Environmental Health and Safety Specialist

Job Description

Located at 3099 Barrington Street in Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada, B3K 5M7, and 35 Micmac Boulevard, Dartmouth, Nova Scotia, Canada, B3A 4Y8, Irving Shipbuilding is proud to be Canada?۪s National Shipbuilder. Over the next 30 years, our shipbuilders will construct 20+ modern patrol ships and surface combatants for the Royal Canadian Navy as part of the largest defence procurement project in Canadian history.

We have built more than 80% of Canada's current combatant fleet and continue to perform maintenance and modernization work on these vessels. We are committed to building the best ships, with the best workforce in the best facilities. By joining our team of more than 2,300 shipbuilders, you can enjoy a dynamic, diverse, and family-friendly career with a company dedicated to your success, learning, health, wellness, and safety.

At Irving Shipbuilding, we?۪re making history ??? why not make it with us? Learn more about careers at Irving Shipbuilding: shipsforcanada.ca/opportunities.

Irving Shipbuilding Inc. is seeking a Health, Safety & Environment Administrator. They will be the first point of contact for the department, appropriately routing all questions and concerns. They will also play a direct role in the completion of key departmental requirements, possess the responsibility as the ISI ???Super User?۝ for Intelex, and act as the Buyer for the department.

This is a permanent full-time role based in Halifax Regional Municipality, Nova Scotia. The primary language of work is English. We encourage applications from qualified African Nova Scotians, racially visible persons, women (applying for non-traditional positions), persons with disabilities, Aboriginal persons, and persons of the 2SLGBTQ+ community. ISI encourages applicants to self-identify in the cover letter/resume portion of your application. Irving Shipbuilding Inc. is committed to the principle of equal opportunity in its employment practices and to providing an environment where all employees feel supported and valued. ISI is committed to working towards a barrier-free workplace and to expanding the accessibility of the workplace to persons with disabilities. Candidates who require accommodation during the selection process are invited to contact recruitment@irvingshipbuilding.com.

Qualifications:

Education: Business Administrative diploma or 5+ years of related experience in lieu

Experience: 2+ years in administrative role

Purchasing experience required

Experience in Safety or industrial setting considered an asset

Knowledge of JD Edwards, Intelex or similar considered an asset

Strong computer skills and experience in MS Office Suite and Windows

Must have excellent communication and organizational skills

All successful applicants must meet requirements for Canadian Controlled Goods Program (CGP), Canadian Government Security clearance, and U.S. International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR).

Key Responsibilities:

Compiles, distributes and files (as necessary via various mediums) key HSE documentation/records including: HSE Reports, Investigations, Statistics (Weekly & Monthly), and Weekly HSE/Toolbox Talk Communications.

The main ISI point-of-Contact/Administrator for Intelex & Intelex Support ??? including classifying incidents, initiating/closing Investigations, and offering general support for ISI Users.

Ensures Incident Investigations and Open Corrective Actions from Investigations are actioned/closed out in a timely fashion.

Schedule and document HSE related meetings/training/professional development / testing, as necessary.

Purchaser (also known as Buyer) for the HSE department (i.e.: Office supplies, HSE training/supplies, etc.)

What We Offer:

Irving Shipbuilding is proud to offer a competitive salary and benefits package, including but not limited to:

A flexible medical, dental and vision plan

Employee & Family Assistance Programs

RRSP matching program

Health & Wellness reimbursements

Opportunities to take part in job related training and development.

Growth and progression opportunities within Irving Shipbuilding and the larger network of the JD Irving group of companies

Relocation costs (if eligible)

Please be advised that some positions within our business have been designated as ???Safety Sensitive?۪ where the employee holding the position has a heightened responsibility for his/her own safety or the safety of others due to the nature of the job. If this is the case, you will be informed in the interview process.

For further details, please contact Talent Acquisition at recruitment@irvingshipbuilding.com.

To Apply for this Career Opportunity:

Please complete the online application form. An up-to-date resume of past experience and education is required.

All applications will be reviewed by one of our recruiters. If the recruiter sees a potential opportunity (current or future) that matches your skills and experience, you will be contacted to discuss your qualifications for a position with Irving Shipbuilding.

We thank all candidates for their interest, however, only those selected for interviews will be contacted.

Irving Shipbuilding Inc. is committed to the principle of equal opportunity in its employment practices and to providing an environment free from discrimination and harassment for all employees.

We do not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or employment agencies, and we are not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.

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