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Siemens

EHS Specialist

Siemens, Oakville, ON


A Snapshot of Your Day

EHS Specialist implementing and managing SGRE EHS programs at various assigned wind farms under O&M contract.

Supports the design and/or implements safety guidelines and instructions (for occupational safety, fire prevention, dangerous goods and emergency management), for an assigned organization.

Typical day would include a site visit that is in your portfolio to climb tower to perform Inspection of the turbine work to ensure Technicians are set to work successfully and that all the Safe System of Work is in place.

Another example, would include working in the office / home running risk assessment meeting to help the organization identify hazards and control measures for the task or work activity.

Relocation will not be offered for this role.

How You'll Make an Impact
  • Coordinates overall planning of projects and decides on allocation of resources.
  • Develops, proposes, and implements function specific EHS guidelines, processes and/or methods.
  • Compiles and advises on instructions and regulations and ensures effective communication to every employee concerned.
  • Plans the roll out of Safety programs, for the unit assigned.
  • Gathers data and analyses respective statistics regarding success of EHS Management measures.
  • Supports or prepares regular external reporting for Occupational Safety authorities, or for internal stakeholders.
  • Maintains operational contact to external Safety authorities.
  • Keeps abreast with all respective regulations and standards.
  • Trains management and employees on EHS topics.
  • Facilitates the investigation of EHS incidents in the assigned area.
  • Coordinates with customer and sub-contractor representatives in EHS matters.
  • Provides on-site support to the work locations (e.g. climbing turbines performing inspection or investigation, coaching employees, etc.).
  • Possesses the ability to work at height and successfully climb wind turbines for work and basic rescue in accordance with Global Wind Organization training standards.
  • Lead and manager initiatives from self and/or SGRE
What You Bring
  • Bachelor's degree in EHS Education field, Occupational Health, or similar
  • Minimum of 3-7 years of relevant experience in EHS in the Wind Industry
  • Ability to work independently as well as collaborate with multiple areas of the organization
  • Ability to motivate and inspire others in working towards a common goal
  • Ability to work in cross-departmental teams and garner support for EHS related activities
  • Solid communication skills both verbal and written
  • Experience and comfortability with presenting in front of small and large groups
  • Advanced computer skills with MS Office (Word, Excel, Power Point)
  • Travel required up to 50%
  • Qualified Applicants must be legally authorized for employment in the Canada and be able to clear custom requirements for travel internationally for work and/or training in USA. Qualified Applicants will not require employer sponsored work authorization now or in the future for employment in
About the Team

The EHS Department is part of the EQS department which supports the implementation and execution of the Environmental, Quality and Safety programs in order to protect SGRE workers, contractors visitors, various stakeholders and the environment where it operates. The EHS department consists of various portfolios of wind farms mostly based on regional set up. There are various Portfolio EHS Managers who will support the Portfolio Managers for their district. The Portfolio EHS Manager in Service for the area will report to SGRE North America EHS Manager

Who is Siemens Energy?

At Siemens Energy, we are more than just an energy technology company. We meet the growing energy demand across 90+ countries while ensuring our climate is protected. With more than 94,000 dedicated employees, we not only generate electricity for over 16% of the global community, but we're also using our technology to help protect people and the environment.

Our global team is committed to making sustainable, reliable, and affordable energy a reality by pushing the boundaries of what is possible. We uphold a 150-year legacy of innovation that encourages our search for people who will support our focus on decarbonization, new technologies, and energy transformation.

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Rewards/Benefits
  • Career growth and development opportunities
  • Supportive work cultureand a healthy work- life balance
  • Flexible work environment with flex hours, telecommuting and digital workspaces.
  • Competitive total rewards package
  • Flexible benefits and savings programs
  • Rewarding vacation entitlement
  • Parental leave
  • Profit sharing
  • Contribute to our social responsibility initiatives
  • Diversity and inclusivity focused
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