Environmental Analyst - Contract

ABOUT THE ROLE
Manage the day-to-day environmental operations of the Brookfield Cement Plant to advance the company’s sustainability aims, build strong relationships with the plant’s stakeholders, and manage a robust compliance program.

This position optimizes environmental and sustainability practices through all aspects of the plant’s operations including government and internal reporting, stakeholder relationship management, environmental management system coordination, Geocycle operations, cement production, storage, and quarry. The position operates under the technical direction of the Environment and Public Affairs Manager for Eastern Canada. The position supports development of a culture, focused on excellent and effective environmental management, sustainability, and robust stakeholder engagement.

WHAT YOU’LL ACCOMPLISH

• Support operations in achieving and maintaining compliance with legal and internal requirements, as well as any business objectives with regulatory or public affairs support requirements, including but not limited to government and internal reporting, completion of compliance reports, management of community complaints, coordination of regulatory inspections and follow up, management of annual and quarterly emissions evaluation programs, technical review of environmental reports, and other requirements
• Advise senior management and the Environment and Public Affairs Manager of key changes in regulatory and legal requirements, as well as changes in industry standards or codes of practice. Keep current with all federal, provincial, regional and local environmental legal requirements and monitor developments and changes, assist the plant and terminal leadership team along with the Environment and Public Affairs Manager in advocating for the company’s interests in these matters
• Prepare environmental documentation for approval, including license or permit applications for new or existing operations. Perform environmental inspections, audits, and investigations in partnership with operations Complete Environmental Key Performance Indicators (KPI) assessments on operations. Track and report KPI results on a regular basis to senior management and the Environment and Public Affairs Manager
• Assist with the development, maintenance and further implementation of the environmental management systems and related elements. Assist with the implementation of the ECAN sustainability plan.
• Develop, implement and deliver environmental training programs for operations. Assist operations with environmental goals, objectives and strategic plans; help identify environmental improvement opportunities and provide guidance on operational challenges. Work with operations to ensure environmental liabilities and issues are identified managed and reported. Assist operations in identifying and managing capital projects related to site environmental upgrades
• Based on legal and company requirements, report all significant environmental issues identified during environmental inspections, audits, and investigations immediately to senior management and the Environment and Public Affairs Manager as per company policies. Compile plant environment data, present summaries and submit reports to government organizations, senior management and the Environment and Public Affairs Director
• Actively participate on various industry environment-related organizations and liaise with peers to keep abreast of industry standards and emerging issues. Contribute to the Environment and Public Affairs
• Leadership Team in a collaborative and productive manner and ensure communications are well developed. Develop and implement strong community relations and stakeholder engagement programs with industry, businesses and regulators. 
• Demonstrate a commitment to communicating, improving and adhering to health, safety and environmental policies in all work environments and areas. Promote a culture of safety and exhibit these behaviors.

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR

• Education: Minimum technical diploma or University degree in Earth Sciences, Environmental Studies, Engineering, or related discipline
• Additional Education Preferred: 
• Field of Study Preferred: Earth Sciences, Environmental Studies, Environmental Engineering, Chemical Engineering or related discipline
• Required Work Experience: Related environmental experience preferably including manufacturing and related industry exposure is considered an asset
• Required Training/Certifications: 
• Required Technical Skills: Computer proficiency in Microsoft Office suite and Google Workspace
• Travel Requirements: less than 10%

Additional Requirements:

• Knowledge of federal, provincial and municipal environmental laws and regulations
• Proven organizational and time management skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Excellent facilitation and training skills
• Stakeholder engagement and community relations expertise and experience
• Successful candidates must adhere to all safety protocols and proper use of Holcim approved Personal Protection Equipment ("PPE"), including but not limited to respirators. Employees that are required to wear respirators must be clean shaven where the respirator seal meets the face in order to pass the qualitative and quantitative fit tests.

WHAT WE OFFER

• An inclusive and welcoming environment where everyone can be themselves.
• A collaborative work culture in a supportive and team-oriented work environment.
• Company-provided personal protective equipment ensuring your safety and comfort on the job.

We thank you for your interest. Please note that this posting is for an existing vacancy, and only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.  Lafarge is committed to the principles of employment equity and encourages the applications from women, visible minorities, and persons with disabilities.