An Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) Director is responsible for directing the strategic approach to managing the environmental impact of an organization on the surrounding area. Responsible for ensuring that the organization has a systematic approach to complying with environmental regulations, such as managing waste or air emissions. Will liaise with directors of other sections of the organization to ensure that strategic goals align with those of the environmental health and safety team.
Key Responsibilities Provide HSE&S support and leadership for the site.
Plans, coordinates, controls, develop and implement policies, systems, procedures, and training to drive all aspects of HSE performance and compliance to all regulatory and AkzoNobel's requirements.
Manage regulatory permits relate to HSE. Interface directly with outside government agencies, community groups, and other external constituents and stakeholders as needed to obtain and maintain site regulatory permits. Negotiate permit requirements with government agencies Conduct risk and occupational exposure assessments, develop and implement exposure-monitoring plan. Manages and responds to HSE&S issues and crises that affect operations.
Keep abreast of HSE regulatory changes that impact the company. Wherever applicable, develop and implement strategies to comply with new or revised requirements.
Accountable for all HSE Incident Investigations and corresponding corrective actions.
Develop and implement processes that ensure Corporate HSE requirements are complied.
Monitor safe working condition and behavior during process, follow up of non-conformance.
Complete and submit internal and external HSE related reports as required.
Lead role in new project/process changes
MOC & PHA
) as HSE expert to assure compliance with AN's & local legislation standards.
Perform HSE regulatory compliance assessments and accountability for follow up and implementation of audit actions.
Job Requirements Bachelor's degree in Chemistry/Science/Engineering or Masters in Industrial Hygiene/Safety. Management/Environmental Engineering or Scientist from an accredited university
2-5 Years process safety management (PSM) experience desired
Prefer individual who is Certified Safety Professional (CSP) or Certified Industrial Hygienist with at least 10 years Health and Safety experience in manufacturing and/or chemical manufacturing environment, including flammable liquid safety At least 5 years performing manager responsibilities or supervising others.
Strong US regulatory knowledge and experience.
Certifications required by regulation i.e. DOT Hazmat, EPA Hazwoper, OSHA Training, and experience in areas of EPA and OSHA Industrial Regulations, with a broad knowledge of regulatory framework in general. Key regulatory areas include Clean Air Act (CAA), Clean Water Act (CWA), RCRA, TSCA, SARA, and CERCLA.
Ability to interact effectively with outside agencies and consultants. Intermediate to advanced computer skills
Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to negotiate and influence others
Project management skills
Compensation & Benefits
Base salary range for this role is: $120,000 to $135,000. This is the range that we in good faith anticipate relying on when setting wages for this position. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range. This salary range may also be modified in the future. 401K retirement savings with 6% company matchEligible for annual bonusMedical insurance with HSADental, Vision, Life, AD&D benefitsGenerous vacation, sick and holiday payShort & Long term disabilityPaid Parental leave after 1 yearCareer growth opportunitiesActive Diversity & Inclusion NetworksEmployee referral bonusEmployee appreciation daysCompetencies
At AkzoNobel we are highly committed to ensuring an inclusive and respectful workplace where all employees can be their best self. We strive to embrace diversity in a context of tolerance. Our talent acquisition process plays an integral part in this journey, as setting the foundations for a diverse environment. For this reason we train and educate on the implications of our Unconscious Bias in order for our TA and hiring managers to be mindful of them and take corrective actions when applicable. In our organization, all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age or disability.