Job Summary:
The Director of EHS Operations is responsible for developing, implementing, supporting corporate safety programs, and ensuring compliance throughout GAF. This position will direct the strategy and oversee the execution of safety and corporate EHS initiatives across all GAF. This individual will be responsible for the design, development and management of high quality and effective EHS learning solutions, training instruments and EHS curriculums. This position will report directly to the Vice President of Environment, Health and Safety and support other GAF and Standard Logistics EHS Staff.
Essential Duties:
Establish organizational goals based on gap analysis, prioritize issues, develop projects to achieve goals and sustain compliance with government regulations.
Serve as a key member of the EHS staff with responsibility for assisting in implementation of GAF safety and health strategies, policies, standards, compliance, and management initiatives.
Evaluate effectiveness of initiatives through safety assessments and interpreting data to identify gaps.
Develop and implement action plans as necessary to mitigate risks.
Assist in the development of business goals and objectives.
Work to foster an atmosphere of openness and information sharing in order to encourage a culture of high awareness, transparency and diligence with respect to safety and health matters.
Develop training materials to support the organization’s safety management systems.
Promote employee awareness of safety requirements and hazard mitigation through training and continual communication with Leadership.
Maintain and assist in the continued development of GAF Incident Management System, including the development of (monthly) performance reporting to provide visibility of safety progress, performance, and issues.
Maintain, revise or develop enterprise standards for protection of employees' safety where the company operates.
Direct the continued development, implementation, and management of appropriate tools, systems, monitoring, and reporting procedures.
Lead compliance audits and assessments of operations to measure conformance to GAF policy and procedures and work closely with Leadership to identify corrective actions.
Lead or participate in incident investigations as a team member and subject matter expert to identify root causes and effective corrective actions.
Partner with Senior Leadership on potential acquisitions from the perspective of Safety & Compliance issues prior to the acquisition, all the way through integration.
Assure that GAF Industrial Management System procedures are being followed regarding occupational health and safety matters.
Mentor EHS professionals in safety and environmental matters.
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s Degree in Arts/Sciences (BA/BS) in Safety, Engineering, or a related degree field.
Postgraduate degree.
10 years EHS experience, 5 years management of others.
Ability to effectively adapt to changing needs and priorities while maintaining a positive attitude with a focus on client success.
Exceptional interpersonal skills that are leveraged to build relationships and trust with internal and external stakeholders.
Excellent organizational, written and oral communication, listening and presentation skills including the ability to effectively present and discuss technical information and respond to questions from employees, government agency representatives, and customers.
Demonstrated openness to change, flexibility, and adaptability.
Ability to motivate teams and simultaneously manage multiple projects.
Intermediate knowledge of Google Suite Office.
Strong strategic thinking, problem‑solving and decision‑making skills.
Commitment and engagement through a high level of work ethic and utilization of abilities for the best of the company.
Certified Safety Professional (CSP).
Physical Demands Stationary Position - Move/Traverse.
Stationary Position/Seated - Occasionally.
Transport/Lifting - Transport/Carrying.
Exerting Force/Pushing - Exerting Force/Pulling.
Ascend/Descend.
Balancing.
Position Self/Stooping - Occasionally.
Position Self/Kneeling - Occasionally.
Position Self/Crouching - Occasionally.
Reaching - Occasionally.
Handling - Grasping - Feeling.
Communicate/Talking - Occasionally.
Communicate/Hearing - Occasionally.
Repetitive Motions - Occasionally.
Coordination - Base.
Compensation Base Salary Range: $153,000-$195,500
Benefits:
Wide range of health insurance options that include medical, dental, and vision for you and your family.
Family‑Building benefits support the many different journeys to fertility and parenthood.
Robust 401K plan includes an employer match contribution with your pre‑tax and/or Roth contributions.
Other exciting programs and perks available to help employees achieve work‑life balance, including wellness program, free financial coaching, a referral program, and product rebates when purchased for an employee’s primary residence.
Professional growth and development are very important to us! We offer internal training programs and courses, as well as a generous tuition reimbursement program.
Equal Employment Opportunity GAF complies with federal, state, and local disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact HR Services. GAF is an equal opportunity workplace and is committed to equal employment opportunity on the basis of each candidate’s qualifications, experience, and merit, without regard to race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know. If applying for positions in the U.S., must be eligible to work in the U.S. without need for employer sponsored visa (work permit).
