Managing Consultant, Environment, Health and Safety (EHS) Auditor (Casual)

Lead Meaningful Change in EHS Performance Across Industries

Are you an experienced EHS professional who thrives on influencing strategy, driving compliance excellence, and helping organizations strengthen their safety and sustainability performance? ERM is seeking a Managing Consultant, Environment, Health & Safety (EHS) Auditor (Casual) to support client projects in Toronto, Ontario. In this role, you'll apply your expertise across diverse industries and regulatory environments, partnering with organizations to improve operational performance, reduce risk, and advance sustainable business practices. This casual role offers the opportunity to contribute to impactful projects as business needs arise while collaborating with ERM's global network of experts.

Why This Role Matters

At ERM, we partner with leading organizations to support safe, sustainable operations that protect people, the environment, and business performance. In this role, you will bring specialized expertise to EHS audit and advisory assignments across a broad range of sectors and clients. Your work will help organizations navigate complex regulatory requirements, strengthen management systems, and achieve their environmental, health, safety, and sustainability objectives.

This is a casual employment contract. Work will be offered on an as-needed basis, and assignments and hours will vary based on business and client demand and are not guaranteed.

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.

What You'll Bring

Required

• Bachelor's degree in environmental, sustainability, health & safety science, engineering, or related discipline, or equivalent experience.

• 4+ years of EHS experience in consulting or industry, ideally with exposure in Canada and internationally.

• Proven ability to assess EHS management systems across high-hazard sectors (mining, oil & gas, petrochemicals, pulp & paper, power generation).

• Strong understanding of Canadian EHS regulatory requirements.

• Dynamic communication skills, able to engage senior leaders and frontline teams alike.

• Prior project management experience with the 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 company vehicle due to the nature of job duties, which include frequent travel to various client locations across a large geographical area.

• This position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship.

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.

• 5+ years of EHS experience with global exposure.

• Lead auditor trained in ISO-based standards (ISO 19011, 14001, 45001).

• Professional certifications such as EP (EMS LA), EP (CEA), CSRP, P.Eng., or similar.

• Familiarity with data analytics and digital solutions for EHS systems.

• Bilingual in French/English.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead audits for EHS compliance, management systems, and sustainability frameworks, individually or as part of a team.

• 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.

For the Managing Consultant, Environment, Health & Safety (EHS) Auditor (Casual) position, the anticipated hourly pay is $51.73–$65.00 (CAD). Actual pay will depend on factors such as education, experience, skills, location, performance, and business needs. In some cases, pay may fall outside this range. This role may be eligible for bonus pay (casual and fixed term/flex force employees are not bonus eligible).

We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including paid time off, parental leave, medical, dental, vision, life, disability, AD&D insurance, 401(k) or RRSP/DPSP, and other applicable benefits to eligible employees.

Note: Bonuses, commissions, and other forms of additional compensation are not guaranteed and subject to the sole discretion of ERM and its policies and procedures.

Who We Are:

As the largest global pure play sustainability consultancy, we partner with the world’s leading organizations, creating innovative solutions to sustainability challenges and unlocking commercial opportunities that meet the needs of today while preserving opportunity for future generations.

At ERM we know that creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive work environment is an essential part of making our company a great place to build a career. We also see our diversity as a strength that helps us create better solutions for our clients. Our diverse team of world-class experts supports clients across the breadth of their organizations to operationalize sustainability, underpinned by our deep technical expertise in addressing their environmental, health, safety, risk and social issues. We call this capability our “boots to boardroom” approach for its comprehensive service model that allows ERM to develop strategic and technical solutions that advance objectives on the ground or at the executive level.

Please submit your resume and brief cover letter.

ERM welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Reasonable accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

ERM is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, Indigenous identity, or status as a protected veteran or qualified individual with a disability.

ERM does not accept recruiting agency resumes. Please do not forward resumes to our jobs alias, ERM employees or any other company location. ERM is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.

Notice Regarding Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Hiring

Our organization uses artificial intelligence (AI) technologies to assist in the recruitment process. These tools may help screen, assess, and/or evaluate applicants based on information provided in resumes, applications, and other submitted materials. All AI systems are designed to support fair and efficient hiring decisions and operate under human oversight.

By submitting your application, you acknowledge and consent to the use of AI tools in evaluating your candidacy. If you have questions or need accommodations, please contact us at [email protected].

Thank you for your interest in ERM!

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