Environmental Health and Safety Director

Job Description

Job Description

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.

DUTIES / 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.

QUALIFICATIONS / REQUIREMENTS

• 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.

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