Gordon Food Service - Canada
Health, Safety, Environmental Manager
Gordon Food Service - Canada, Taunton, Massachusetts, us, 02780
Overview
Health, Safety, Environmental Manager role at Gordon Food Service - Canada. This position is a strategic HSE partner that blends business partnership with hands-on leadership to drive safety and environmental compliance across the division. What You’ll Do
Be a Strategic HSE Partner: Provide guidance and technical expertise to ensure continuous compliance with regulations, including OSHA, EPA, and DOT. Manage HSE risks by conducting risk assessments and job hazard analyses. Create Connections & Build Culture: Lead safety committees and collaborate with leadership and employees to communicate safety initiatives. Design and implement safety training programs for employees and management. Drive Compliance & Growth: Manage all aspects of environmental compliance, including permits and regulatory reporting. Interface with regulatory bodies and stay informed about changes in regulations. Drive Analytics & Results: Oversee incident reporting and investigations, ensure thorough documentation and timely corrective actions. Analyze data to identify trends and make data-driven recommendations for process improvements. What You’ll Bring
Bachelor's Degree in Occupational/Environmental Health & Safety or a related field. Minimum of eight years of direct experience with standard HSE concepts and practices. Extensive OSHA/EPA/DOT knowledge (required). 30-hour OSHA training (required). First Aid / AED / CPR Certification (required). Process Safety Management and Arc Flash Certification (required). CSP or other HSE certifications (preferred). Excellent interpersonal, collaboration, and problem-solving skills. A people-first mindset and a passion for creating a workplace where employees are safe and can thrive. Position Summary
Performs professional-level health, safety, and environmental duties in the following functional areas: risk analysis, compliance management, incident investigation, training, policy implementation, and regulatory reporting. Works closely with division leaders to provide services for a designated geographic region and shared services. Essential Functions
Serve as the liaison/HSE business partner between various teams and the division. Understand the business. Support the division by providing guidance and technical expertise to ensure continuous compliance with all relevant regulations, including OSHA, EPA, and DOT. Oversee or participate in various events including training, wellness, orientation, and other division HR events. Educate leadership on safety best practices, provide data-driven insights on safety metrics, and coach employees and managers on safety, practice, or policy issues. Respond to and investigate complaints. Promote and educate on Gordon Food Service safety initiatives. Facilitate training and monitor required safety training and development for completion. Manage all aspects of environmental compliance, including permits and regulatory reporting. Interface with regulatory bodies and stay informed about changes in regulations. Develop and implement HSE programs tailored to the division's needs. Analyze data to identify trends and managerial root causes, making data-driven recommendations for process improvements. This position works with limited supervision and is responsible for instructing and checking the work of others. Knowledge / Skills / Abilities
Excellent communication, presentation skills, and problem-solving skills. Thorough understanding of GFS culture, policies, and employment-related laws and regulations. Knowledge of current trends and developments in the field. Ability to develop solutions to a variety of problems of moderate scope and complexity. Refers to policies and practices for guidance. Knowledge of spreadsheet, word processing, presentation, email, and HRIS software applications. Knowledge of general office equipment. Education & Experience Requirements
Bachelor's Degree in Occupational/Environmental Health & Safety or a related field (required). Advanced degree (preferred). Minimum of eight years of direct experience with standard HSE concepts and practices. Extensive OSHA/EPA/DOT knowledge (required). 30-hour OSHA training (required). Valid, unrestricted State Driver's License (required). First Aid / AED / CPR Certification (required). Process Safety Management and Arc Flash Certification (required). CSP or other HSE certifications (preferred). Smith System Certification (preferred). Equal Employment Opportunity is a matter of policy at Gordon Food Service, Inc. and we are committed to a work environment in which all individuals are treated with respect and dignity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with disability. If you require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process due to a disability, please submit your request to talent@gfs.com and use the words “Accommodation Request” in your subject line. Gordon Food Service locations are tobacco-free. Gordon Food Service is a drug-free workplace and conducts pre-employment drug tests.
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Health, Safety, Environmental Manager role at Gordon Food Service - Canada. This position is a strategic HSE partner that blends business partnership with hands-on leadership to drive safety and environmental compliance across the division. What You’ll Do
Be a Strategic HSE Partner: Provide guidance and technical expertise to ensure continuous compliance with regulations, including OSHA, EPA, and DOT. Manage HSE risks by conducting risk assessments and job hazard analyses. Create Connections & Build Culture: Lead safety committees and collaborate with leadership and employees to communicate safety initiatives. Design and implement safety training programs for employees and management. Drive Compliance & Growth: Manage all aspects of environmental compliance, including permits and regulatory reporting. Interface with regulatory bodies and stay informed about changes in regulations. Drive Analytics & Results: Oversee incident reporting and investigations, ensure thorough documentation and timely corrective actions. Analyze data to identify trends and make data-driven recommendations for process improvements. What You’ll Bring
Bachelor's Degree in Occupational/Environmental Health & Safety or a related field. Minimum of eight years of direct experience with standard HSE concepts and practices. Extensive OSHA/EPA/DOT knowledge (required). 30-hour OSHA training (required). First Aid / AED / CPR Certification (required). Process Safety Management and Arc Flash Certification (required). CSP or other HSE certifications (preferred). Excellent interpersonal, collaboration, and problem-solving skills. A people-first mindset and a passion for creating a workplace where employees are safe and can thrive. Position Summary
Performs professional-level health, safety, and environmental duties in the following functional areas: risk analysis, compliance management, incident investigation, training, policy implementation, and regulatory reporting. Works closely with division leaders to provide services for a designated geographic region and shared services. Essential Functions
Serve as the liaison/HSE business partner between various teams and the division. Understand the business. Support the division by providing guidance and technical expertise to ensure continuous compliance with all relevant regulations, including OSHA, EPA, and DOT. Oversee or participate in various events including training, wellness, orientation, and other division HR events. Educate leadership on safety best practices, provide data-driven insights on safety metrics, and coach employees and managers on safety, practice, or policy issues. Respond to and investigate complaints. Promote and educate on Gordon Food Service safety initiatives. Facilitate training and monitor required safety training and development for completion. Manage all aspects of environmental compliance, including permits and regulatory reporting. Interface with regulatory bodies and stay informed about changes in regulations. Develop and implement HSE programs tailored to the division's needs. Analyze data to identify trends and managerial root causes, making data-driven recommendations for process improvements. This position works with limited supervision and is responsible for instructing and checking the work of others. Knowledge / Skills / Abilities
Excellent communication, presentation skills, and problem-solving skills. Thorough understanding of GFS culture, policies, and employment-related laws and regulations. Knowledge of current trends and developments in the field. Ability to develop solutions to a variety of problems of moderate scope and complexity. Refers to policies and practices for guidance. Knowledge of spreadsheet, word processing, presentation, email, and HRIS software applications. Knowledge of general office equipment. Education & Experience Requirements
Bachelor's Degree in Occupational/Environmental Health & Safety or a related field (required). Advanced degree (preferred). Minimum of eight years of direct experience with standard HSE concepts and practices. Extensive OSHA/EPA/DOT knowledge (required). 30-hour OSHA training (required). Valid, unrestricted State Driver's License (required). First Aid / AED / CPR Certification (required). Process Safety Management and Arc Flash Certification (required). CSP or other HSE certifications (preferred). Smith System Certification (preferred). Equal Employment Opportunity is a matter of policy at Gordon Food Service, Inc. and we are committed to a work environment in which all individuals are treated with respect and dignity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with disability. If you require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process due to a disability, please submit your request to talent@gfs.com and use the words “Accommodation Request” in your subject line. Gordon Food Service locations are tobacco-free. Gordon Food Service is a drug-free workplace and conducts pre-employment drug tests.
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