Environment, Health, and Safety Coordinator

Job Description

BIOVECTRA, now a part of Agilent, is recognized as a leader in the contract development and manufacturing space of active pharmaceutical ingredients specializing in clinical-to-commercial scale production for microbial fermentation, synthetic small molecules including ADC, HPAPI, plasmid DNA, mRNA, LNP and sterile filling capabilities. With over 650 employees at both the Windsor, NS and Charlottetown, PEI sites, BIOVECTRA supports over 100 clients, including over 20 top pharma and biotech companies.

BIOVECTRA joined Agilent in 2024 and is part of Agilent’s Advanced Manufacturing Partnerships Division (AMPD), which also contains Agilent’s Nucleic Acid Solutions Division. With BIOVECTRA, Agilent aims to align advanced manufacturing capabilities, expertise, and resources to foster greater innovation and operational excellence. Within AMPD, you will have the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies and collaborate with a team of dedicated professionals committed to revolutionizing advanced manufacturing, making a significant impact in the industry and, most importantly, improving patient care through the manufacture of better therapeutics.

The EHS Coordinator is responsible for performing environmental, health, and safety duties. These responsibilities include providing technical support, training, implementation and maintenance of the environment, health and safety system. The EHS Coordinator is an integral member of the EHS Department and will assist in enhancing the organization's ability to proactively coordinate EHS and ensure BIOVECTRA facilities comply with current EHS legislation and industry best practice.

• Developing, implementing, and maintaining written EHS programs, policies, and procedures.

• Ensuring EHS compliance with municipal, provincial, and federal regulations.

• Maintaining and safety data sheets for facility’s chemical inventory.

• Ensuring compliance with provincial spill reporting requirements.

• Providing training to employees on company’s procedures.

• Monitoring, measuring, and reporting on BIOVECTRA's EHS performance.

• Providing support to staff by having a visible presence, promoting EHS initiatives, goals and objectives. as well as chairing JOSH meetings.

• Providing assistance to supervisors in incident investigations, identifying root causes, reporting, documenting and follow-up.

• Conducting internal EHS Audits and workplace inspections.

• Preparing and submitting annual reporting requirements as required.

• Adhere to BIOVECTRA's Health and Safety Policy as outlined in Occupational Health and Safety Policy, Statements of Principle, and Responsibilities.

• Additional duties assigned, based on business needs.

Qualifications

• Post-Secondary Education with a Diploma in Occupational Health & Safety or an equivalent level of work experience.
• 4+ years EHS experience in an industrial manufacturing environment, preferably GMP.
• Knowledge of Provincial Health & Safety Act and Regulations an asset.
• Experience delivering Occupational Health and Safety training an asset.
• Knowledge of the principles of EHS Management systems an asset.
• Knowledge of environmental regulations is required.
• Experience in industrial hygiene would be considered an asset.
• Ability to multi-task and interchange when required.
• Efficient at prioritization and scheduling.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Proficient communicator, both written and oral.
• Strong computer skills in various software applications such as Word and Excel to prepare documents and reports.
• Ability to lead meetings and give presentations.

Additional Details

This job has a full time weekly schedule.

The full-time equivalent pay range for this position is $93,521.00 - $146,126.00/yr CAD plus eligibility for bonus, stock and benefits. Our pay ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. During the hiring process, a recruiter can share more about the specific pay range for a preferred location. Pay and benefit information by country are available at: https://careers.agilent.com/locations

Agilent Technologies Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other protected categories under all applicable laws.

Travel Required:

25% of the Time

Shift:

Day

Duration:

No End Date

Job Function:

Workplace Services