Region Safety Mgr II

About the role

Johnson Controls is a global leader in thermal management, mission-critical building systems, energy efficiency, and decarbonization. This role involves executing the EHS strategy, implementing policies, ensuring compliance, and leading teams to achieve Zero Harm.

Responsibilities

• Execute Strategy: Drive the EHS strategy for the region's businesses and operations.
• Implement Policies: Implement and enforce EHS policies, processes, and programs.
• Ensure Compliance: Facilitate adherence to governmental regulations and provide governance.
• Business Partner: Act as the EHS partner for field services, manufacturing, and distribution operations, interacting with internal and external stakeholders.
• Leadership Team: Execute strategy and lead EHS standardization as part of the Americas EHS Leadership Team.
• Change Agent: Lead EHS resources in the region to achieve Zero Harm.
• Manage Operations: Oversee EHS operations for multi-site projects and locations.
• Support Compliance: Ensure compliance with environmental, health, and safety regulations.
• Lead a Team: Drive EHS systems and programs across projects, sites, and locations.
• Talent Management: Oversee EHS talent development and engagement in the region.
• Compliance: Ensure adherence to local and country regulations, representing the company with regulatory agencies.
• Policy Implementation: Support your team in managing safety/environmental policies and procedures.
• Training Programs: Lead programs to train managers and employees in EHS practices.
• Incident Analysis: Analyze and report incidents, ensuring root cause understanding and corrective actions to prevent reoccurrence.
• Report Compilation: Collect and compile incident/environmental reports for corporate and regulatory agencies.
• Audits: Lead and participate in EHS audits and risk assessments.
• Permit Review: Regularly review and support compliance with site environmental operating permits (Air, Water, Waste).
• Regulatory Compliance: Partner with JCI Legal on compliance issues.
• Data Management: Prepare and maintain EHS data records.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Management, Environmental Sciences, Safety, or related field.
• 10+ years of EHS and leadership experience in manufacturing, with knowledge of relevant regulations.
• Experience with EHS management systems.
• Experience with regional environmental policies and regulatory agency interactions.
• Strong leadership, presentation, training, organization, and planning skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Suite (Word, Excel, Access, TEAMS, PowerPoint) and Process MAP EHS software.
• Ability to travel up to 40%.
• Strong analytical skills for root cause analysis and corrective actions.
• Ability to work independently and as a team facilitator, providing hands-on training and coaching.
• Experience managing systems and processes, being action-oriented and energetic.

Preferred

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• EHS certification (ASP, CSP, PE, CHMM).
• Experience with Lean Six Sigma methodology.
• Strong communication skills for presenting analysis, updates, and recommendations.
• Ability to guide and influence others, providing comprehensive feedback.
• Adaptability to changing priorities and handling multiple projects.
• Team leadership and development skills, mentoring, and coaching.
• Resilience and resourcefulness in driving new processes.
• In-depth knowledge of EHS and quality assurance methods.

What We Offer

Competitive salary bonus plan
Paid vacation/holidays/sick time
Comprehensive benefits package including 401K, medical, dental, and vision care
On the job/cross training opportunities
Encouraging and collaborative team environment
Dedication to safety through our Zero Harm policy