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Dow Industrial Hygiene Specialist in Fort Saskatchewan, Alberta
At a glance
Position:Industrial Hygiene Specialist
Primary Location:Fort Saskatchewan (AB, CAN), Alberta, Canada
Schedule:Full time
Date Posted:02/26/2025
Job Number:R2059041
Position Type:Regular
Workplace Type:Onsite
At Dow, we believe in putting people first and we’re passionate about delivering integrity, respect and safety to our customers, our employees and the planet.
Our people are at the heart of our solutions. They reflect the communities we live in and the world where we do business. Their diversity is our strength. We’re a community of relentless problem solvers that offers the daily opportunity to contribute with your perspective, transform industries and shape the future. Our purpose is simple - to deliver a sustainable future for the world through science and collaboration. If you’re looking for a challenge and meaningful role, you’re in the right place.
About you and this role:
Dowhas an exciting opportunity for anIndustrial Hygiene Specialistlocated inFort Saskatchewan, Alberta, Canada.
The Industrial Hygiene (IH) Specialist leads hub or site IH compliance and implementation of the management system in industrial hygiene. Maintains the license to operate for the site or hub. Requires expanded conceptual and practical knowledge in own job discipline and broadens capabilities.
This role will support the Fort Saskatchewan Path2Zero program. The Path2Zero (P2Z) program will create the first net-zero emissions site of its kind in the world. The Fort Saskatchewan P2Z program is a key enabler to Dow’s Decarbonization strategy. Learn More:Fort Saskatchewan Path2Zero (dow.com) (http://ca.dow.com/en-ca/about/fort-saskatchewan-path2zero.html) .
Responsibilities:
Leads implementation of global IH management systems.
Leads EH&S performance improvement of assigned site.
Coordinates, implements, and optimizes IH programs and compliance programs across site.
Participates in incident investigations and the corrective action process for EH&S issues and opportunities.
Performs central review of all IH related documents and submittals to ensure consistency and compliance goals are met.
Performs Requirements Management Work Process (RWMP) roles as needed.
Initiates and supports management of change (MOC) for EH&S programs and compliance matters, as necessary.
Acts as Agency Visit protocol owner and implementer.
Manages permits including submittal of permit applications for new and modified equipment, requests for permit changes, and submittal of permit renewal applications.
Coaches, trains, and mentors EH&S technicians.
Performs site or plant gap assessments around IH work process implementation.
Develops, reviews, monitors, creates and deliver training as appropriate.
Your Skills:
Analytical Thinking:Ability to systematically and logically break down complex problems or information into smaller, more manageable parts.
Communication: Effectively exchange information and ideas between individuals or groups.
Regulatory Compliance:Ensure the organization adheres to relevant laws, regulations, and guidelines.
Group Problem Solving:Collaborate with multiple individuals to identify, analyze, and resolve issues.
Safety Assurance:Ensure the organization meets its safety objectives and maintains high safety standards.
Change Management:Ability to manage and implement change.
Qualifications:
A minimum of a bachelor’s degree or relevant military experience at or above a U.S. E6 or Canadian Petty Officer 2nd Class or Sergeant ranking.
A minimum of 3 years IH, EH&S, manufacturing or related experience required.
Radiation Safety Officer (RSO) certification.
Registered Occupational Hygienist (ROH) certification.
A minimum requirement for this position is the ability to work legally in Canada. No visa sponsorship/support is available for this position, including any type of permanent residency support.
Additional Notes:
This role is located in Fort Saskatchewan, Alberta, Canada
Relocation assistance is not available for this role.
Benefits – What Dow offers you
We invest in you.
Dow invests in total rewards programs to help you manage all aspects of you: your pay, your health, your life, your future, and your career. You bring your background, talent, and perspective to work every day. Dow rewards that commitment by investing in your total wellbeing.
Here are just a few highlights of what you would be offered as a Dow employee:
Equitable and market-competitive base pay and bonus opportunity across our global markets, along with locally relevant incentives.
Benefits and programs to support your physical, mental, financial, and social well-being, to help you get the care you need...when you need it.
Competitive retirement program that may include company-provided benefits, savings opportunities, financial planning, and educational resources to help you achieve your long term financial-goals.
Employee stock purchase programs (availability varies depending on location).
Student Debt Retirement Savings Match Program (U.S. only).
Dow will take the value of monthly student debt payments and apply them as if they are contributions to the Employees’ Savings Plan (401(k)), helping employees reach the Company match.
Robust medical and life insurance packages that offer a variety of coverage options to meet your individual needs. Travel insurance is also available in certain countries/locations.
Opportunities to learn and grow through training and mentoring, work experiences, community involvement and team building.
Workplace culture empowering role-based flexibility to maximize personal productivity and balance personal needs.
Competitive yearly vacation allowance.
Paid time off for new parents (birthing and non-birthing, including adoptive and foster parents).
Paid time off to care for family members who are sick or injured.
Paid time off to support volunteering and Employee Resource Group’s (ERG) participation.
Wellbeing Portal for all Dow employees, our one-stop shop to promote wellbeing, empowering employees to take ownership of their entire wellbeing journey.
On-site fitness facilities to help stay healthy and active (availability varies depending on location).
Employee discounts for online shopping, cinema tickets, gym memberships and more.
Additionally, some of our locations might offer:
Transportation allowance (availability varies depending on location)
Meal subsidiaries/vouchers (availability varies depending on location)
Carbon-neutral transportation incentives e.g. bike to work (availability varies depending on location)
Join our team, we can make a difference together.
About Dow
Dow (NYSE: DOW) is one of the world’s leading materials science companies, serving customers in high-growth markets such as packaging, infrastructure, mobility and consumer applications. Our global breadth, asset integration and scale, focused innovation, leading business positions and commitment to sustainability enable us to achieve profitable growth and help deliver a sustainable future. We operate manufacturing sites in 31 countries and employ approximately 35,900 people. Dow delivered sales of approximately $45 billion in 2023. References to Dow or the Company mean Dow Inc. and its subsidiaries. Learn more about us and our ambition to be the most innovative, customer-centric, inclusive and sustainable materials science company in the world by visitingwww.dow.com.
As part of our dedication to the diversity of our workforce, Dow is committed to equal opportunities in employment. We encourage every employee to bring their whole self to work each day to not only deliver more value, but also have a more fulfilling career. Further information regarding Dow's equal opportunities is available onwww.dow.com.
At Dow, diversity and inclusion are inherent in our work environment. We are committed to building a vibrant, diverse and talented employee base – and helping each employee grow and develop as part of Dow's inclusive global community. Dow has an accommodation process in place to support employees with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may call us at 1-833-My Dow HR (833-693-6947) and select option 8.