HSE Specialist

IKO Industries Ltd. is a market leader in the manufacturing of roofing and building materials. IKO is a Canadian owned and operated business with production facilities worldwide and has many years of unparalleled success in the roofing materials industry. Quality, integrity, and trustworthiness are the values that underlie this success, and we have built this company by hiring people who hold these values. People like you!
 

Job Description

JOB SUMMARY

As a Health, Safety & Environmental Specialist,, you will play a critical role in creating, implementing, and continuously improving health and safety programs within our manufacturing plant. Reporting directly to the Plant Manager and functionally to the Director of Health, Safety & Environment, you will be responsible for ensuring a safe and compliant work environment. This position is highly visible, requiring an on-the-floor presence.

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?

• Competitive salary

• Competitive health, dental and insurance plans

• Competitive matched retirement savings program

• The opportunity to join a continuously growing organization with focus on Diversity and Inclusion

• The opportunity to work with an industry leader in manufacturing.

WHEN YOU JOIN US, YOU WILL:

• Apply the hierarchy of controls to eliminate hazards and reduce risks throughout the facility

• Implement and advise on hazard control programs for the plant.

• Proactively apply internal and external safety standards to reduce hazards.​

Ensure compliance with environmental regulations and promote sustainable practices within the plant.

• Stay informed about legislative changes and recommend necessary actions.

​• Serve as a local subject matter expert, supporting the development and review of Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs) and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).

• Conduct safety evaluations, self-audits, and run site safety committees.

• Lead instructor-led training for EHS courses.

• Maintain positive relationships with regulatory agencies and industry organizations.

• Provide hands-on guidance to managers and supervisors regarding incident reporting and investigations to ensure company standards and processes are met.

• Review incidents, complete root cause analyses, and drive corrective actions.

• Maintain training records and facilitate safety training sessions.

• Implement written EHS programs aligned with jurisdictional requirements.

• Ensure monthly safety and environmental inspections are completed and recommend improvements.

• Provide internal support for workers’ compensation cases. Facility safety contact for work comp claims questions, interfaces with insurance adjusters, medical professionals, and injured workers

• Manage the plant’s budget for health and safety spending

• Facilitate new hire safety training during onboarding

OUR IDEAL CANDIDATE:

• Bachelor’s degree in occupational health and safety from an accredited university or college.

• Minimum of three years of health, safety, and environmental (HSE) experience in manufacturing or construction.

• Excellent organizational and analytical skills to establish priorities and work effectively in a team.

• Strong communication (written, verbal, presentation) and interpersonal skills.

• Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and SharePoint.

• Technical writing skills for creating documents aimed at an adult learning audience.

• Commitment to health, safety, and the environment.

• Familiarity with safety and environmental legislation

Benefits of Employment: IKO recognizes that its success is due to the strength of its employees. A primary goal of IKO is to promote individual employee's sense of accomplishment and contribution so that employees enjoy their association with IKO. The Company invests in its employees so that they are the most knowledgeable in the industry, and undertakes great efforts to nurture loyalty to, and teamwork at, IKO. We are pleased to offer competitive compensation, health care, a progressive and challenging workplace and a commitment to teamwork and integrity.
 

Diversity and Equal Opportunity Employment: IKO Industries Ltd. is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to diversity and inclusion and are pleased to consider all qualified applicants for employment without consideration to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status or disability. IKO Industries Ltd. encourages and welcomes applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.