Officer, Environmental Program - 1 year contract- EN Id-1269

This range represents the hiring range. Salaries are determined individually depending on skills and experience. You will also be eligible to an annual bonus, employee share investment program (ESIP), Pension, Benefits, Railroad Retirement Benefits (RRB) and other perks.

At CN , everyday brings new and exciting challenges . Y ou can expect a n interesting environment where you’re part of making sure our business is running opti mally and safely ― helping keep the economy on track . W e provide the kind of paid training and opportunit ies that long-term careers are built on and we recognize hard workers who strive to make a difference. You will be able to thrive in our close-knit, safe ty-focused culture working together as ONE TEAM . The careers we offer are meaningful because the work we do matters. Join us!

Please note that this is a 12 month contract. Job Summary

The Officer, Environmental Program is responsible for supporting effective oversight and monitoring of regulatory compliance, operational efficiency, continuous improvement, and standardized procedures. The role ensures guidelines are followed for environmental compliance and preventative activities. The incumbent implements and administers the Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) digital platform to support structured inspection, handles preventative maintenance and corrective actions for tanks, fuelling systems and wastewater equipment in accordance with applicable regulations, permits and due diligence requirements. Furthermore, the role implements, deploys, and administers other compliance requirements such as wastewater, stormwater, waste, construction management and other regulations, permit and policy compliance obligations in Enablon.

Main Responsibilities

Working Conditions

The role is performed in a combination of office and outdoor environment in various types of weather conditions with a regular workweek from Monday to Friday. Due to the nature of the role, the incumbent must be able to meet tight deadlines, handle pressure, and stress. The role requires occasional travel (up to 30%) within Canada and the United States (U.S.).

Requirements Experience

Environmental Data Management

  • Between 2 to 5 years of experience in environmental data management for compliance requirements and measurement of environmental performance

oExperience with the implementation, deployment, and administration of data management solutions

oExperience with environmental software implementation in an industrial or consulting environment

Education/Certification/Designation

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Environmental Engineering or Science, Business Technology Management, or related field

Competencies

  • Applies critical thinking
  • Identifies needs and finds solutions to create value for all stakeholders
  • Develops self and others
  • Demonstrates agility and drives change
  • Communicates with impact
  • Collaborates with others and shares information
  • Demonstrates active listening

Technical Skills/Knowledge

  • Knowledge of data analysis and continuous improvement practices
  • Proficient in computer technology and Microsoft Office
  • Knowledge of EHS software packages (e.g., Enablon or ENFOS), SharePoint, Power BI, Tableau, and SAP*
  • Fluently bilingual, both written and verbal (English, French*
  • Any knowledge for any of the above would be considered as an asset

About CN

CN is a world-class transportation leader and trade-enabler. Essential to the economy, to the customers, and to the communities it serves, CN safely transports more than 300 million tons of natural resources, manufactured products, and finished goods throughout North America every year. As the only railroad connecting Canada’s Eastern and Western coasts with the Southern tip of the U.S. through a 19,500 mile rail network, CN and its affiliates have been contributing to community prosperity and sustainable trade since 1919. CN is committed to programs supporting social responsibility and environmental stewardship. At CN, we work as ONE TEAM, focused on safety, sustainability and our customers, providing operational and supply chain excellence to deliver results.

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