Sustainability & Environment Coordinator (Contract)

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Sustainability & Environment Coordinator (Contract)

Requisition ID: 7229

Location:

Edmonton, AB, CA, T5J 2J1

Pay Type

WHO IS LAFARGE?

As a global leader in innovative and sustainable building solutions, Lafarge is enabling greener cities, smarter infrastructure and improving living standards around the world. With sustainability at the core of our strategy, we are becoming a net-zero company, with our people and communities at the heart of our success. We are driving circular construction as a world leader in recycling to build more with less. It’s all thanks to our 70,000 talented people around the world who are passionate about building progress for people and the planet through four business segments: Cement, Ready-Mix Concrete, Aggregates and Solutions & Products.

WHO ARE LAFARGE PEOPLE?

Lafarge people are passionate about finding better ways to build. They embrace innovation and improvement with a pioneering spirit. They work as trusted partners, creating better solutions and experiences for their customers, communities, and colleagues.

Objective

To support the Manager of Sustainability and Environment (S&E), Northern Alberta (NAB) in environmental and regulatory compliance, sustainability reporting, stakeholder management, and other related activities to advance the business needs of Northern Alberta.

This position is a 12-month parental leave contract.

Overview

This position assists the Manager of S&E, NAB, to optimize environmental management practices throughout the NAB market area, and supports all product line operational efforts to identify risks, comply with environmental legal and Lafarge requirements. This position will work to operationalize and track sustainability commitments in the market area and support data collection and reporting, while being an advocate for Lafarge’ sustainability strategy and improved sustainability performance. This position requires working with the S&E Manager to develop, maintain, and implement the Environment Management System (EMS) and all related elements.

Responsibilities

Supports Lafarge health and safety commitment by ensuring all work is executed in a safe manner. Obeys all safety guidelines at Lafarge operations and construction sites.
Identify opportunities and develop, assemble, and update environmental materials required for NAB operations to meet company EMS requirements.
Provide support, implementation, management, and guidance for site operations regarding compliance with provincial and federal regulations, municipal bylaws, corporate environmental requirements, and industry standards.
Assist with applications for approvals, licenses and permits, for new or existing operations.
Assist with environmental and sustainability training programs for NAB Lafarge personnel, and ensure adequate records are maintained.
Assist with environmental Key Performance Indicator (KPI) assessments of NAB operations.
Manage NAB operations’ monitoring and sampling programs (air, water, and soil), including performing field sampling, and ensure programs are tracked and reported.
Perform environmental audits and inspections according to company standards, and work with operations to address issues.
Perform erosion and sediment control monitoring and general environmental monitoring for project work; create and revise construction environmental management plans as required.
Keep current with all federal, provincial, and local environmental legal requirements, and advise the Environment Manager and operations personnel of key changes.
Assist in the completion and submission of required regulatory reports for NAB operations.
Assist with local due diligence projects for acquisitions, divestments, or information requests / evaluations as needed.
Assist operations in responding to environmental incidents, and resolving environmental issues.
Assist with community relations and public affairs programs and be an ambassador for Lafarge’s sustainability programs.
Assist with the implementation and support of Regional and Global Lafarge Environmental Sustainability initiatives. 
Serve as a role model in areas of leadership, teamwork, customer focus, continuous improvement, safety, and environmental stewardship to ensure alignment with the company’s vision and critical success factors.
Provide project management as needed for day-to-day activities, and special projects.
Compile area environment data, present summaries, and submit reports to the Environment Manager and operations personnel when requested.
Participate with various environmental award application preparation/submittals (internal, government, industry, NGOs).

Relationship With Other Jobs

Sustainability and Environment Managers
Land 
Communications
Health & Safety
Operations Managers and Supervisors

Qualification Profile

Minimum technical diploma, or University degree in Earth Sciences, Biology Environmental Studies, or Civil Engineering or related discipline.
Experience working with operations through a corporate function
Working knowledge of federal, provincial, and municipal environmental laws
Experience working with stakeholders and dealing with public affairs matters considered an asset
Experience conducting environmental compliance audits and sampling 
Valid driver's license and a clean driver's abstract

Knowledge & Skills

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Excellent research and problem solving skills
Attention to detail and prioritizes accuracy
Analytical and critical thinking skills
Experience developing, facilitating and delivering environmental training 
Computer proficiency in MS Office
Comfortable dealing with public
High degree of professionalism
Self-starter who is able to work independently

As part of our dedicated focus on the health and safety of all employees, a pre-employment medical, including drug and alcohol testing and a criminal record check, may be required.

Your Lafarge Experience

At Lafarge, there is endless opportunity for you to play your part. Whether you’re in a technical, managerial, or frontline role, you can shape a career that works for you. With us you’ll have the chance to embrace the passion we share for our planet. You’ll be encouraged to seek out diverse perspectives, share your ideas and build the skills and connections you need to perform at your best. Because it’s only when we work together in a culture where everyone thrives, that we can build the world we all want to live in. 

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