnification electro-optical and infrared images from airborne, marine and ground based platforms, enabling our customers to see first and act first.

About the Role

L3Harris is seeking an Environmental, Health and Safety (EHS) Specialist for its WESCAM division who will join a global network of EHS professionals within the organization. The successful candidate will be based in Don Mills Ontario, reporting to the Manager of Environmental, Health and Safety.

The EHS Specialist will be responsible for supporting the development, implementation and continuous improvement of Environmental, Health and Safety programs. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring regulatory compliance, driving safety culture, supporting risk reduction initiatives, managing workplace injury claims and maintaining a safe and environmentally responsible workplace.

Primary Responsibilities 

• Supports development and implementation of company and site-specific management system programs, initiatives, and procedures.
• Serves as the immediate site point of contact for external agencies, such as the MOL or MOE.
• Lead in conducting risk assessments, safety inspections and job hazard analysis.
• Develop, review and update lockout/tagout placards and machine guarding assessments.
• Support incident reporting and investigation, including corrective and preventatives actions.
• Serve as the EHS functional lead for Operational Excellence programs and activities.
• Develop and deliver EHS training as required to employees and contractors.
• Participates in review and approval of operations/facilities projects that involve proposed modification of any existing process, equipment or material as well as proposed introduction of any new process, equipment or materials to ensure compliance.
• Supports pollution prevention and sustainability reporting, projects or initiatives.
• Completes all required internal and external reporting requirements accurately and in a timely manner.
• Coordinates emergency preparedness efforts, including drills, spill response, and evacuation planning.
• Leads or assists in managing WSIB workplace injuries and illnesses. Acts as a main point of contact for WSIB claims, liaising with case managers and healthcare providers.
• Develop and oversee early and safe return-to-work plans in collaboration with site leadership and the Manager of Environmental, Health and Safety
• Supports the hazardous materials management system and maintaining SDS databases.
• Work may be performed in multiple site locations and environments to include offices, laboratories, manufacturing areas, and customer/field service location support.
• Flexible to support off-shift or weekend activities and response measures as needed
• Performs related duties or special projects as directed.

Required Capabilities

• Ability to self-manage, work independently, and be results oriented.
• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Proficient computer and technical application skills (technical writing, database and data management).
• Ability to travel between Don Mills and Waterdown as needed.
• Strong teamwork, interpersonal, problem-solving, and analysis skills.
• Exhibits sound judgment and professionalism in all situations.

Desired Education and Experiences 

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field with a minimum of 4 years of prior related experience, or a graduate degree with a minimum of 2 years of prior related experience.
• Solid working knowledge and technical understanding of Environmental Regulations, WSIB Act, CSA Standards, Occupational Health and Safety Act and Regulations.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment is preferred.
• ISO 14001, 45001, COR and AS9100 management system experience preferred.
• WSIB claims management experience.
• Proficient understanding of US OSHA recordkeeping requirements.

*This posting is for a current vacancy.  In the province of Ontario, Canada, the pay range for this position will be $75,000 to $125,000 

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