Global EHS Leader
The Chemours Company · New Castle County, DE · 1 wk ago
HybridOTHR$239k–$374k/yrFull-time
Key Responsibilities
- Develop, implement, and oversee global EHS strategy, policies, and programs aligned with Chemours’ business objectives and sustainability goals.
- Lead the EHS Centers of Excellence (COE) across all business units, facilities, and geographies, ensuring standardized practices and continuous improvement.
- Advise the CEO and Board of Directors on EHS risk, regulatory compliance, and emerging issues (including climate & environmental stressors, process safety and workplace safety and occupational health risks).
- Foster a strong safety culture, driving accountability and engagement at all levels, from frontline workers to senior management.
- Ensure compliance with all relevant local, national, and international EHS regulations and industry standards.
- Collaborate with operations and manage EHS-related crises, incidents, investigations, and reporting; oversee corrective action plans.
- Develop relationships with external stakeholders, including regulatory agencies, industry groups, and community partners.
- Lead EHS governance processes and management performance reviews; audit programs, track KPIs and develop actionable insights.
- Champion Chemours’ safety culture initiatives and EHS management system improvement processes.
- Mentor and develop EHS professionals and operations leaders across the organization; build a high-performing, diverse team.
- Benchmark and network externally to integrate ideas for continuous improvement.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Occupational Health & Safety, or related field; Master’s degree preferred.
- 12+ years’ progressive experience in EHS leadership and hazardous operations management in the chemical manufacturing, or related, high hazard industry.
- 3+ years in senior leadership roles within chemicals, advanced materials, oil & gas, or pharmaceutical manufacturing.
- Proven track record of managing global EHS programs at scale; experience working across cultures and geographies.
- Deep knowledge of EHS regulations (OSHA, EPA, CCPS RBPS, REACH, GHS, etc.) and industry best practices.
- Exceptional leadership, communication, and influencing skills; ability to engage at all levels of the organization.
- Demonstrated crisis management and incident investigation expertise.
- Benchmarking, Lean, Six Sigma, or Operational Excellence experience and working knowledge highly desirable.
Benefits
- Competitive Compensation
- Comprehensive Benefits Packages
- 401(k) Match (US ONLY)
- Employee Stock Purchase Program (COUNTRY SPECIFIC)
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Commute Benefits (COUNTRY SPECIFIC)
- Learning and Development Opportunities
- Strong Inclusion and Diversity Initiatives
- Company-paid Volunteer Day