Environmental Leader

Job Description

Onsite - This role is categorized as onsite. This means the successful candidate is expected to report to the St. Catharines Propulsion Plant on a full-time basis.

At General Motors we are committed to developing innovative solutions to complex problems. Our Sustainable Workplaces team members are focused on providing technical expertise, developing strategies, and looking ahead for the future success of GM. Our Mission within the Sustainable Workplaces organization is to bring our unique capacity to transform the environment in which we live and work thereby championing our Vision of “creating places you want to be”. 

This is an opportunity for you to join a team that proudly manufactures the V8 engine, and Dual Clutch 8-Speed Transmission. Once our products are ready for distribution, they are shipped to 4 different GM assembly plants. A new product retool is occurring at the plant to build an electric drive unit.

The GM St. Catharines Propulsion Plant is GM Canada’s first use of renewable energy with the Landfill Gas Co-Generation Plant and a great example of GM’s commitment to reduce carbon emissions from our operations. It also has been a landfill free facility since 2008 and is certified with Wildlife Habitat Council Gold Program.  

As an Environmental Leader supporting the St. Catharines Propulsion Plant, you will have the opportunity to lead the air compliance and regulatory reporting program; PCB Management and the certified ISO 14001 environmental management system while being responsible for developing programs to reduce environmental risk and improve operational efficiency. 

The Team:   The Environmental Operations Team consists of highly trained environmental professionals who serve as a first line resource for our manufacturing business partners. We are proficient at implementing robust environmental and sustainability practices into daily business decisions and operations to comply with applicable environmental laws and regulations while fostering community connection. We work collaboratively in the Sustainable Workplaces team with our service suppliers, community partners, regulatory agencies, environmental consultants, and legal counsel staff.

Key areas of responsibility include:

• Demonstrate a culture of inclusion by actively listening, embracing change and educating others to work effectively together while providing environmental training and coaching. (Be Bold)

• Grow to understand the plant manufacturing systems including production processes, wastewater discharges, storm water management, air emissions impacts, sewer systems, chemical usage, and waste management/recycling programs, to ensure effective decision-making and regulatory compliance. (It’s on Me)

• Interface with business partners and regulatory agencies to prepare required regulatory documentation and reports, schedule and perform compliance testing. (It’s on Me)

Additional Job Description

Qualifications:

• A bachelor’s degree is required, preferably in engineering or related environmental sciences; P. Eng preferred

• 3 – 5 years’ experience in environmental engineering or related science, preferably at a manufacturing operation.

• Experience with Energy REA, PTTW and Air & Storm water ECA permitting requirements.

• Understanding of manufacturing operations, preferably at more than one location.

• Demonstrated understanding of provincial, federal and municipal environmental regulations and the ability to interpret how those regulations apply to site operations and activities.

• Expertise to investigate complex environmental problems and apply sound technical judgment to develop possible solutions (e.g., complicated air regulatory reporting issue, significant waste issue, significant water permitting or compliance issue).

• Work well both independently and on teams.

• Highly developed oral and written communications skills.

• High level of interpersonal skills to work effectively with others.

• The ability to develop and lead teams.

• Experience with analytical problem-solving skills and the ability to communicate complex data or situations so that others, including senior leadership, can comprehend, respond and contribute.

• Experience working externally with regulators or other public or private sector individuals.

• Demonstrated ability to manage smaller projects and assignments with high level of autonomy and accountability for results.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Demonstrated understanding of GM environmental requirements and how those requirements supplement environmental regulations and apply to site operations and activities.

• Working knowledge of Global Manufacturing System (GMS) principles and ability to integrate environmental requirements into the GMS framework at the site.

GM DOES NOT PROVIDE IMMIGRATION-RELATED SPONSORSHIP FOR THIS ROLE. DO NOT APPLY FOR THIS ROLE IF YOU WILL NEED GM IMMIGRATION SPONSORSHIP NOW OR IN THE FUTURE.

Benefits Overview

The goal of the General Motors of Canada total rewards program is to support the health and well-being of you and your family. Our comprehensive compensation plan currently includes the following benefits, in addition to many others:

• Paid time off including vacation days, holidays, and supplemental benefits for pregnancy, parental and adoption leave;

• Healthcare, dental, and vision benefits;

• Life insurance plans to cover you and your family;

• Company and matching contributions to a Defined Contribution Pension plan to help you save for retirement;

• GM Vehicle Purchase Plan for you, your family and friends.

About GM

Our vision is a world with Zero Crashes, Zero Emissions and Zero Congestion and we embrace the responsibility to lead the change that will make our world better, safer and more equitable for all.

Why Join Us

We aspire to be the most inclusive company in the world. We believe we all must make a choice every day – individually and collectively – to drive meaningful change through our words, our deeds and our culture. Our Work Appropriately philosophy supports our foundation of inclusion and provides employees the flexibility to work where they can have the greatest impact on achieving our goals, dependent on role needs. Every day, we want every employee, no matter their background, ethnicity, preferences, or location, to feel they belong to one General Motors team.

Diversity Information

General Motors is committed to being a workplace that is not only free of discrimination, but one that genuinely fosters inclusion and belonging. We strongly believe that workforce diversity creates an environment in which our employees can thrive and develop better products for our customers.   We understand and embrace the variety through which people gain experiences whether through professional, personal, educational, or volunteeropportunities. 

We encourage interested candidates to review the key responsibilities and qualifications and apply for any positions that match your skills and capabilities.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Accommodation is available for applicants with disabilities. Should you be contacted by General Motors of Canada, please advise if you require accommodation. General Motors of Canada values diversity and is an equal opportunity employer.