Ready to lead where strategy meets transformation? Step into a role that amplifies your impact—shaping teams, driving innovation, and influencing the future of an entire organization.

Why This Role Matters

At ERM, we partner with global organizations to create safe, sustainable operations that protect people, the planet, and profitability. As a Principal Consultant, Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) (Casual) based in Western Canada, you’ll be at the forefront of shaping EHS strategies for some of the world’s most influential companies. This is your opportunity to lead high-impact projects, influence executive decision‑making, and drive measurable change in industries that matter. This is a Casual employment contract.

What Your Impact Is

You’ll serve as a trusted advisor to clients, guiding them through complex regulatory landscapes and sustainability frameworks. Your expertise will help organizations reduce risk, achieve compliance, and embed best practices into their operations. From auditing to strategy development, you’ll play a critical role in advancing ERM’s mission of delivering innovative solutions for a safer, more sustainable future. This is a casual employment contract, with work offered on an as‑needed basis. Assignments and hours will vary depending on business and client demand and are not guaranteed.

What You'll Bring

- Bachelor's degree in environmental, sustainability, health & safety science, engineering, or related discipline.
- 6+ years of EHS experience in consulting or industry, ideally with exposure in Canada and internationally.
- Applied experience designing, building and implementing EHS management systems.




- Proven ability to assess EHS management systems across high‑hazard sectors (mining, oil & gas, petrochemicals, pulp & paper, power generation).
- Experience leading or supporting EHS incident management programs including investigation, analysis, development of corrective actions, and communication of learnings.
- Strong understanding of Canadian EHS regulatory requirements.
- Dynamic communication skills; able to engage senior leaders and frontline teams alike.
- Prior project management experience with ability to manage complex projects independently and collaboratively.
- Willingness to travel on multi‑day audits.
- Driver's License Required: This position requires a valid driver's license and/or the ability to operate a vehicle due to the nature of job duties, which include frequent travel to various client locations across a large geographical area.

Attributes

- Demonstrated ownership mindset and bias for action.
- Strong stakeholder and peer engagement and relationship‑building capability.
- 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.

Preferred

- Master's degree in environmental, sustainability, or related field.
- 10+ years of EHS experience with global exposure.
- Lead auditor trained in ISO‑based standards (ISO 19011, 14001, 45001).
- Skilled certifications such as EP (EMS LA), EP (CEA), CSRP, P.Eng., or similar.
- Familiarity with data analytics and digital solutions for EHS systems.
- Training and experience with EHS incident and event investigation methodologies (e.g., ICAM, 5‑Whys, causal tree analysis).

Key Responsibilities

- Lead audits for EHS compliance, management systems, and sustainability frameworks—individually or as part of a team.
- Lead or support development and implementation of EHS management systems.
- Facilitate client learning from events, incidents, and routine operations to strengthen ways of work and process improvement.
- Develop strategies, processes, and tools to strengthen client EHS programs.
- Support ERM’s Safe and Sustainable Operations team in meeting international mining standards (ICMM, CopperMark, Cyanide Code, TSM).
- Manage national and global projects, ensuring safety, efficiency, and excellence.
- Deliver training, in‑field coaching, and impactful presentations.
- Build and maintain strong client relationships, driving repeat business and long‑term partnerships.
- Collaborate across ERM’s global network to share best practices and innovate solutions.

Pay

For the Principal Consultant, Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) (Casual) position, the anticipated hourly pay is $62.25–$76.15 (CAD). Actual pay will de

📌 Principal Consultant, Environmental Health and Safety (Vancouver)
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