EHS Leader

Novelis Kingston Manufacturing Facility • Kingston, ON

9d • Onsite

About The Position

Novelis is a global leader in aluminum recycling and rolling, providing sustainable aluminum solutions for aerospace, automotive, beverage packaging, and specialty markets. With headquarters in Atlanta, Georgia, Novelis employs approximately 13,000 people across 32 operating facilities on four continents. The Environmental, Health and Safety (EHS) Leader at the Kingston facility will be responsible for developing and implementing EHS policies, procedures, and programs to ensure the highest standards of safety and environmental protection for employees. This role requires a strong presence on the shop floor, fostering relationships across various departments including Operations, Maintenance, Quality, Reliability, Engineering, Human Resources, Procurement, and Legal. Novelis values diversity and fosters a family-oriented atmosphere that encourages community involvement and supports STEM education initiatives. The company also offers employee mentorship programs to support career growth.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree or Diploma in Safety Engineering, Environmental Science or related field
• Previous leadership experience in an EHS position in a collaborative, industrial, setting.
• Comprehensive knowledge of the Ontario Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA), associated regulations, and industry best practices, with the ability to ensure compliance and drive continuous improvement in workplace safety.
• Previous Joint Health and Safety Committee (JHSC) training (Certification Part I and/or Part II) and experience serving as a JHSC member.
• Extensive knowledge and skill in development, implementation and maintenance of health and safety programs/activities and procedures.
• Experience with EHS Management Systems (ISO 14001 and OHSAS 45001) and EHS auditing.
• Interpersonal skills to build a culture of safety, influence others and be a safety advocate throughout the plant.
• Being an active listen, speaking candidly with others, challenging respectfully and always following up on actions or feedback.
• High degree of proficiency in computer software applications with a detailed approach to policy & procedure documentation.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to work well within all levels of the organization.
• Ability to address large groups for presentations and training.
• Ability to multi-task, quickly adapt to change, and work with minimal direction.
• Ability to interpret regulations and apply the content to operations.
• A continuous improvement approach to building a culture of safety through influence and employee engagement.

Responsibilities

• Be accountable for the site's Environmental, Health and Safety performance, including development and execution of annual EHS objectives, improvement plans, compliance activities, and associated budgets.
• Own the EHS operating budget and capital planning process, ensuring resources are effectively allocated to achieve compliance requirements, risk reduction initiatives, strategic objectives, and continuous improvement activities.
• Partner with site leadership to identify, prioritize, and execute EHS investments, balancing regulatory requirements, business needs, and employee safety.
• Work closely with Site Leadership and team to ensure consistent application of EHS related policies and practices. Communicate incidents or policy changes.
• Lead compliance within our EHS Management System, in addition to regulatory, and Novelis requirements by participating in, and supporting, audits.
• Be present on the shop floor daily, engaging in conversation, collecting feedback, and actively seeking to understand team member perspectives.
• Act as a resource and mentor to all partners at the plant.
• Implement Novelis EHS strategy and other strategic objectives, as directed by head office or by local plant initiatives.
• Prioritize and balance multiple and simultaneous activities to meet demands of the job within allocated timeframes.
• Promote a collaborative EHS culture, acquiring cooperation and involvement from Leaders and team members who have concerns and/or ideas for change.
• Participate in continuous improvement exercises, using the experiences and knowledge of others to build sustainable solutions.
• Work with the Education & Training Pillar to develop EHS training matrix and facilitate training programs.
• Apply our cultural values in all undertakings, with a commitment to personal growth and self-awareness.
• In general, the position acts as an EHS champion, strategic partner and internal consultant.
• Adhere to and support company quality, environmental, health & safety, and certification standards, including ISO 9001:2015, ISO 14001:2015, ISO 45001:2018, IATF 16949:2016, and ASI Certifications, where applicable.

Benefits

• Paid parental Leave
• Adoption Assistance
• Fertility Treatment
• Childcare Discount
• Nursing Mom Support
• Employee Assistance Programs (free resources available 24/7)
• Wellness Programs (incentives for wellness activities, wellness spending account, programs for building healthy habits, virtual physical therapy for joint, back, and pelvic health, health management programs)
• Diabetes Management Program
• Pet insurance
• Identity Theft Protection
• PerkSpot Discount Program
• Tuition assistance and career development programs

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior