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It’s not just about your career or job title… It’s about who you are and the impact you will make on the world. Because whether it’s for each other or our customers, we put People First. When our people come together, we Expand the Possible and continuously look for ways to improve what we create and how we do it. If you are constantly striving to grow, you’re in good company. We are revolutionizing the way the world moves for future generations, and we want someone who is ready to move with us.

Who will you be working with?

The Environment, Health and Safety Co-ordinator will be based on Wallaceburg, ON and will provide direction and assistance to all employees at Wabtec Foundry as well as two (2) other regional manufacturing facilities to meet and facilitate assigned objectives. You will report directly to the General Manager of Wabtec Foundry.

How will you make a difference?

In this role, you will work within defined parameters to make decisions, apply concepts to issues of moderate complexity and resolve issues through immediate action or short-term planning.

What do we want to know about you?

• High School diploma with at least 4 years of EHS responsibilities;

• Ability to interface effectively with all levels within the company as well as organizations outside Wabtec (regulatory agencies);

• Strong oral and written communication skills;

• Established program management ability;

• Strong analytical skills;

• Six Sigma training and/or Green Belt Certification would be an asset;

• Knowledge of local environmental regulations;

• Maintain a continuous-improvement mindset to identify opportunities to improve overall EHS performance at each facility as well as continuously identifying risk reduction opportunities;

• Able to travel up to 20% from Foundry location to other two manufacturing facilities.

What will your typical day look like?

• Provide EHS technical support for site operations management on various EHS initiatives and projects;

• Ensure compliance with all environmental permitting and reporting requirements at our Foundry operation with support to two (2) other manufacturing locations in the region;

• Ensure compliance with all injury and illness record-keeping requirements;

• Initiate and influence integration of EHS policies and practices;

• Facilitate the implementation of the Wabtec Management System and other procedures to ensure regulatory and business-level compliance while driving ownership with the site operations team(s);

• Develop and maintain general knowledge of applicable regulatory requirements;

• Assist consultants and contractors on related EHS issues and ensure they are certified to conduct work on site;

• Co-ordinate all Industrial Hygiene programs such as air testing requirements, medical surveillance, etc.

• Prepare presentations of best practices, near misses, accidents, etc., to be communicated to other Wabtec facilities and EHS leadership;

• Administer compliance tracking programs and record-keeping systems;

• Facilitate and develop training for factory personnel on Wabtec and Regulatory-required training material

• Work with all members of the local Joint Health & Safety Committee and Site Management on all safety concerns, improvements and changes in EHS policies and procedures;

• Initiate and coordinate improvement activities such as group discussions, kaizens and investigations in order to progress towards completion of open EHS items;

• Manage projects related to EHS as they may require internal resources and/or contractors. This will also involve application and coordination of Capital Expenditure projects.

• Develop an internal audit or inspection program related to EHS to ensure compliance with local regulatory requirements as well as Wabtec internal requirements;

• Perform periodic evaluations to ensure compliance with environmental permits, plans, policies and/or other regulatory requirements.

What about the physical demands of the job?

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, you are regularly required to sit, stand, walk, talk and hear. You will also be using a computer on a daily basis. You will occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 lbs. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and depth perception.

Safety glasses, steel-toed safety shoes and hearing protection must be worn when on the shop floor.

You may also be asked to perform other duties outside of your function or trade, for which adequate training will be provided if necessary.

Wabtec offers a comprehensive benefits plan including vacation, health, dental, and retirement

Relocation assistance may be provided if eligibility requirements are met.

Wabtec will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in Canada for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a background check.

Who are we?

Wabtec Corporation is a leading global provider of equipment, systems, digital solutions, and value-added services for freight and transit rail as well as the mining, marine, and industrial markets. Drawing on nearly four centuries of collective experience across Wabtec, GE Transportation, and Faiveley Transport, the company has grown to become One Wabtec, with unmatched digital expertise, technological innovation, and world-class manufacturing and services, enabling the digital-rail-and-transit ecosystems.

Wabtec is focused on performance that drives progress and unlocks our customers’ potential by delivering innovative and lasting transportation solutions that move and improve the world. We are lifelong learners obsessed with making things better to drive exceptional results. Wabtec has approximately 27K employees in facilities throughout the world. Visit our website to learn more! http://www.WabtecCorp.com

Our Commitment to Embrace Diversity:

Wabtec is a global company that invests not just in our products, but also our people by embracing diversity and inclusion. We care about our relationships with our employees and take pride in celebrating the variety of experiences, expertise, and backgrounds that bring us together. At Wabtec, we aspire to create a place where we all belong and where diversity is welcomed and appreciated.

To fulfill that commitment, we rely on a culture of leadership, diversity, and inclusion. We aim to employ the world’s brightest minds to help us create a limitless source of ideas and opportunities. We have created a space where everyone is given the opportunity to contribute based on their individual experiences and perspectives and recognize that these differences and diverse perspectives make us better.

We believe in hiring talented people of varied backgrounds, experiences, and styles… People like you! Wabtec Corporation is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or expression, or protected Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know.