EHS & Regulatory Director

BWXT Canada Ltd., a leader in the nuclear energy industry, is seeking a seasoned **Director of Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) and Regulatory Affairs** to join our Commercial Operations team. This is a strategic leadership position with national impact — ideal for a senior EHS professional with deep regulatory knowledge, particularly in the Canadian nuclear sector.

**About the Role**:
Reporting directly to the President, Commercial Operations, you will lead the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of EHS, Human Performance, and regulatory compliance programs across BWXT’s Canadian sites.

This position provides flexible work location options, allowing you to work from our Cambridge or Peterborough office, with the added benefit of hybrid flexibility.

You will serve as the primary liaison with the Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission (CNSC) and other federal, provincial, and municipal agencies, ensuring strict compliance with regulatory frameworks while advancing a strong safety culture and sustainability initiatives.

This role currently includes one direct report and may expand to include oversight of broader EHS, Human Performance, and Regulatory Affairs teams. You will work cross-functionally with executive leaders, corporate teams, site EHS staff, and external stakeholders to drive performance excellence and risk reduction.

**Key Responsibilities**:
**Strategic Leadership & Program Oversight**
- Define and execute the long-term strategy for EHS and Regulatory Affairs across BWXT Commercial Operations in Canada.
- Champion a proactive nuclear safety and human performance culture by driving policies, programs, and continuous improvement initiatives aligned with industry best practices.
- Lead internal governance of compliance, including development and rollout of corporate EHS standards, training, and performance metrics.

**Regulatory Affairs & Compliance**
- Serve as BWXT’s primary representative to the Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission (CNSC), managing all communications, inspections, licensing requirements, and compliance obligations.
- Monitor and interpret regulatory changes across federal, provincial, and municipal levels; assess business impact and lead implementation of necessary updates to policies and procedures.
- Manage all regulatory submissions, including annual CNSC compliance reports, emergency preparedness documentation, and incident response reporting.
- Represent BWXT at public hearings, industry associations, and government consultations.

**Operational Support & Risk Mitigation**
- Provide leadership and guidance to EHS managers and professionals embedded at multiple BWXT sites, ensuring consistency and alignment across locations.
- Oversee the execution of EHS audits, site inspections, and hazard identification processes; lead the closure of findings and corrective actions.
- Ensure rigorous root cause analysis and timely resolution of incidents, injuries, and near misses through structured investigation processes.
- Collaborate with operational leaders to integrate EHS risk controls into daily activities, project planning, and capital initiatives.

**Environmental & Sustainability Leadership**
- Oversee BWXT’s environmental compliance programs, including air, water, and waste reporting, spill response, and environmental impact mitigation.
- Drive sustainability initiatives to improve resource efficiency and reduce the environmental footprint of operations.
- Ensure accurate environmental reporting and interface with regulatory bodies on environmental matters and inspections.

**Training & Performance Management**
- Lead the development and implementation of systematic training programs related to safety, emergency preparedness, human performance, and regulatory compliance.
- Establish and monitor performance metrics (KPIs), using data-driven insights to guide strategic decisions and foster a culture of accountability.
- Deliver executive-level reports and briefings on EHS and regulatory performance, trends, risks, and opportunities for improvement.

**Security & Corporate Coordination**
- Coordinate with BWXT U.S. and NEC leadership on security and safety programs impacting Canadian field sites.
- Oversee physical security protocols and regulatory compliance related to site access, material handling, and information protection.

**What You Bring**:

- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Environmental Science, Occupational Health & Safety, Engineering, or related field.
- 10-15+ years’ progressive experience in EHS and regulatory affairs, ideally in the nuclear or high-hazard industries.
- In-depth knowledge of Canadian nuclear and environmental regulations (CNSC, CEPA, Canada Labour Code).
- Proven leadership of EHS teams and compliance programs in multi-site operations.
- Strong communicator with the ability to influence across all levels and engage with regulatory bodies.
- CRSP, CIH, CSP or similar professional designation strongly preferred.
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