Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) Specialist - Multi-Site

MaxPeople HR

  • Halifax, NS
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 28 days ago
  • Apply easily
About UsMaxPeople is a professional Human Resources and Legal consulting firm offering clients customized approaches to create a people strategy that impacts business growth. We partner with small and mid-size companies across industries. MaxPeople is a team of consultants, advisors, business professionals and next-gen leaders, inspired by a passion for the work we do. We’re here to work, learn, laugh, and grow. We take our work very seriously, but ourselves, not as much.Our ClientOur client is a global leader in the supply and lifecycle management of refrigerants, blowing agents, and other specialty chemicals that play a critical role in the cooling and insulation industries. With operations across the Americas, Europe, and Asia Pacific, we’re committed to building a sustainable future by recovering and reclaiming environmentally sensitive products that would otherwise be emitted or wasted.In Canada, they are expanding rapidly combining deep industry expertise with a strong focus on safety, compliance, and innovation. Our culture is grounded in integrity, teamwork, and a drive to make a real impact on both our people and the planet.Overview of roleWe're looking for a proactive and people-oriented EHS Specialist to join our growing team. Based out of Halifax, NS, you’ll lead and support environmental, health, and safety programs across our Halifax and Stoney Creek locations plus future sites across Eastern Canada.You’ll play a hands-on role in shaping our safety culture, supporting compliance efforts, and ensuring a healthy, hazard-aware workplace. This is a high-impact, field-forward role that blends compliance, training, risk assessment, and cross-site collaboration.What you’ll be doing
  • Lead day-to-day EHS activities across multiple sites, including site walkthroughs, hazard analysis, and compliance checks.
  • Deliver safety training, support new hire onboarding, and ensure contractor safety programs are in place and effective.
  • Conduct and update Risk Assessments on new and existing equipment, processes, and materials.
  • Participate in projects and process changes as the EHS voice at the table ensuring safe and compliant rollouts.
  • Prepare and submit annual regulatory reports; maintain permits and ensure environmental compliance at all locations.
Requirements
  • 2–4 years of EHS experience in industrial, warehousing, or plant settings. Degree in Occupational Health & Safety or Environmental Science preferred (but not required).
  • Familiarity with key Canadian EHS regulations (e.g. CEPA, CCOHS, CanOSH) and provincial OHS requirements.
  • Strong organizational, communication, and time management skills; you can manage multiple priorities and communicate clearly both in-person and virtually.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office and confident in using EHS documentation systems and databases.
  • Comfortable conducting safety training, audits, and walkabouts - you're a confident presence on the floor.
  • Self-motivated and able to work independently while staying connected to a remote team.
  • Able to travel up to 30% within Canada (some flexibility required).
BenefitsWhat We Offer:
  • Comprehensive Benefits Package
  • Strong Culture & Work-Life Balance
  • Career growth, development, and continuous learning opportunities
  • Fun and outgoing professional environment that really cares and values its employees
  • MyShare Program
For consideration, please apply online. As part of our commitment to inclusivity, diversity, equity and accessibility, our goal is a workforce built on respect that reflects the communities we serve. We thank all applicants for their interest in MaxPeople but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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