Assistant HSE Director

Key Responsibilities: * Strategic & Leadership: * Assist the HSE Director in developing and executing global HSE strategy, policies, and objectives. * Serve as acting HSE Director in their absence. * Support global leadership in establishing a safety-first culture across all facilities and operations. * Collaborate with corporate, regional, and site management teams to ensure consistent program deployment. * Health & Safety Management: * Oversee hazard identification, risk assessments, and job safety analyses for manufacturing, logistics, and field service operations. * Support development and implementation of workplace safety programs (machine safety, ergonomics, lockout/tagout, confined space entry, hot work, PPE, etc.). * Ensure emergency response procedures, incident investigations, and corrective actions are executed effectively. * Monitor compliance with OSHA, ISO, and international safety standards. * Environmental Management: * Assist in environmental compliance programs, including air emissions, wastewater, waste management, hazardous materials, and sustainability initiatives. * Track and report environmental performance metrics across global operations. * Support ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 certification efforts. * Training & Development: * Develop and deliver HSE training programs for employees, supervisors, and contractors. * Mentor and guide site-level HSE staff and supervisors. * Promote continuous improvement through workshops, audits, and engagement programs. * Auditing & Reporting: * Lead and support HSE audits, inspections, and compliance reviews. * Collect, analyze, and report HSE performance metrics and KPIs to leadership. * Prepare reports for regulatory agencies and executive management. Qualifications: Education: * Bachelor's degree in Occupational Safety, Environmental Science, Engineering, or related field (Master's preferred). * Professional certifications strongly desired: CSP, CIH, CHMM, or equivalent. Experience: * 8+ years of progressive HSE experience, including leadership roles in manufacturing or industrial environments. * Global or multi-site experience preferred. * Strong knowledge of OSHA, EPA, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, and international HSE regulations. * Experience managing HSE teams and implementing large-scale programs. Skills: * Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills. * Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities. * Ability to work effectively in a global, multicultural environment. * Proficiency in HSE management systems, auditing tools, and reporting software. Key Competencies: * Strategic Thinking * Influencing and Collaboration * Continuous Improvement Mindset * Cultural Awareness * Results Orientation Working Conditions: * Office-based with regular visits to manufacturing sites, warehouses, and field service operations (domestic and international travel up to 25%). * Exposure to industrial environments requiring appropriate PPE. Compensation & Benefits: * Competitive salary with performance bonus eligibility. * Comprehensive benefits package (medical, dental, vision, retirement plan). * Professional development and certification support.

Created: 2026-04-15