Job Title: Environment, Health & Safety Assistant

Reports to: Manager, Workplace, Health and Safety

Type: Temporary, Part-Time (Term ending December 31, 2026)

Closing Date: August 24, 2026 The Opportunity

Reporting to the Manager, Environment, Health and Safety, the Environment, Health & Safety Assistant provides administrative and technical support for WAA’s environmental and occupational health and safety (EHS) programs and processes.

This role collects and maintains EHS data and documentation, tracks corrective actions, supports training and awareness initiatives, participates in inspections and workplace observations, and escalates non-routine or high-risk matters to the appropriate EHS professional.

The successful candidate is organized, detail-oriented and collaborative, with an interest in environmental and workplace safety and the ability to maintain accurate records, coordinate routine activities and follow established processes.

Responsibilities include: Support the implementation and ongoing maintenance of environmental and occupational health and safety programs and processes

Assist with updating programs, procedures, safe work practices, forms, checklists and guidance materials

Track corrective and preventive actions, request status updates and flag overdue or incomplete items

Research emerging EHS risks, best practices and legislative changes and prepare briefings

Support follow-up related to incidents, near misses and non-conformances under the direction of EHS staff

Collect, enter, verify and organize environmental and safety data

Maintain inspection, sampling, training, hazardous-material, Safety Data Sheet and corrective-action records

Compile metrics, charts, dashboards and status reports and identify missing, inconsistent or overdue data

Coordinate training logistics, attendance records, materials, catering, room or virtual-session requirements and follow-up

Assist in developing safety talks, posters, alerts, handouts,



presentations and environmental awareness resources

Support EHS campaigns, events, exercises and committee activities

Follow up with employees, tenants, contractors and vendors to obtain information or confirm completion of required actions Participate in environmental and safety inspections and workplace observations, accurately record conditions and findings and escalate hazards or unusual conditions Perform other related duties and projects as assigned in support of safety, environmental stewardship and continuous improvement Selection Criteria include: Completion of at least the first year of a recognized post-secondary program in environmental science, environmental technology, occupational health and safety or a related discipline; equivalent relevant training or experience may be considered

Foundational knowledge of environmental and occupational health and safety legislation, management systems, inspections, environmental sampling, hazardous materials and protected work practices

Strong Microsoft Office, data-entry, digital document-management and organizational skills

Strong attention to detail and the ability to review data for accuracy and completeness and identify missing, inconsistent or overdue information

Effective written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills, with the ability to work collaboratively and coordinate information with internal and external stakeholders

Ability to manage assigned work, prioritize routine deadlines and follow established procedures, checklists and guidance

Ability to maintain the confidentiality and security of sensitive information and records

Ability to work in facilities, operational areas and outdoors as required and to wear assigned personal protective equipment Work with us! Highly competitive salary

Employee Assistance Program

Supported Training & Development opportunities

Opportunity to work with a high-functioning team of professionals working on a diversified portfolio

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