Environmental Specialist

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Explore your Future: Exciting Career Opportunities at Raytheon ELCAN!

Raytheon ELCAN is a global leader in high-precision optical systems. Our commitment to innovation, quality, and excellence spans over 70 years has earned us a reputation for delivering cutting-edge solutions for the most demanding challenges in the world. Join our dynamic team and contribute to projects that have a meaningful impact across the globe.

We have an immediate need for an Environmental Specialist to join our Environmental Health & Safety department. In this role, you will play a key part in Reporting to the Senior Supervisor, Environmental Health & Safety the successful candidate will act to maximize productivity and reduce health related costs. This position will mainly hold responsibilities in Environmental Programs but will also hold some responsibilities in Health & Safety, Claims Management, and fostering our safety culture amongst many other tasks. You will also have the opportunity to collaborate with skilled professionals, leverage advanced technologies, and contribute to the success of Raytheon ELCAN.

Why Raytheon ELCAN:

At Raytheon ELCAN, we offer more than just a job; we offer the opportunity to be part of a global team that is shaping the future of high-precision optical systems. We provide a collaborative and innovative work environment, competitive compensation and benefits, job flexibility, and opportunities for professional growth. Join us and contribute to projects that push the boundaries of optics while working alongside some of the brightest minds in the field. Raytheon ELCAN is located in Midland Ontario, a community known for its technological advancements. Midland offers a perfect blend of urban amenities and natural beauty nestled on the shores of Georgian Bay, making it an ideal place to work, grow, and belong.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Assist in monitoring and ensuring compliance with environmental regulations and company policies.
• Lead and monitor closure of action items for hazard analysis assessments, new equipment and or process safety reviews and any other environmental, health and safety related assessments.
• Conduct routine inspections and audits to identify potential environmental hazards and recommend corrective actions.
• Assist in maintaining records related to environmental compliance, including waste management, air emissions, and water quality.
• Review Environmental, health and safety KPI’s to target areas of improvement
• Support annual environment permit requirements submissions. Assist with preparation of regulatory reports (wastewater, hazardous materials plans, air district reports etc.).
• Demonstrate continuous improvement through investigating / recommending best practices for all areas of EHS.
• Conduct regular safety and environmental inspections of facilities and equipment to ensure compliance with safety standards.
• Identify and report unsafe conditions, practices, and behaviors, and follow up on corrective actions.
• Assist in the development and delivery of EHS training programs for employees.
• Support the investigation of accidents, incidents, and near misses to identify root causes and recommend preventive measures
• Assist in preparing and submitting required environmental and safety reports to regulatory agencies.
• Keep up to date with changes in regulations and standards to ensure ongoing compliance.
• Assist in the proper handling, storage, and disposal of hazardous materials.
• Support company sustainability initiatives by participating in environmental conservation and waste reduction programs.
• Develop and implement site green team focusing on reducing environmental impact.
• Liase with team members on environmental, health and safety concerns

Qualifications & Experience:

• 1-5 years work experience in an Environmental, Health and Safety (EHS) related position within a manufacturing environment is preferred.

• Professional EHS designation (e.g. EP,CRSP, AE, CET) is considered a strong asset
• Ability to read and interpret environmental, occupational health and safety legislation
• Experience working with the Environmental Protection Act.
• Previous involvement working with Ontario health and safety regulations.
• Effective verbal and written communicator at all levels in the organization
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office suite, along with various other software functions.
• Ability to manage conflicting priorities and deadlines, as well as managing a large amount of information at one time.
• Has previous experience with employee wellness programs, health promotion activities, awareness campaigns, etc.
• Ability to establish and foster continued employee trust enhancing the safety culture.
• Strong leadership skills
• Highly effective communications skills
• Proven ability to solve technical problems and make sound decisions
• Highly motivated with a demonstrated positive attitude
• Willingness to learn and acquire knowledge/understanding through study, instruction or experience

Raytheon ELCAN offers a competitive compensation package that includes incentive program, benefits, and pension plan.

The successful candidate will be required to complete a criminal reference check and obtain/maintain a Government of Canada security clearance and any applicable clearances with respect to the handling and transfer of controlled goods.

Raytheon ELCAN is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion; we welcome applications from all qualified persons. We are an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005, Raytheon ELCAN will provide accommodations throughout the recruitment, selection, and/or assessment process to any applicants with disabilities. If you require disability-related accommodations, please contact Human Resources. All personal information is collected under the authority of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act.

RTX is An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age or any other federally protected class.

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