Job Description

Position Overview

The Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) Director is a senior-level position responsible for managing and overseeing organizational efforts to ensure a safe working environment and compliance with environmental regulations. This role requires a combination of strong strategic vision and hands-on implementation to build a culture of safety and environmental stewardship. As an EHS Director, you'll work closely with our offices in the US and Canada to develop, implement, and sustain EHS programs, policies, and procedures that protect the workforce and the environment. Your leadership will be pivotal in driving continuous improvement initiatives, conducting risk assessments, and ensuring compliance with all relevant laws and regulations.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Develop, implement, analyze, and evaluate continuous improvement of all EHS programs that reflect a zero recordable EHS culture while staying abreast of any changes to laws and regulations that impact the organization
• Conduct risk assessments and hazard evaluations.
• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal EHS regulations.
• Lead, mentor and manage in the development of the EHS team to reflect a best-in-class function
• Extensive experience in overseeing and managing top tier EHS audits and inspections.
• Expertise on emerging EHS trends, best practices and other developments that could add value to the Shermco Safety Culture Excellence journey
• Investigate and ensure timely reporting on incidents and accidents.
• Provide EHS training and development to employees.
• Collaborate with management to integrate EHS considerations into business operations.
• Contribute, track and report EHS metrics and KPIs that reflects a best-in-class safety approach
• Oversee waste management and pollution prevention programs.
• Liaise with regulatory agencies and external stakeholders.
• Develop emergency response and preparedness plans.
• Monitor and manage workplace ergonomics.
• Promote a culture of continuous improvement in EHS practices.
• Manage the EHS budget and allocate resources efficiently.

Qualifications & Skills

• Bachelor’s Degree in Environmental Science, Occupational Safety Engineering, or related field.
• 10+ years of experience in an EHS Director role with strong strategic leadership and direction and team management skills primarily in the electrical sector. Certified Safety Professional (CSP) strongly preferred
• 10+ years of experience working in the electrical sector, Field based electrical experience a plus.
• Strong & thorough experience and understanding of NFPA 70E, OSHA, EPA, and other regulatory requirements and industry standards.
• Strong knowledge in development of electrical safe work programs, safe work conditions & experience in performing shock risk & arc flash assessments.
• High professional standards-maintain professionalism and accountability.
• Proven track record of success with best- in- class EHS performance, program development and implementation.
• Strong experience with root cause analysis and conducting thorough investigations, action plans and risk assessments.
• Comprehensive experience in the development of EHS Management Systems.
• Extensive auditing experience and understanding the critical steps in the auditing process that reflects a best-in-class process
• Experience giving board/executive level and customer presentations.
• Extensive knowledge of EHS regulations and compliance standards.
• Experience with sustainability and environmental impact assessments.
• Experience with ISO 14001 Safety Management System or ISO 14001 Certification.
• Proficiency in EHS management software and data analysis tools.
• Experience in developing and conducting EHS training programs.
• Must possess a strong commitment to continuous improvement.
• Strong communication and interpersonal and presentation skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities effectively.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong organizational and planning skills.

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