The Site HSE Specialist reports to Site HSE Manager and is responsible for the development, management and execution of Health, Safety, Environmental & Security within the confines of the site. Depending upon the needs of the site, this role will focus on Safety and Environmental initiatives. They support the site management team to foster a caring culture where safety, health and environment are ingrained as a core value equal to other business functions within the site. Partners with other key functions on initiatives including Engineering, Operations, P&O, Quality, S&F to develop and deliver site-based goals and plans. Effectively leads, coaches and develops operations line supervision to be effective HSE leaders/coaches in their respective positions

What are we looking for?

• Bachelor’s degree (or higher degree) in science (ex. engineering, chemistry, safety, IH, etc.) is preferred.
• 1-5 years’ experience in implementing safety, environmental and/or industrial hygiene programs in a manufacturing arena.
• Strong safety regulatory knowledge and expertise required including OHSA, EPA and provincial regulations.
• Demonstrated leadership in driving a program/system of safety and/or environmental.
• Experience with hazard recognition, behavioral-based safety, job hazard analysis and Process Hazards Analysis desired.
• Must have a good working knowledge of safety, and health standards in order to conduct audits and perform evaluations.
• Ability to interact with site level manufacturing/business management, community, elected officials and non-government organizations as well as, state and federal regulatory agencies
• Strong written and verbal communication skills including a high level of comfort developing and delivering training and motivational presentations to all levels of associates is a must
• Development of digital tools is a plus (e.g. PowerBI, digital forms)
• Experience in management of Security function is a plus.
• Recognized third party certification or working towards one (CRSP or CSP) is a plus.

What will be your key responsibilities?

Principal Accountabilities – Core

• Ensure Site maintains continuous “audit ready” state of compliance with company and governmental HSE Standards.
• Responsible for the development, deployment of all Company HSE Standards as they specifically apply to the site.
• Deployment of the HSE Pillar (Lean Manufacturing/TPM) activities and programs
• Accountable for the execution of all site Environmental Permit Compliance, including Air, Stormwater, Water, Spill Control, and Wastewater. Ensures all testing required through permits and company standards are met on time.
• Executes proper management of the sites hazardous waste management activities to ensure 100% compliance with federal, state, local and company regulations and standards.
• Maintains the onsite environmental manuals and updates according to Mars standard and schedule.
• Ensures all shipments of hazardous materials and wastes are done in compliance with TDG regulations.
• Develop and deploy the site specific HSE Programs and Plans to position the site as a best in class organization.
• Delivers training and coaching to establish clear understanding by all site associates on HSE expectations.
• Leads the effective implementation and utilization of risk assessment and risk prediction processes at the site and drives for appropriate mitigation measures to lower associate risk. Ensures effective communication and understanding by all affected associates.
• Develops a prioritized, multi-tiered risk based prioritization plan. Works with site and central resources to execute on plan.
• Ensures investigation of all HSE related incidents utilizing specific tools to drive to root cause and identify actions to prevent recurrence. Drives completion of recognized corrective actions to prevent incident recurrence are effectively implemented, this includes execution of corrective actions developed from other site incidents.
• Collaborates with the site management team to ensure effective injury case management process.
• Serves as the site level HSE technical expert, providing technical expertise/coaching as needed in all areas and initiatives of the function including capital project review and risks management associated with non-capital modifications.
• Must have the tact, motivational managerial skills to achieve desired results through an influence model where direct lines of authority do not exist.
• Uses a data driven approach to manage, modify and prioritize site HSE direction. Shares and utilize data to influence, motivate, measure and drive continuous improvement. Upwardly communicate performance toward company goals for safety and the environment.
• Provides and collaborates with onsite temporary labor management to ensure HSE goals are mutually met.
• Develops, delivers and participates in risk reduction reviews of process hazards and combustible dusts. Drives and participates in projects aimed at lowering risks associated with these activities.
• Leads and ensures the site Plant Emergency Organization has the tools, skills and knowledge to effectively respond to plant HSE emergencies.
• Leads site efforts to measure and improve Industrial Hygiene Risk. This includes but is not limited to: ergonomics, respirable dust, noise and chemical exposure. Coordinates all necessary IH and audiometric monitoring.
• Co-chair of site JHSC for improving safety and environmental performance. Ensure HSE systems are implemented and maintained effectively. Champions the site Behavior Based Safety effort. Although this program is associate lead, the site HSE Technician will provide the team with the needed influence and guidance to be successful. Also uses BBS data to shape the overall site HSE strategy.
• Owns the overall site Contractor Safety program to reduce risk associate with construction and trade contactor activity. Ensures project managers are accountable for proper management of contactors.
• Owns and executes site security requirements in order to meet corporate standards.
• Execute HSE training for all associates and manage overall system to insure proper operation.
• Support aspects of site security system as required: oversees general access rights, access point drawings, etc.
• Supports the Mars Global Security Program by implementing standards and best practices.
• Coordinate overall activities of site security staff.
• Manage Risk Management activities associated with asset conservation and property loss control. Drives timely corrective actions to third party loss risk assessments and audits.
• Works with third party risk control experts to ensure compliance with company standards on new projects. Supports audit efforts to maintain and improve favorable insurance ratings.

Principal Accountabilities – Support

• Supports the site management team to foster a caring culture where safety, health and environment are ingrained as a core value equal to other business functions within the site.
• Partners with other key functions on initiatives including Engineering, Operations, P&O, Quality, S&F to develop and deliver site based goals and plans.
• The Site HSE Specialist collaborates with other function leaders to drive overall business objectives of the site.
• Effectively leads, coaches and develops operations line supervision to be effective HSE leaders/coaches in their respective positions.

What can you expect from Mars?

• Work with over 130,000 diverse and talented Associates, all guided by the Five Principles.
• Join a purpose driven company, where we’re striving to build the world we want tomorrow, today.
• Best-in-class learning and development support from day one, including access to our in-house Mars University.
• An industry competitive salary and benefits package, including company bonus.

Mars is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you need assistance or an accommodation during the application process because of a disability, it is available upon request. The company is pleased to provide such assistance, and no applicant will be penalized as a result of such a request.