Law Society auditor examining law firm records for By - Law and conduct - rule compliance. Preparing audit reports, recommending improvements, and escalating serious regulatory breaches.
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Technical Consulting Director, Environment, Health & Safety, Auditor, Risk Specialist
Posted 3 weeks ago
About the role
- EHS consulting director leading audits, risk management, and sustainability initiatives for ERM, a global sustainability consultancy. Advising clients across high-hazard industries and strengthening compliance and operational performance.
Responsibilities
- Lead audits for EHS compliance, management systems, and sustainability frameworks, independently or as part of a multidisciplinary team.
- Develop strategies, processes, and tools that strengthen client EHS programs and support long-term operational excellence.
- Support ERM’s Safe and Sustainable Operations team in meeting international mining standards, including ICMM, CopperMark, Cyanide Code, and TSM requirements.
- Manage national and global projects while maintaining focus on safety, efficiency, quality, and client service.
- Deliver training programs, in-field coaching, and presentations that support organizational learning and capability building.
- Build and maintain strong client relationships that drive repeat business, trusted partnerships, and long-term growth.
- Collaborate across ERM’s global network to share best practices, leverage technical expertise, and develop innovative solutions for complex EHS challenges.
- Provide expert guidance, conduct comprehensive audits, and develop risk management strategies to improve compliance, EHS performance, and sustainability.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in environmental, sustainability, health & safety science, engineering, or related discipline.
- 8+ years of EHS experience in consulting or industry, ideally with exposure in Canada and internationally.
- Proven ability to assess EHS management systems across high-hazard sectors (mining, oil & gas, petrochemicals, pulp & paper, power generation).
- Strong understanding of Canadian EHS regulatory requirements.
- Experience with EHS risk identification, assessment, and management.
- Experience leading incident investigation and root cause analysis.
- Experience leading EHS audits.
- Dynamic communication skills with the ability to engage senior leaders and frontline teams alike.
- Willingness to travel on multi-day audits.
- Valid driver's license and/or ability to operate a company vehicle.
- Preferred: Master’s degree in environmental, sustainability, or related field, or equivalent experience.
- Preferred: 12+ years of EHS experience in consulting or industry, ideally with exposure in Canada and internationally.
- Lead auditor training in ISO-based standards (ISO 19011, ISO 14001, ISO 45001).
- Professional certifications such as EP (EMS LA), EP (CEA), CSRP, P.Eng., or similar.
- Familiarity with data analytics and digital solutions for EHS systems.
- Bilingual in French, Spanish, and/or English.
- Demonstrated ownership mindset and bias for action.
- Strong stakeholder engagement, peer collaboration, and relationship-building skills.
- Ability to navigate ambiguity and make decisions with incomplete information.
- High emotional intelligence and self-awareness.
- Proven ability to influence and build consensus across diverse stakeholder groups.
- Continuous improvement mindset with demonstrated examples of learning from experience.
- Practical understanding of how technology and data can improve EHS performance and operational effectiveness.
Benefits
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Life insurance
- Disability insurance
- AD&D insurance
- RRSP/DPSP
- Other applicable benefits to eligible employees
- Reasonable accommodations available on request for candidates with disabilities
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