Environment, Health & Safety Coordinator

Sunrise Farms is a group of companies with primary focus in the poultry industry.

From our hatcheries to our “ready to eat” state of the art cooking facilities we service customers in the retail, food service and industrial sectors. We are proud of our support of the Canadian farm as well as our investment in the latest equipment and technologies at our facilities across Canada. Our test kitchens have the most current cooking equipment replicating that used in commercial establishments, to facilitate precision testing. This way you know the product you receive will perform to your expectations. We are proud of our long-standing partnerships with family-owned Canadian chicken farmers to produce high quality products.

Role:

This role is responsible for the promotion, implementation, and improvement of the facilities Environmental and Occupational Health and Safety programs. Key responsibilities include implementing approved health and safety initiatives to ensure compliance with applicable Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) legislation, conducting regular facility and equipment inspections to identify potential hazards, and recommending appropriate preventive measures. The position also involves investigating workplace incidents and occupational illnesses, as well as supporting overall health and wellness initiatives within the facility.

Responsibilities

• Foster a culture of safety by promoting shared responsibility and active participation from all employees at all levels within the facility.
• Oversee the day-to-day management of the health & safety initiatives within the facility to ensure a safe working environment.
• Perform daily on-the-production floor job observations to ensure safety procedures are understood, followed, and continually improved.
• Prepare WorkSafeBC documentation and monitor workplace injury claims.
• Coordinate the activities of the Joint Occupational Health and Safety Committee.
• Implement, manage, and continuously improve safety programs.
• Identify hazardous conditions and unsafe practices.
• Promote the understanding and the consistent application of EHS procedures (e.g., Lockout/Tagout, Fall Protection, etc.) through training, communication, and ongoing reinforcement.
• Develop and recommend corrective actions and follow up to ensure timely completion.
• Ensure thorough and timely incident reports and investigations, including the completion and quality review of all the quality of supporting documentation.
• Support the coordination of return-to-work and modified duty programs for injured or recovering employees.
• Maintain and update Job Safety Analysis and assist in the development of safe work practices and procedures.
• Provide support, advice, and guidance on all health and safety matters.
• Prepare and analyze reports and statistical data related to EHS performance and incidents.
• Assist in delivering new employee orientation and ongoing safety training programs.
• Work closely with plant and corporate management to audit and enforce all Environment, Health and Safety policies and procedures.
• Perform other duties assigned to support EHS as required.
  
  

Requirements

• A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited University in a related field, or Diploma from a recognized Occupational Health and Safety certification program.
• 3-5 years’ experience administering OHS policies and ensuring legislative compliance.
• Proven experience implementing health and safety programs, preferably within a manufacturing environment.
• Comprehensive knowledge of British Columbia’s Occupational Health and Safety legislation, combined with training in hazard identification, risk assessment, and control.
• Experience managing Return-To-Work and modified work programs.
• Requires regular mobility throughout the production area, including standing, walking, and navigating around equipment and workstations.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with both unionized employees and management teams.
• A proactive, self-motivated individual capable of working independently as well as part of a team.
• Excellent time management skills and can prioritize tasks and meet deadlines effectively.
• A willingness to learn and take the initiative, with a strong focus on achieving exceptional EHS results and driving continual improvement.
• Demonstrates integrity, transparency, and strong work ethic in professional interactions.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in data management.
• Very proficient in the use of Microsoft Office applications, particularly Word, Excel, and Teams.
• Excellent analytical, problem solving, and organizational abilities.
  
  

Nice to Have

• CRSP designation is an asset.
• Claims Management experience.
• Manufacturing experience and an understanding of process safety.
  
  

$75,000 - $80,000 a year

At Sunrise Farms we are proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified individuals, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or any other identifying characteristic are encouraged to apply.

Please note that the expected new hire salary range provided is derived from a group of like roles within Sunrise Farms. The final offer amount for this role will be dependent on geographical region, applicable experience, and skillset of the candidate.