Manager, Safety and Compliance

4 weeks ago


Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada CN Full time

At CN, everyday brings new and exciting challenges. You can expect an interesting environment where you're part of making sure our business is running optimally and safely―helping keep the economy on track. We provide the kind of paid training and opportunities that long-term careers are built on and we recognize hard workers who strive to make a difference. You will be able to thrive in our close-knit, safety-focused culture working together as ONE TEAM. The careers we offer are meaningful because the work we do matters. Join us

Job Summary

The Manager, Safety and Compliance - Automotive is responsible for driving all aspects of Safety and Compliance across CN's automotive properties (Autoport and Autoramp). In addition, the incumbent is accountable for assessing the state of each location's safety culture and developing short, medium, and long-term plans to improve the safety culture from a leadership, training and technology point of view working with local facility management. Furthermore, the incumbent participates in integrated audits of safety processes and field execution of CN's Safety Management System (SMS) and local safety action plans to ensure compliance. The role ensures integrity in reporting of all corporate safety data through monitoring and auditing of safety performance data.

Main Responsibilities Safety Culture and Compliance

· Develop short, medium, and long-term plans to drive sustainable changes to the safety management programs of the docks and transloads

· Ensure the Hazard Prevention Program (HPP) regulation is compliant with both municipal and federal regulations and communicate the information to ensure employees understand the program in place

· Validate that safety plans are defined, and employees are aware of their respective facilities plans

· Engage with union members and union leadership on safe work practices and policies

Develop Safety Initiatives and Training

· Facilitate numerous safety initiatives, across multiple locations each with differing characteristics, commodities, and risk exposures to drive safety performance and support Regions and Functions

· Lead projects through to completion and implementation in the field

· Monitor adherence to safety and compliance standards as established by operating companies, interfacing with Regional and managers as necessary to drive compliance

· Analyze safety data to identify trends, exposures, or opportunities

· Drive and participate in Integrated Audits and reports

· Provide information to Chief Marketing Officer, Vice President Safety and other Senior Executive relative to safety performance

· Handle and oversee quality of safety engagements for the Automotive operations

· Develop and conduct safety training tailored to locational requirements

System Management of Safety Data Information

· Produce regular business and corporate safety data

· Undertake projects which entail interface with Information and Technology (I&T) relative to system changes, enhancements, and requirements

· Conduct safety tests, develop and improve safety procedures in the SMS

· Update efficiency tests and reports based on input and feedback from user groups

· Develop, implementation and support the field for the SMS

· Ensure the safety intranet development is regularly updated

· Ensure the emergency response plan is compliant and is properly in place

· Stay informed on updates regarding the fall protection coverage, Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) and contractor safety

· Coordinate any injury reports with the appropriate people

System Safety Liaison

· Participate quarterly with Safety and Health Committees

Working Conditions

The role is performed in a combination of office and outdoor environments with various weather conditions with a regular workweek from Monday to Friday. Due to the nature of the role, the incumbent must be able to meet tight deadlines, handle pressure, and stress. The role requires occasional travel (up to 30%) within Canada and the United States (U.S.).

Requirements Experience

Operation Experience

· Minimum 7 years of relevant field experience

o Experience with emergency and spill response

o Experience in project management

o Experience in management of professional consultants

o Experience in contaminated sites management

o Experience in operating and capital budget forecasting, planning and management

o Experience with Railway Operating Rules*

*Any experience for these above would be considered as an asset

Education/Certification/Designation

· Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Science with a preference for Environmental Science

· Post-secondary education in Safety Industrial Hygiene*

· Safety Industrial Hygiene Certification*

*Any designation for these above would be considered as an asset

Competencies

· Leads by example for the safety and security of all

· Considers environmental impacts in every decision and action

· Sets direction and inspires others

· Communicates with impact

· Collaborates with others and shares information

· Applies critical thinking

· Innovates

Technical Skills/Knowledge

· Ability to use CN systems to extract safety data to identify safety trends, including Systems, Applications, and Products (SAP) and Business Warehouse

· Knowledge in technical safety and ability to interpret safety reporting criteria as defined by Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) reporting guide

· Strong knowledge of Excel

· Knowledge of Canadian Transportation of Dangerous Goods Regulation

· Fluently bilingual, both written and verbal (English, French)*

*Any knowledge of these above would be considered as an asset

About CN

CN is a world-class transportation leader and trade-enabler. Essential to the economy, to the customers, and to the communities it serves, CN safely transports more than 300 million tons of natural resources, manufactured products, and finished goods throughout North America every year. As the only railroad connecting Canada's Eastern and Western coasts with the Southern tip of the U.S. through a 19,500 mile rail network, CN and its affiliates have been contributing to community prosperity and sustainable trade since 1919. CN is committed to programs supporting social responsibility and environmental stewardship. At CN, we work as ONE TEAM, focused on safety, sustainability and our customers, providing operational and supply chain excellence to deliver results.

At CN, we are dedicated to building North America's safest, most inclusive and sustainable railroad, which includes reflecting the communities in which we operate. Research shows that candidates from underrepresented groups often don't apply unless they feel they fit the job posting at 100%. Even if you don't see yourself in every job requirement listed in a posting, we still encourage you to apply. If you require an accommodation for the recruitment process (including alternate formats of materials, accessible meeting rooms or other accommodations), please reach out to our team at

As an equal employment opportunity employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, and other protected status as required by applicable law. We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only candidates under consideration will be contacted. Please monitor your email on a regular basis, as communication is primarily made through email.



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