Environmental Health and safety Manager

Location: Stouffville and Newmarket, Ontario Position Type: Full-Time, Permanent Industry: Energy / Construction / Industrial Services Experience Level: Senior / Expert About the Role GrizzlyTrek is actively seeking a highly experienced and impactful Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) Manager to lead and enforce health, safety, and environmental performance across our Stouffville and Newmarket operations.

This senior leadership role is ideal for someone with a commanding presence in all aspects of HSE , blending deep field expertise with strong regulatory and administrative oversight.

We need a proactive leader who can bridge policy and practice , ensuring legislative compliance while fostering a resilient, safety-first culture throughout the organization.

Key Responsibilities Develop, implement, and enhance all HSE systems , policies, and training programs across multiple operational environments.

Conduct routine site visits to ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations, including inspection of documentation and operational practices.

Ensure alignment with all applicable legislation, regulatory agencies, and internal company standards.

Lead and coordinate incident investigations , root cause analysis, and reporting requirements.

Review and revise SOPs, SWPs, JHAs, PDAs/PDDs annually or as needed to maintain best-in-class standards.

Monitor and manage WCB (Workers’ Compensation Board) programs , with an emphasis on cost control and claim reduction .

Facilitate culturally relevant training and safety awareness across diverse teams, including Indigenous workforce partners.

Ensure all environmental permitting, emissions tracking, and compliance reporting are accurate and submitted on schedule.

Liaise with senior leadership, project managers, and regulatory officials to maintain clear communication and compliance.

Qualifications 10+ years of progressive leadership in HSE roles, ideally within construction, energy, or industrial sectors.

Degree or diploma in Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Sciences , or a related field.

Designations: NCSO and Environmental Professional (EP) required; additional certification in Quality Assurance is considered a strong asset.

Strong knowledge of legal contract obligations and regulatory frameworks (OHSA, CEPA, WSIB, etc.).

Exceptional writing and documentation skills to produce accurate reports, safety documents, and communications.

Detail-oriented with a proactive eye for identifying near misses, hazards, and incident risk .

High-level analytical and organizational skills , with a strategic mindset and a hands-on leadership approach.

Experience supporting Indigenous workforce engagement and culturally responsive HSE practices is highly valued.

Why GrizzlyTrek?

GrizzlyTrek is a proudly Indigenous-owned and operated company focused on building meaningful, sustainable partnerships between industry and community.

Our safety culture is deeply rooted in respect, compliance, and continuous improvement .

Joining us means: Having direct impact on project success, worker well-being, and environmental sustainability.

Collaborating with a team that values trust, accountability , and community engagement .

Growing within a company that supports inclusive leadership and long-term career advancement.