Description:

Kelly Services has partnered with a client in Markham, ON to recruit for the role of Environmental Health Safety Coordinator on a contract for 6 months.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate EHS-related activities with external contractors (construction, maintenance, waste management, calibration, validation, etc.).
• Ensure contractors comply with company EHS policies, site rules, and regulatory requirements.
• Review contractor risk assessments, method statements, permits, and safety documentation prior to work.
• Conduct contractor site orientations, safety briefings, and toolbox talks.
• Monitor contractor activities on-site and address unsafe conditions or behaviors immediately.

• Assist in implementing and maintaining EHS programs, procedures, and work instructions.
• Conduct routine safety inspections, audits, and observations in manufacturing and support areas.
• Support incident reporting, investigations, and corrective/preventive actions (CAPA).
• Assist with emergency preparedness activities, drills, and response coordination.

• Support environmental compliance activities such as waste segregation, hazardous material handling, and disposal.
• Assist with air, water, and chemical management programs as applicable.
• Maintain EHS records, logs, and documentation in accordance with ISO 14001, ISO 45001, and FDA/QSR expectations.

• Support EHS training programs for employees and contractors.
• Track training completion and maintain accurate training records.
• Act as a point of contact for EHS-related questions from operations and contractors.

• Identify EHS risks and improvement opportunities within manufacturing and contractor activities.
• Support EHS initiatives aimed at reducing incidents, improving compliance, and enhancing safety culture.

Qualifications

• Diploma, Associate's, or Bachelor's degree in EHS, Occupational Safety, Environmental Science, Engineering, or related field.
• 1-3 years of experience in an EHS role, preferably in manufacturing or regulated industries (medical device, pharmaceutical, biotech).
• Experience working with or managing outside contractors strongly preferred