Director – Environmental, Health, Safety & Transportation Operations

This highly motivated and customer focused individual will be responsible for developing, implementing, and managing programs and policies that ensure a safe, healthy and compliant working environment within fixed facilities and a dispersed workforce. This role leads a team of field-facing environmental, health and safety professionals embedded in the business and deployed regionally across North America.

• Lead incident investigation reviews, causal analysis, and implementation of system-wide corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
• Monitor and analyze EHS&T metrics to identify trends and areas for improvement.
• Develop, maintain and direct emergency response activities, plans and procedures.
• Conduct operational risk assessments and audits to identify potential hazards and implement corrective actions.
• Promote and cultivate a strong safety culture, emphasizing proactive safety practices and employee engagement.
• Develop, implement and monitor health and safety programs to prevent workplace injuries and illnesses.
• Work with customer-facing teams to understand customer needs and integrate EHS&T considerations into customer solutions.
• Lead and mentor the EHS&T field facing team, fostering professional development and continuous improvement.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local environmental regulations and reporting requirements in all operational activities.
• Enforce policies and procedures related to driver safety and vehicle maintenance.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA, CCOHS, CNESST and other relevant health and safety regulations within the operations.
• Implement human and organizational performance (HOP) principles based on learning and improving.
• Develop and implement EHS&T strategies, policies and programs specifically tailored to operational processes and in alignment with company goals, regulatory requirements, and internal/external customer expectations.
• Collaborate with operational leadership to integrate EHS&T considerations into operational processes and decision-making processes.

• Exceptional communication, collaboration and influencing abilities.
• In-depth knowledge of environmental regulations, OSHA standards and transportation safety regulations.
• This position requires occasional travel to various fleet locations and flexibility to respond to emergencies outside regular working hours.
• Minimum of 10 years’ experience in EHS&T roles, with at least 5 years in a leadership position within an operational context.
• Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Health and Safety, Engineering, Environmental Science or a related field.
• Experience promoting safety culture and implementing human and organizational performance principles.
• Ability to work in diverse environments, including office settings and on-site inspections.
• Strong consulting and systems project management skills.
• Certifications such as Certified Safety Professional (CSP), Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH) or similar credentials are highly desirable.
• Proven experience developing and implementing EHS&T programs and policies.

Besides Health, Dental and Vision Insurance, we contribute to a 401k, offer a generous tuition reimbursement program, TONS of safety training for some positions with opportunities for external trainings and certifications, Mentorship & Career Succession Planning, Relocation Opportunities, Auto/Home insurance discounts, pet assistance discount plans, discounted movie passes & more!

Pay Range: $150,000 USD - $190,000 USD

Actual starting base pay may vary based on factors such as education, experience, skills, location and budget.