Seeking a dynamic and experienced Environmental Health & Safety Director to lead and enhance our organization's commitment to safety, compliance, and environmental stewardship. This pivotal role demands a strategic thinker with a robust background in managing environmental, health, and safety programs, particularly in hazardous waste and environmental permitting within RCRA Part B permitted facilities.
Key Responsibilities:
Ensure compliance with all relevant Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) laws and regulations.
Innovate and implement continuous improvement strategies for HSE practices.
Maintain and prepare necessary records following established guidelines.
Develop and manage comprehensive safety programs, including business continuity and worker's compensation.
Create compliance tools to adhere to Corporate Risk Management & Safety requirements.
Collaborate with business units to develop effective HSE and ESG policies and programs.
Oversee safety aspects of expense and capital projects.
Align EH&S management systems with emerging regulations and corporate requirements.
Support Operations and Legal in regulatory compliance and incident management.
Conduct safety audits and inspect safety equipment for proper functionality.
Manage the medical surveillance program and ensure projects are timely and budget-compliant.
Complete annual OSHA incident reports and run an effective Near Miss program.
Investigate employee injuries, manage medical responses, and handle worker's compensation claims.
Train, develop, and grow HSE talent and capability.
Coordinate and participate in inspections, ensuring timely feedback and correction of deficiencies.
Travel to field sites as required for training, audits, and meetings.
Experience and Skills Required: Bachelor's Degree in Safety, Environmental, or a related discipline.
Experience within a waste and hazardous management company, particularly with RCRA Part B.Spanish language skills are advantageous.10+ years of progressive EH&S experience, including global EHS framework knowledge.5+ years in a managerial role. OSHA 30-hour Training certification.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office products.
Strong communication skills, with the ability to interact with all employee levels.
Point of contact for federal, state, and local regulators and inspectors (OSHA, EPA, IDEM).Excellent written, oral, and presentation skills. Proven ability to drive change and foster a performance-driven culture.
Strong action-oriented mindset with a sense of urgency and strategic thinking capability.
Join us to make a significant impact on environmental health and safety standards while advancing your career in a supportive and challenging environment.
