Sr. Manager Environmental Health & Safety

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POSITION SUMMARY

This role provides global leadership for electrical safety and commissioning safety across Vertiv's products, services, and installation activities. The position is accountable for establishing and operationalizing best-in-class controls to prevent serious injuries and fatalities (LIFE exposures), with a primary focus on high-energy electrical systems and multi-contractor commissioning environments . The Senior Manager partners closely with Services, Engineering, and EHS teams to: Drive consistent, safe execution of commissioning globally Define and standardize safe systems of work Ensure compliance with applicable regulatory and statutory requirements Reduce exposure through practical field controls, auditing, and governance

RESPONSIBILITIES 1.

Global Commissioning Safety Execution Lead global alignment on safe execution of commissioning activities , particularly in high-energy environments Ensure consistent application of controls across regions, teams, and project types Support field teams in managing real-time risk and decision-making under schedule pressure 2. Standards, Procedures, and Safe Systems of Work Develop and maintain global standards for: Electrical safety (arc flash, lockout/tagout, energized work) Commissioning practices and task execution High-risk activities in construction and service environments Ensure standards are practical, scalable, and consistently applied 3. Multi-Contractor Environment & Work Coordination Define expectations for safe work in complex, multi-contractor construction environments Clarify roles, responsibilities, and isolation ownership across Vertiv, customers, and third parties Establish requirements for contractor alignment and shared accountability 4. Global Services Alignment & Field Integration Partner with global Services leadership to ensure procedures are executable in real-world conditions Drive adoption through collaboration, field engagement, and continuous feedback loops Align EHS and Services organizations on practical implementation and expectations 5. Safe Design & NPDI Integration Partner with Engineering to embed engineering controls into products and systems Influence NPDI processes to ensure design for safe commissioning, serviceability, and reduced exposure Advocate for solutions that minimize the need for energized work and cabinet access 6. Electrical Safety Strategy & LIFE Exposure Reduction Define and advance the global strategy for electrical safety and LIFE exposure prevention Establish expectations for energy isolation, verification of absence of voltage, and energized work controls Monitor emerging risks and technologies to continuously strengthen controls 7. Auditing, Inspection & Field Verification Establish and lead a global approach for auditing and inspecting electrical and commissioning work Conduct and/or oversee field audits, site inspections, and targeted reviews of high-risk activities Verify that standards are not only defined but consistently executed in the field Identify systemic gaps and drive timely corrective actions and accountability 8. Regulatory & Statutory Compliance Ensure global alignment with applicable regulatory, statutory, and legal requirements related to electrical safety and construction activities Partner with regional EHS teams to interpret and apply local requirements in a consistent, practical manner Monitor regulatory developments and ensure standards and practices remain current and compliant 9. Incident Learning & Continuous Improvement Lead analysis of electrical and commissioning-related incidents and near misses Apply Human and Organizational Performance (HOP) principles to identify systemic improvements Translate insights into standards, design changes, and field practices 10. Capability Building & Communication Build organizational capability through clear guidance, coaching, and leadership engagement Reinforce expectations aligned with "We Lead with Safety" Enable a culture where risk is understood, communicated, and actively managed

QUALIFICATIONS

Required 10+ years of experience in electrical safety, commissioning, or high-risk industrial environments Demonstrated expertise in: High-energy electrical systems (e.g., data centers, UPS, industrial power systems) Arc flash and electrical hazard management Lockout/tagout and establishing safe work conditions Experience working in construction or multi-contractor environments Proven ability to influence across Engineering, Operations, and Services organizations Strong understanding of global safety standards and regulatory frameworks Experience with auditing, inspection, and compliance verification programs Ability to translate technical risk into practical field controls Preferred Experience with data center or mission-critical infrastructure environments Direct involvement in NPDI or engineering design processes Experience leading global or multi-regional programs Familiarity with lean operating systems and continuous improvement frameworks

EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Safety, or related field or equivalent practical experience • Professional certifications preferred (e.g., Certified Safety Professional or equivalent)

TRAVEL TIME REQUIRED

• Approximately 30-50% global travel (annualized) • Travel demand will be variable , with periods of higher intensity based on project activity, audits, incident response, and business needs About the Team Work Authorization No calls or agencies please. Vertiv will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1, H-1, H-2, L, B, J, or TN or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire. 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