Job Title: Environment, Health & Safety AssistantReports to: Manager, Environment, Health and SafetyType: Temporary, Part-Time (Term ending December 31, 2026)Closing Date: August 24, 2026The OpportunityReporting 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 skilled.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 processesAssist with updating programs, procedures, safe work practices, forms, checklists and guidance materialsTrack corrective and preventive actions, request status updates and flag overdue or incomplete itemsResearch emerging EHS risks, best practices and legislative changes and prepare briefingsSupport follow-up related to incidents, near misses and non-conformances under the direction of EHS staffCollect, enter, verify and organize environmental and safety dataMaintain inspection, sampling, training, hazardous-material, Safety Data Sheet and corrective-action recordsCompile metrics, charts, dashboards and status reports and identify missing, inconsistent or overdue dataCoordinate training logistics, attendance records, materials, catering, room or virtual-session requirements and follow-upAssist in developing safety talks, posters, alerts, handouts,



presentations and environmental awareness resourcesSupport EHS campaigns, events, exercises and committee activitiesFollow 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 elevate 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 consideredFoundational knowledge of environmental and occupational health and safety legislation, management systems, inspections, environmental sampling, hazardous materials and safe work practicesStrong Microsoft Office, data-entry, digital document-management and organizational skillsStrong attention to detail and the ability to review data for accuracy and completeness and identify missing, inconsistent or overdue informationEffective written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills, with the ability to work collaboratively and coordinate information with internal and external stakeholdersAbility to manage assigned work, prioritize routine deadlines and follow established procedures, checklists and guidanceAbility to maintain the confidentiality and security of sensitive information and recordsAbility to work in facilities, operational areas and outdoors as required and to wear assigned personal protective equipment
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📌 Environment, Health & Safety Assistant (Manitoba)
🏢 Winnipeg Airports Authority
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