Corporate Health, Safety and Environment Manager

Reporting to the Corporate Health, Safety, & Environment (HSE) Director, the Corporate HSE Manager will action the strategic direction of the development, management, and constant improvement of the Corporate HS&E program and policies, and safety management system, to  prevent loss and harm and to enhance overall performance of HS&E requirements among all divisions and sites across Cavendish, Cavendish Agri, and Island Gas. 

The Corporate HSE Manager will work closely with all HSE Divisional/Site Leads or Managers, and Operations Leads to ensure the corporate standards and directions are embedded in divisional safety strategies.

• Responsible for the development and implementation of the Cavendish Corporate Safety management system across all of Cavendish and Island Gas.
• Responsible for the development and implementation of the Cavendish Corporate Safety program and associated policies for all Cavendish divisions and Island Gas with the long-term goal of creating standardization across the businesses.
• Primary responsibility for the effective implementation, actions, and ongoing maturity of the internal audit processes such as Enhesa and Key Elements of Safety.
• Manage the effective utilization of Intelex and other HSE technologies across Cavendish and leverage data analytics to make recommendations to the Corporate Director HSE on safety strategy to reduce risk.
• Identify, prioritize, and drive improvement opportunities.
• Ensure regulatory compliance to all relevant safety and health regulations across Cavendish and Island Gas.
• Manage the implementation of IGM/JDI Corporate safety standards across all of Cavendish and Island Gas.
• Perform site visits to ensure safety and health is a priority at all sites and being driven by site management.
• Lead and develop direct and indirect reports.
• This role requires up to 30% travel annually to support health, safety, and environmental initiatives across multiple facilities and operational sites in Canada and the United States. 
• 5-10 years of experience in safety and or leadership role in manufacturing, food processing or agriculture.
• Preferably a certified safety professional holding any one of the following designations: CRST, CRSP, CSP, NEBOSH, or equivalent.   
• Post Secondary Education or HSE Diploma.
• PMP certification would be an asset.
• Strategic thinker, strong interpersonal, communication, organizational skills, and attention to detail. 
• Strong collaborator with the ability to work independently. 
• Ability to lead people and change.
• A passion for our business and the well-being of our people.

Founded in 1882, J.D. Irving, Limited (JDI) has operations in Canada and the United States and are a team of 20,000 dedicated employees.  At J.D. Irving, Limited, you are part of a dynamic team of professionals who lead with integrity and are passionate about delivering results. With a culture that nurtures talent and creates an inclusive workplace, you can grow your career across our various operating divisions. We are committed to creating accessible environments for our colleagues, candidates, and customers. Requests for accommodation due to a disability (which may be visible or invisible, temporary, or permanent) can be made at any stage of application and employment. We encourage candidates to make their accommodation needs known so that we can provide equitable opportunities. Worried you do not meet all the requirements? Studies have shown that many applicants apply only to job opportunities when they feel they meet 100% of the criteria. We promote an inclusive environment where everyone is appreciated, recognized, and empowered to contribute fully. If you are interested in this position but are worried you did not meet all the requirements, we would encourage you to still apply. We appreciate your interest in our company however only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.