Health and Safety (EHS) (FIeld Based)

ERM•Vancouver, BC

3d•CA$129,521 - CA$158,372•Onsite

About The Position

ERM is hiring a Health and Safety (EHS) Director to support our key clients’ advanced exploration program in the Yukon, Canada. The role will operate as a de facto on-site EHS leader, responsible for the implementation, oversight, and continuous improvement of EHS Management System (EHSMS), while driving a positive and proactive safety culture across a remote field camp environment. The successful candidate will bring a strong operational mindset, enabling immediate impact through hands-on leadership, coaching, and system execution. This role is critical to ensuring safe, compliant, and environmentally responsible exploration activities aligned with our commitment to safety, environmental stewardship, and continuous improvement. This is a full-time (40+ hours per week) limited-term with a duration of 3 months, extendable.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Science, Engineering, or related discipline preferred.
15+ years of progressive EHS experience in mining, exploration, construction or heavy industry
Demonstrated experience in remote camp operations and rotational roles considered an asset
Experience implementing or operating within ISO-aligned management systems (e.g., ISO 45001, ISO 14001) considered an asset
Proven ability to lead EHS programs in exploration or project development environments
Strong understanding of Canadian and Yukon EHS regulatory frameworks
Practical experience with risk assessment, hazard identification, and critical control management
Ability to translate management system requirements into field-ready practices
Demonstrated leadership presence and ability to influence at all levels of an organization
Strong communication and coaching skills, particularly in frontline environments
High adaptability and resilience in remote and dynamic operating conditions
Visible safety leadership and role modeling
Operational excellence and risk-based decision-making
Change leadership and system implementation capability
People development, coaching, and team engagement
Integrity, accountability, and cultural awareness

Nice To Haves

Demonstrated experience in remote camp operations and rotational roles
Experience implementing or operating within ISO-aligned management systems (e.g., ISO 45001, ISO 14001)

Responsibilities

Lead the on-site implementation of EHSMS, ensuring alignment with defined structure, roles, and governance expectations.
Translate EHSMS framework elements (risk management, operational control, monitoring, and improvement) into practical site-level execution.
Ensure EHS roles, responsibilities, and accountabilities are clearly communicated and understood across employees and contractors.
Establish and maintain effective site-level governance rhythm (daily/weekly engagement, monthly reviews).
Serve as the senior EHS presence on site, providing real-time guidance, coaching, and leadership to a workforce of ~30–50 personnel.
Support frontline workers and contractors through field engagement, mentoring, and reinforcement of safe work practices.
Promote a culture of visible leadership, psychological safety, and active worker participation in EHS programs.
Support hazard identification, risk assessment, and control verification processes for exploration activities.
Ensure compliance with applicable Yukon regulatory requirements, permits, and contractual obligations.
Maintain awareness of regulatory expectations and ensure controls are implemented and verified in the field.
Oversee identification and management of key EHS risks, including environmental aspects (spill prevention, water stewardship, wildlife interactions).
Ensure proper documentation, recordkeeping, and compliance tracking are maintained.
Provide EHS oversight on of contractors and subcontractors performing work at site.
Support onboarding, orientation, and competency assurance for all personnel.
Ensure consistent application of site procedures, standards, and emergency response requirements.
Monitor leading and lagging EHS performance indicators and communicate trends to leadership.
Lead incident reporting, investigation, root cause analysis, and learning processes.
Facilitate corrective and preventive action tracking and closure.
Contribute to continuous improvement of the EHSMS.
Interface with site leadership, corporate teams, and external stakeholders as required.
Support engagement expectations related to communities and Indigenous Peoples where applicable.
Reinforce values of trust, transparency, and respect in all interactions.