Vice President, Global Environmental, Health, and Safety

About the role

For our client, we are seeking a Vice President, Global Environmental, Health, and Safety to join the team of a leader in the Manufacturing & Automotive space. This leader will shape and execute the enterprise‑wide EHS agenda across a global manufacturing footprint, with a strong focus on compliance, risk reduction, and sustainability. The role will partner closely with operations and cross‑functional leaders to strengthen safety culture and drive measurable improvement. It will also guide organizational structure, training, and performance tracking to support long-term business objectives.

Location: Remote – US‑based candidates only (no visa sponsorship available).

Responsibilities

• Drive a proactive safety culture throughout the organization.
• Design and improve enterprise‑wide environmental, health, and safety strategies.
• Establish goals and KPIs for safety and sustainability and report on progress.
• Assess and implement effective safety organizational structures and training.
• Lead safety initiatives using matrix leadership across various departments.
• Provide thought leadership and facilitate knowledge sharing across teams.
• Ensure compliance with environmental, health, and safety regulations.
• Monitor sustainability programs and align them with strategic goals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related field such as risk management or Safety Engineering.
• 10–15 years of leadership experience in a global manufacturing environment.
• Expertise in international safety requirements, especially in the Americas and Europe.
• Proven ability to manage diverse safety teams to meet organizational goals.
• Strong knowledge of OSHA and global safety standards.
• Experience implementing ISO 9001, 14001, and 18001 programs.
• Strong interpersonal skills for effective communication at all organizational levels.
• Proven track record in training and mentoring in a compliance‑focused environment.

Benefits

• Health and dental insurance.
• 401(k) plan with company match.
• Paid vacation plans.

Pay

Compensation: $160,000 – $200,000 annually.