Senior HS&E Specialist - #450413

Overview

Job Title: Senior Environment, Health & Safety (EHS) Specialist

Department: Operations

Direct Superior: Director of Operations

Direct Subordinates: N/A

Location: Richmond, British Columbia

Puratos Mission

Founded in Belgium in 1919, Puratos is growing rapidly with over 10,000 employees in 100 countries, with €3 billion in revenue. Our mission is to move the planet forward by creating innovative food solutions for the health & well-being of people everywhere. Puratos Canada is headquartered in Mississauga. Our ingredients are found in some of the most recognized industrial bakeries, retailers, and food service organizations in the country. Puratos Canada employs 300 people and has a revenue of

$200M.

Role Description

We’re looking for a proactive and passionate Senior EHS Specialist to lead and elevate our Health, Safety, and Environmental programs across two Richmond-based manufacturing facilities. This role is key to ensuring our operations not only meet but exceed legal and corporate standards. You’ll play a leadership role within our operations team, contributing to legislative reviews and supporting supervisory functions.

Mandate

• Ensure compliance with all local, national, and corporate environmental, health and safety rules and regulations.
• Comply with all local and national food safety and legal requirements.
• Perform all job responsibilities under the strictest consideration of health and safety, food quality and production parameters.
  
  

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Lead Safety Culture: Chair the Joint Occupational Health and Safety Committee (JHSC) and ensure compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act.
• Training & Development: Design and deliver engaging safety and environmental training programs. Ensure monthly topics are covered through daily huddles and newsletters.
• Risk Management: Conduct risk assessments for jobs, equipment, and potential hazards. Lead investigations for all incidents and ensure timely corrective actions.
• Environmental Compliance: Manage programs like zero waste to landfill and ensure adherence to all environmental regulations.
• Safety Systems Oversight: Maintain and enforce Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures, chemical safety (MSDS), and fire safety protocols.
• Onboarding & Records: Train new employees and contractors on safety, quality, and environmental standards. Maintain accurate training and compliance records.
• Claims & Return-to-Work: Manage WCB claims, liaise with WorkSafeBC, and coordinate return-to-work and modified duty programs.
• Reporting: Generate reports and analyze safety/environmental data to drive continuous improvement.
  
  

Requirements:

• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English
• 1–3 years of experience in policy administration, legislative compliance, or EHS roles (manufacturing preferred)
• Diploma or degree in Occupational Health & Safety or related field
• CRSP designation is a strong asset
• Solid knowledge of OH&S legislation, hazard assessment, and return-to-work programs
• Experience working with regulatory bodies like WorkSafeBC
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (especially Excel and Word)
• Analytical mindset with the ability to connect safety metrics to business impact
• Detail-oriented with strong administrative and organizational skills
• A collaborative spirit and the ability to work independently
  
  

Why Puratos?

• Be a key driver of a safety-first culture in a growing and international company
• Access ample learning resources and development opportunities to grow your career
• Benefit from global knowledge-sharing—Puratos is a worldwide leader in safety and quality, so you’ll learn from the best across the globe
• Enjoy clear growth pathways within a supportive, team-oriented environment
• Make a tangible impact on employee well-being and environmental sustainability
• Competitive compensation and benefits package