Sr. EHS Manager
Position Title: Senior Manager - Environmental Health & Safety (EHS)
Work Arrangement: Onsite
Travel Requirement: Up to 40% annually
Overview
This leadership role is responsible for overseeing and advancing Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) initiatives across multiple operational sites, with direct accountability for the location where the manager is based. The position plays a key role in shaping and executing strategic EHS plans that align with broader organizational goals, ensuring compliance, risk mitigation, and a culture of safety excellence.
The Senior Manager will collaborate with senior leadership to integrate EHS priorities into business operations, support site-level EHS teams, and drive continuous improvement. This role also serves as a connector between corporate EHS strategy and local execution, helping to build a resilient, high-performing workforce and safety-first mindset.
Primary Responsibilities
- Partner with senior leadership to provide strategic guidance on EHS matters.
- Serve as the central coordinator for EHS communications and initiatives across supported sites.
- Lead the deployment of EHS strategies and programs in alignment with organizational objectives.
- Monitor execution of EHS plans and measure performance against key indicators.
- Provide mentorship and oversight to site-level EHS personnel.
- Advise operational leaders on regulatory compliance and risk management.
- Participate in global EHS networks and contribute to knowledge sharing.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support a unified approach to safety and performance.
- Use data and analytics to inform decisions and enhance organizational effectiveness.
- Champion change management efforts and communicate updates to stakeholders.
- Lead or support EHS-related projects that address business needs.
- Stay informed on evolving regulations, industry trends, and best practices.
- Coach managers on EHS leadership and employee engagement strategies.
Qualifications
Education
- Required: Bachelor's degree in Environmental Health & Safety, Engineering, Business, Science, or a related discipline
- Preferred: Master's degree in a relevant field
Experience
- Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in EHS or related functions
- At least 3 years in a matrixed organizational structure
- Minimum of 3 years in a leadership or managerial role
- Experience in dynamic, fast-paced environments undergoing growth or transformation is a plus
Skills and Competencies
- Strong understanding of global EHS regulations and workforce safety practices
- Proven ability to build trust and act as a strategic advisor to leadership
- Experience in workforce planning, organizational design, and data-driven decision-making
- Proficiency in enterprise systems (e.g., SAP, Power BI, SharePoint)
- Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and analytical skills
- Ability to lead and communicate effectively across diverse teams and cultures
- Skilled in influencing stakeholders without direct authority
- Familiarity with continuous improvement methodologies (e.g., Lean, Six Sigma)
- Commitment to upholding safety and quality standards
Certifications
- Professional EHS certifications (e.g., CSP, CIH, CHMM) are highly desirable
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