EHS Advisor

Key Responsibilities

• Provides guidance, support, and oversight to Operations on the day-to-day

administration of Environmental, Health and Safety (EHS) activities across GFL

operations

• Collaborates on the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of EHS programs and initiatives, without assuming operational ownership
• Monitors and verifies compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act,

Construction and Industrial Regulations, and other applicable legislation, and escalates gaps as required

• Guides Operations to maintain compliance with customer programs such as ISN Networld, Avetta, and Contractor Check through guidance, review, and verification
• Supports the rollout and ongoing administration of EHS programs including COR, ISO45001, Subcontractor Management, and Return to Work, while Operations retain accountability for execution
• Provides guidance and follow-up for training and development programs, including coordination, tracking, and field-level coaching
• Supports Operations with onboarding and orientations for new hires by providing EHS guidance and verification
• Acts as a key liaison between EHS and Operations to ensure alignment, consistency, and clarity of expectations
• Supports EHS Leadership in pursuits to the corporate standards
• Communicates with regulatory officials for incident management and reporting
• Participates as required in client and project meetings to provide EHS guidance, insight, and support
• Prepares EHS reports and summaries to support operational decision-making
• Conducts field audits and inspections to verify compliance and identify improvement opportunities
• Expected to work approximately 50% in the office and 50% in the field, but depends on scheduling and other needs
• Typical hours per day are 7:00am – 4:00pm
• Ability to support shutdown activities, including extended shifts of up to 12 hours, approximately 2–3 times per year
• Performs other duties as assigned by the EHS Manager

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Competencies

• 3–5+ years of experience in a similar on-site EHS support or advisory role, with

experience in Waste Management, Transportation, or Mining required

• Degree, diploma, or professional certification in Health and Safety or a related field preferred
• Experience or exposure to working within the Google WorkSpace would be an asset
• Strong team player with the ability to influence, guide, and support Operations in a dynamic, fast-paced environment
• Proficient with Google software and safety associated software for reporting,

inspections, file uploads and sharing, meetings, etc.

• Strong time management and organizational skills, with the ability to manage

competing priorities

We thank you for your interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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