Job Description
The EHS Assistant will assist the Environmental, Health and Safety Department in the implementation and enforcement of the environmental, health and safety program.
RESPONSIBILITIES FOR EHS ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT
• Practice safe working techniques and enforce the EHS policies, guidelines and procedures as set out by the Company.
• Assist with inspections, assessments, surveys and program evaluations to identify potential hazards, and ensure compliance with all applicable safety and environmental rules and regulations.
• Assist in the investigation of accidents, employee injuries, near misses and/or situations where safety procedures were not followed and complete the appropriate reports and/or other paperwork necessary.
• Assist with the follow up after an accident, incident or near miss situation to ensure the appropriate corrective actions have been implemented to prevent recurrence of a similar situation.
• Perform routine inspections of various life safety
• Perform administrative duties related to department records and files.
• Assist with the approval of Safety supplies and equipment for the company.
• Assist with the administration of Workers’ Compensation program.
• Assist with Workers’ Compensation record keeping.
• Provide support and assistance in the preparation, compilation and distribution of safety reports as needed.
• Regularly communicate with the Human Resources Department regarding updates or corrections of company policies, Workers’ Compensation claims and/or the search and selection of light duty positions for employees on restrictive duty because of a current Workers’ Compensation claim.
• Assist the EHS Department with administrative functions, such as setting up meetings with various individuals, departments and/or third parties.
• Perform other administrative duties such as typing letters/memos, faxing, copying, and distributing items as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications for EHS Administrative Assistant
• High school degree required; some college preferred.
• 1-3 years of experience in Occupational Safety.
• Knowledge of Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) laws and regulations.
• Knowledge of Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) rules and regulations.
• Knowledge of Workers’ Compensation laws.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Power Point and Outlook).
• Ability to effectively communicate with employees at all levels.
• Effective and efficient at conducting trainings and orientations.
• Ability to be a team player and to build and maintain relationships both internal and external.
• Strong written and verbal skills.
• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
Company Description
The heart of GFL is found in the people who help us thrive. While we’re proud to provide well-maintained equipment and state-of-the-art facilities to get the job done, GFL takes even more pride in the talented and dedicated people we employ to help ensure that our customers’ diverse waste and environmental management needs are handled safely and efficiently. At Green For Life, we enforce practical and safe work scheduling for all team members and maintain competitive wages plus comprehensive benefits packages. GFL places the highest priority on the health and safety of the people involved in all aspects of our work. We invest in extensive safety training opportunities and work with institutes across North America to provide frontline instruction through industry-leading experts. From our first-class knowledge and strict regulatory compliance to our wide range of evaluation policies — GFL is committed to ensuring that all of our services are performed with the utmost attention to safety.