Operations Environmental Health and Safety Manager- 20 Months Contract at The Home Depot in Toronto, ON  M3C 4H9

With a career at The Home Depot, you can be yourself and also be part of something bigger.
 

Position Description:

The Operations Environmental Health and Safety Manager (OEHSM) is responsible for developing and administering environmental health and safety programs that comply with legislation, regulations and meet company standards for health, safety, and environmental performance.  The OEHSM leads/supports project development and implementation using change management processes, manages document updates. The Health and Safety Business Process Lead reports directly to the OEHSM.  The OEHSM is responsible for leading and developing The Business Process Lead.  The OEHSM will work cross-functionally with learning, internal communications as they deliver on EHS strategy other responsibilities include, Health and Safety reporting systems, forecasting, and monitoring Health and Safety performance.

Collaboration, effective communication, balancing stakeholders, business insights, technical and analytical skills are critical to the success of this position. This role reports directly to the Senior Manager Divisional Health and Safety, and supports the Health and Safety department, and other cross-functional business partners across the Home Depot, including but not limited to learning, store operations, field operations, merchandising, legal, IT, human resources tool rental operations, Home Depot equipment services, installation services and building services.  Regulations

Position Responsibilities:

• Ensure The Home Depot’s Environment, Health and Safety practices, training, program elements, materials and equipment meet or exceed the most rigorous Government, Regulatory, Best Industry Practices or The Home Depot’s Standard in the most cost-effective manner
• Responsible for Health and Safety Business Process Lead in conducting analyses (weekly and monthly) and produce forecasts for the use in the development of Health and Safety business decisions
• Developing and coaching for the Health and Safety Business Process Lead
• Lead simplification, engineering solutions efforts and key Environmental Health and Safety projects
• Manage document updates (standards, SOPs, etc.)
• Responsible for all aspects of Home Depot EH&S policies and procedures
• Develop, test and rollout new tools and applications using an agile approach with the Health and Safety Managers and other cross functional teams such as IT, Legal, HR, Store Operations, Field Support teams based on business needs and requirements
• Work with the Learning team to prioritize Health and Safety training development.  Organize and follow up with learning and the Health and Safety Managers for execution
• Create and maintain reporting methods, tools and documents to aid stakeholders in proactive problem solving
• Develop and support and execute the Environmental Health and Safety strategy and execution of key initiatives
• Collaborate with multiple SSC functions to develop strategic initiatives, inform of trends and risks.  These include but are not limited to store operations, field operations, merchandising, legal, IT, human resources, and associate relations. 
• Conduct routine Environmental Health and Safety audits to ensure compliance with regulations and standards, and develop corrective action plans as needed to address deficiencies
• In collaboration with Legal, monitor changes to Occupational Health & Safety legislation, and prepare briefs and discussion papers on integrating changes to laws into Home Depot policies

Competencies Required:

• Develops Talent
• Communicates Effectively
• Decision Quality
• Business Insight
• Action Oriented
• Builds Networks
• Collaborates
• Technical Acumen
• Plans and Aligns
• Manages Ambiguity

Candidate Qualifications

• Must fulfill minimum time-in-position (2 year) 
• Canadian Registered Safety Professional (CRSP) designation + 5 year of Health and Safety experience.
• Analyze information, solve problems, and make appropriate decisions that support strategy and imperatives
• Effectively prioritize multiple demands; adjust to change quickly and work constructively under stress
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, including ability to constructively articulate viewpoint to various levels of associates and leadership
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint).
• Highly developed interpersonal skills for dealing with sensitive and controversial issues
• Knowledge of federal and provincial Workers Compensation and Health & Safety laws and regulations is an asset
• Strong organizational, interpersonal, communication and customer service skills

In our commitment to efficiency, consistency, and a fair hiring experience for all candidates, The Home Depot Canada uses Artificial Intelligence (AI) technology to assist with the screening and assessment of applicants for this position. This technology is used to quickly and consistently identify candidates whose skills and experience are the strongest match for the role. Our process is designed to ensure human oversight is maintained throughout the selection process.