Senior EHS Specialist - Vaughan ON

Combined Metal Industries • Toronto, ON

4d • Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking an experienced, hands-on EHS professional to support leadership and employees on all health, safety, and environmental matters. The EHS Specialist will help drive a strong safety culture, support system compliance, and maintain clean, organized, safe work environments across multiple locations.

Requirements

• Post-secondary education in Occupational Health & Safety or related discipline
• 5 - 7 years of EHS experience, preferably in manufacturing or industrial environment
• Strong knowledge of OHSA, CSA standards, and legislative requirements
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to interact with all levels
• Strong computer skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access)
• Customer-service mindset with sound judgment and professionalism
• Ability to manage competing priorities with urgency and accuracy
• Strong leadership, decision-making, and problem-solving abilities
• Experience selecting/sourcing PPE and coordinating vendor relationships
• Ability to review and approve new materials and equipment from an EHS perspective
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and proactive
• Desire to learn, grow, and contribute to a culture of continuous improvement

Nice To Haves

• ISO auditing experience considered an asset
• Experience with EHS system management software (asset)

Responsibilities

• Implement and reinforce safe working practices aligned with company policies and legislative requirements
• Provide daily guidance and support on EHS programs
• Build strong relationships, communicate effectively, and collaborate as a key team member
• Coach employees and leaders to promote safe behaviors and achieve zero incidents
• Support incident reporting, investigations, and ensure corrective actions are completed on time
• Review incidents for root cause and prevention opportunities
• Assist with new hire and returning employee orientation
• Contribute to the development, maintenance, and updating of the EHS Management System and documentation
• Develop and deliver safety and environmental training for all employees
• Participate in and support JHSC meetings
• Conduct audits and provide recommendations to ensure policies and procedures are effectively implemented
• Assist with WSIB claim management and modified duties coordination
• Ensure timely development and submission of required reports and regulatory documentation
• Maintain an accurate training matrix and monthly training schedule
• Monitor legislative changes and provide recommendations to leadership
• Review EHS KPIs and identify improvement opportunities
• Lead and create content for site-level and company-wide EHS meetings

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Comprehensive benefits
• Performance-based salary increases
• A supportive, inclusive environment with growth opportunities
• Approachable and progressive leadership focused on continuous improvement
• A workplace committed to safety, environmental responsibility, and sustainability

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees