EHS Specialist

Create Your Own Chemistry: What We Offer You

At BASF, we create chemistry through the power of connected minds. By balancing economic success with environmental protection and social responsibility, we are building a more sustainable future through chemistry. As the world's leading chemical company, we help our customers in nearly every industry meet the current and future needs of society through science and innovation.

We provide a fulfilling work environment with a strong emphasis on the physical and psychological safety of our employees and the communities we operate in. We are always working to form the best team with an emphasis on diversity, equity and inclusion and through lifelong learning and development.

At BASF, we constantly strive to become an even better workplace. As a result of our commitment to our employees, BASF has earned various awards, including being recognized by Mediacorp in 2024 as one of Canada's Top Employers for tenth consecutive year, one of the Greater Toronto Area's Top Employers for the eleventh year in a row, and twice being named one of Canada's Top Employers for Young People and Best Diversity Employers.

We invite you to join our best team on our journey to create solutions for a sustainable future!

EHS Specialist (101920)

Location: Calgary, AB or Remote in Western Canada.

Where the Chemistry Happens…

We are looking for an EHS Specialist like you to join our team! As part of the team you will dedicate to provide Environmental, Health, & Safety support to multiple diverse teams and work environments across AP Canada. You will also, guide the implementation of the Small Site Handbook for RC Compliance at the Crop Protection research farms. As part of the team you will need to interact with AP EHS Professionals across NA, the AP Canadian Leadership Team, employees at the Crop Protection sites, remote employee and employees at the Calgary office.

Formula for Success: You Will…

• Develop and Implement sustainable EHS management system to meet BASF Responsible Care® (RC) requirements, BASF regional EHS requirements and country/local EHS legal requirements.
• Oversight for Canadian Commercial Fleet Program, ensuring a pragmatic approach considering the agricultural business needs. This includes working with provincial champions a to advise and help coordinate Canada Transport compliance requirements for commercial vehicles, developing a system to manage, maintain, and audit documentation (driver and vehicle files and records, ELD - Electronic log device, etc.) and working with commercial drivers to ensure proper reporting and training.
• Assist stakeholders with the implementation and maintenance of EHS programs, focusing on RC Audit compliance, continuous improvement and efficiency such as MOC, Incident Management, Work permitting, Control of Haz Energy, Confined Space, hot work, line and equipment breaking, HIRA, EHS Training, office ergonomics and more.
• Provide ongoing support for Regulatory compliance with federal, provincial, and local EHS Requirements, including BASF Requirements.
• Lead the implementation of initiatives that advance the safety culture across the organization.
• Support AP remote employees in the areas of incident reporting, management of change, ergonomics, travel/driving safety, etc.
• OSIH support, including IH Exposure Assessment Plan (EAP) coordination, noise survey coordination as needed.
• Support incident reporting and investigation (Facilitation of investigations as needed) and participate in management of change reviews as needed.
• Provide guidance on Environmental reporting requirements to site personnel and support communication with agencies as needed.
  

Ingredients for Success: What We Look for in You…

• Bachelor's Degree in field of Environmental Health and Safety, Engineering, Environmental Science, or Agricultural Science preferred.
• Bachelor's degree can be substituted by an Associate degree and 10 years of experience.
• 5 years in Environmental, Health, and Safety in Agriculture or Chemical manufacturing.
• CRSP Designation an asset but not a requirement.
• Familiar with behaviour based safety concepts preferred.
• Experience in implementation of EHS programs in agricultural, manufacturing, research facilities or industrial.
• Experience in Training and Development of employees on EHS programs.
• Knowledge in Core EHS management systems such as Work Permitting, Control of Hazardous Energy, Management of Change (MOC), Incident Investigation, mobile equipment, etc.
• Ability to apply corporate and legal EHS requirements to operational and research facilities.
• Ability to perform EHS risk assessments and identify corrective measures.

Create Your Own Chemistry: What We Offer You

Adding value to our customers begins with adding value to you. You@BASF is the suite of benefits, perks, programs and unique opportunities we offer to support you - the whole you - in all stages of your life and career. With you@BASF, you create your own chemistry.

The total rewards that you receive as a BASF employee go way beyond a paycheck. From competitive health and insurance plans to robust retirement benefits that include company-matching contributions, to making sure you never stop learning, we believe investing in you is investing in our success. Working for a large, global organization, you'll have a chance to grow professionally and personally, expand your network and build a rewarding and dynamic career. We also provide engaging learning and development opportunities to help you make the most of your talents and your role.

Inclusion and Equal Opportunity Employment

BASF is dedicated to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where our employees can be their authentic selves. We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, age, citizenship, place of origin, ethnic origin, colour, religion/creed, sex/pregnancy, marital status, family status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by law.

We seek to make our recruitment process accessible for applicants with disabilities. If you require accommodations or support throughout the recruitment process, please contact ta-canada@basf.com with the subject line "Recruitment Accommodation Request".

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