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About the position:

As the Regional Health and Safety Manager, you will play a critical role in implementing Univar’s strategic initiatives to achieve world-class standards in protecting the health and safety of our employees. This position provides leadership and guidance to regional operations, ensuring compliance with all applicable regulations and fostering a strong safety culture. You will act as a liaison between national health and safety programs and regional operations, lead audits, support emergency response planning, and drive continuous improvement in EHS performance.

Site Locations: The position is primarily based in Abbotsford, BC. You will have oversight of our three regional locations: Abbotsford, Pitt Meadows, and North Vancouver.

What You’ll Do:

• Ensure compliance with government regulations and company standards across regional branches.
• Serve as a resource for leadership, Joint Health & Safety Committees, and employees to promote safety culture.
• Guide and participate in EHS risk assessments and certifications (ISO Standards, Responsible Distribution Canada).
• Lead emergency response planning and act as regional technical advisor for ERAP
• Conduct and support incident investigations, root cause analysis, and corrective actions.
• Deliver EHS training programs (New Hire Orientation, TDG, WHMIS, etc.).
• Lead EHS audits and assist operations in addressing findings.
• Maintain knowledge of federal, provincial, and local health and safety regulations and emerging requirements.
• Other duties as required.

Qualifications and Preferred Experience:

• 7+ years of health and safety oversight for multiple locations, ideally in chemical or related industries
• Bachelor’s degree in chemical engineering, Environmental Health & Safety, or equivalent experience.
• Thorough familiarity with OSHA and provincial equivalents for chemical facilities.
• Demonstrated ability to manage compliance, conduct audits, and develop training programs.
• Strong communication and leadership skills with the ability to influence and motivate teams.

What We Offer:

• Paid training and development programs at every level.
• Career advancement and mentoring opportunities.
• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits (medical, dental, extended health, life insurance).
• Employee Resource Networks advocating for diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Pay and Benefits:
The annual expected salary range for this position is $90,000 - 120,000. The specific salary offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors including the candidate’s relevant experience, education, training, certifications, qualifications, and work location.

Univar Solutions is a leading, global distributor of chemicals and ingredients essential to the safety, health, and well-being of our daily lives - from life-saving medicines and vitamins to hand sanitizers and industrial materials used for cleaning, construction, and more. Our global team of more than 9,500 employees support our vision to redefine distribution and be the most valued chemical and ingredient distributor on the planet!

We offer a Total Rewards package that includes market aligned pay and incentives as well as a diverse benefit offering to support our employees’ physical, emotional, and financial well-being.

Univar Solutions supports sustainable solutions for the world around us so that we can do our part to help keep our communities healthy, fed, clean, and safe!

We are committed to a diverse workforce and a culture of inclusion. Together, we are building a culture that acknowledges and respects the unique experiences, perspectives, and expertise of every employee. Through our dedicated Employee Resource Networks, we provide the development and growth opportunities to empower us to redefine our industry while making a difference in our communities.

Univar Solutions is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against based on their race, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected classification. #LI-SR1

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