Manager II, Env Health &Safety

About the role

The Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) Manager develops, implements, and maintains comprehensive health, safety, and environmental programs to ensure compliance with all applicable legal, regulatory, corporate, and ethical requirements. This role promotes a culture of safety and environmental stewardship by identifying and mitigating risks, driving continuous improvement initiatives, managing regulatory compliance, and providing expert guidance to leadership and employees.

The EHS Manager ensures the effectiveness of safety management systems, emergency preparedness plans, incident prevention strategies, and environmental programs to maintain a safe, healthy, and sustainable workplace. The role ensures compliance with local regulations and Group standards, including maintaining management systems, procedures, training, and permits required by legislation and industry standards.

Responsibilities

• Liaise with external agencies to obtain and maintain relevant permits, licenses, and accreditation as required by legislation and industry standards.
• Develop and implement prevention strategies, systems, and programs based on a risk register and ongoing risk assessments.
• Integrate EHS strategies, systems, and programs into the organization’s management systems.
• Access relevant literature, databases, and training to maintain knowledge of developments or improvements in technologies that aid HSE compliance.
• Develop and implement strategies for continuous improvement in EHS performance.
• Provide expert advice and practical assistance to management and staff on all aspects of Occupational Health, Safety, and Environment.
• Ensure a safe and conducive working environment in daily operations.
• Liaise closely with Regional and Global HSE counterparts to comply with all HSE guidelines.
• Maintain a good working relationship with local enforcement organizations and government regulatory authorities.
• Promote HSE awareness at all organizational levels.
• Conduct site safety inspections, audits, and safety risk assessments (HIRARC) for all processes to identify risks and hazards.
• Investigate and report incidents or near misses, and develop Corrective Action plans.
• Manage hazardous waste systems and processes.
• Monitor health, safety, and environmental activities and enforce site compliance.
• Plan and coordinate training and regular communication related to EHS.
• Source, coordinate, and conduct Quality and Health & Safety induction and training.
• Support and lead implementation of HSE improvement projects.
• Coordinate and supervise the activities of the OHS&E committee.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Health & Safety, Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Science, Engineering, Industrial Hygiene, Chemical Engineering, or a related field (required).
• Master's degree in Occupational Safety, Environmental Management, Engineering, or a related discipline (preferred).
• 5-7 years of progressive Environmental, Health & Safety experience, preferably within a manufacturing, industrial, logistics, or operational environment.
• 3 years in a leadership, supervisory, or management role with responsibility for developing and implementing EHS programs.
• Demonstrated experience managing regulatory compliance, risk assessments, incident investigations, audits, and corrective action programs.
• Experience working with government agencies, regulatory authorities, and external auditors.
• Proven track record of driving continuous improvement initiatives and developing a positive safety culture.

Qualifications

• Professional EHS certification preferred (e.g., Certified Safety Professional (CSP), Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH), ISO 14001/45001 Lead Auditor, NEBOSH, or equivalent local certifications).
• First Aid, Emergency Response, Fire Safety, or related certifications (preferred).
• Knowledge of and ability to maintain applicable local statutory registrations and certifications.

Skills

• Thorough knowledge of applicable occupational health, safety, and environmental laws, regulations, and industry standards.
• Strong understanding of EHS management systems, including ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 principles.
• Experience conducting risk assessments, safety audits, workplace inspections, and environmental impact evaluations.
• Knowledge of hazardous materials management, waste management, emergency response planning, and incident investigation methodologies.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to identify risks and implement preventive measures.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and EHS reporting systems.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to influence safety culture at all organizational levels.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and training facilitation skills.
• Ability to build effective relationships with employees, management, regulatory authorities, customers, and external stakeholders.
• Strong project management and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within regional and global teams.

Schedule

Full-time, exempt status.