The Senior Health & Safety Business Partner will be responsible for Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) activities in one or more business locations, assessing and managing hazards and risk, reducing loss, applying the global Health & Safety Management System, and meeting or exceeding relevant federal and local regulation.
Promote positive employee relations to strengthen employee and organizational commitment to a strong health and safety culture within defined region of responsibility.
Responsible for dissemination and implementation of global, regional and country SGS Health & Safety standards, policies, and strategy.
Educate managers and employees on Health and Safety practices through effective communication programs and one-on-one consultations where appropriate.
Includes establishing regional Health & Safety communication plans to drive top page strategies via business leadership.
Develops, implements and maintains company policies adhering to local, state/provincial and federal environmental, health and safety regulations.
Conducts H&S audits and inspections to assess the status of Health & Safety programs, generates reports, communicates findings and strategies needed for compliance with the supported Line of Business.
Acts as the company representative during government inspections and investigations.
Participates in the incident investigation of all HSE-related serious incidents/fatalities and HIPO “near misses” at supported locations, utilizing formal tools to identify the root cause and develop appropriate corrective and preventive actions.
Facilitates implementation of programs on various topics in support of the SGS Health and Safety Management system. May include topics such as confined space, energy control, fall protection and machine guarding.

Requirements

Bachelor level degree in Occupational Health and Safety or a related program
10+ years of progressive Health and Safety experience in a medium or large-size industrial or professional services environment is required.
Licenses/Certifications CRSP, CSP, IOSH, NEBOSH
Solid understanding of Health and Safety management and its connection to the business strategy.
Must have a proactive Health and Safety attitude.
Familiar with compliance requirements with all environmental, health and safety regulations, and keeps abreast of any changes to laws and regulations that impact the organization.
Understanding of the Health, Safety and Environment national requirements and how the federal/provincial/state legislation applies to the SGS HSE program.
Superior organizational, communications, and interpersonal skills are essential.
Bilingual fluency required if region includes Quebec.
Must be able to read, understand and follow work instructions in a safe, accurate and timely manner.
Proficient in using various type of computer software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook etc.).
A solid understanding of MS Project Management, Oracle and other web-based applications would also be an asset.
Demonstrates excellent verbal and written communication skills including grammar and composition.
Ability to work well with others & independently.
Proven time management skills and a strong attention to detail.
Works well under pressure.
Ensures full compliance with the company’s Health and Safety, Code of Integrity, and Professional Conduct policies.
Ability to manage and coordinate multiple projects in a fast-paced, highly professional environment.

Benefits

Health: Medical, dental and vision insurance, life insurance, employee wellness programs
Wealth: Competitive pay, 401(k) with company match (immediate vesting upon enrollment), bonus program, employee referral program
Happiness: Professional Growth: Online training courses, virtual and classroom development experiences, tuition reimbursement program
Work-Life Balance: Paid-time off (vacation, sick, company holidays, floating holidays, volunteer time)

Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills & Tools

Health and Safety ManagementHazard AssessmentRisk ManagementIncident InvestigationHSE AuditsCompliance ManagementPolicy DevelopmentRoot Cause AnalysisCorrective ActionsEnvironmental Regulations

Soft Skills

Organizational SkillsCommunication SkillsInterpersonal SkillsProactive AttitudeTime ManagementAttention to DetailAbility to Work Under PressureTeam CollaborationIndependent WorkBilingual Fluency

Certifications

CRSPCSPIOSHNEBOSH