Manager, Industrial Hygiene

About the role

The Industrial Hygiene Program Manager supports managers and employees in implementing programs and procedures towards continuous improvements and excellence in health, safety, security and environmental performance.

Responsibilities

• Performing physical, biological and chemical hazard assessments and ensuring compliance with relevant procedures, programs, standards and/or regulations

• Determine appropriate sampling equipment and sampling methods

• Performing IH related field sampling and testing of physical, biological and chemical stressors including but not limited to: asbestos, silica, lead, mercury, mold, noise, non-ionizing radiation, and extreme temperature

• Recommending implementing and monitoring required engineering controls, work practice, personal protective equipment and respirators to eliminate or reduce physical, biological and chemical exposures

• Performing Confined Space Initial Hazard Assessments/Confined Space Entry Surveys and ensure surveys comply with the relevant analytical and interpretation documentation

• Arranging and/or performing compressor and breathing air quality surveys (direct reading instruments and analytical techniques), and ventilation surveys including fume hood testing

• Providing line managers and employees with survey reports indicating the results, field observations and recommendations (control measures, personal protective equipment (PPE) and respiratory protection needs if relevant)

• Providing additional support to facilities on IH related matters as required

• Acting as the liaison with internal customers and contractors to ensure IH needs are addressed and met

• Supporting the implementation of IH policies, programs and procedures

• Assisting in the development and maintenance of Safety Data Sheets, chemical Inventories and exposure databases

• Operating and maintaining IH sampling equipment including calibration, service and repair

• Developing communications, conducting training sessions and delivering presentations on IH-related subjects

• Serving as the IH subject matter expert for designated topics

• Participating in inspections, audits and program reviews

• Compiling summary information for internal reports

• Conducting research as assigned

• Collaborating effectively with other IH and OSH personnel

• Participating in internal and external training courses as required

• Other duties as assigned by your manager

Requirements

• A current Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH)

• Minimum five years of full-time IH experience

• Bachelor’s degree, issued by an accredited college or university in industrial hygiene, engineering, chemistry, physics, biology, medicine or related physical and biological sciences

• Familiarity of office procedures, methods, and equipment including computers and applicable software applications such as word processing, spreadsheets, and databases

• Working level knowledge of occupational health & safety legislation relating to general operational system, construction, waste operations, environment remediation and demolition environments

• Experience and working knowledge of specific state regulatory requirements that affect occupational health and safety

• A working knowledge of radiation protection principles would be an asset

Qualifications

• This position requires access to nuclear facilities and information governed by U.S. federal regulations. As a result, applicants must be U.S. citizens to meet eligibility and security clearance requirements.

Skills

• Current Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH)

• Office procedures, methods, and equipment including computers and applicable software applications such as word processing, spreadsheets, and databases

• Occupational health & safety legislation relating to general operational system, construction, waste operations, environment remediation and demolition environments

• Specific state regulatory requirements that affect occupational health and safety

• Radiation protection principles

Benefits

• Ensure you and your family receive the services and benefits needed to support your mental, emotional, and physical well-being

• Investment in your development through Aecon University, tuition reimbursement, and Leadership Programs

• Work environments focused on mutual respect, teamwork, collaboration, and new ideas, through meaningful initiatives, training, and partnerships with Veteran groups

• Responsible management of risk, safety, and environmental considerations across all projects and surrounding communities

Pay

Negotiable based on experience and qualifications.

Schedule

Full-time, Monday through Friday, with occasional evening and weekend work as needed.