Global Head EHS Systems – Compliance

Role Overview

• Own and govern the Global EHS Management System, ensuring alignment with ISO 14001, ISO 45001, and internal policies.
• Develop and maintain global EHS policies, standards, procedures, and governance frameworks.
• Lead global EHS compliance strategy, including regulatory tracking, risk assessments, compliance plans, and global controls.
• Manage the global EHS audit program, including planning, execution, findings management, and CAPA oversight.
• Conduct management reviews and present EHS compliance performance, trends, and risks to senior leadership.
• Oversee regulatory intelligence processes and ensure timely communication and implementation of new requirements.
• Partner with EHS regions, Legal, Quality, Operations, and other functions to ensure global alignment and execution.
• Develop global training content and competency frameworks to ensure capability across regions.
• Maintain a centralized, auditable repository for EHS standards and compliance evidence to ensure global consistency and regulatory readiness.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives and management system maturity advancement.
• Ensure all locations maintain a strong compliance posture with global, regional, and local EHS regulations.
• Monitor global risk trends and oversee enterprise-level corrective action programs.
• Provide guidance on regulatory interpretations and compliance strategy.
• Lead compliance investigations and root-cause analysis for systemic issues.
• Act as a strategic advisor to the Global Head of EHS on system performance, risks, and priorities.
• Lead cross-functional governance bodies related to management systems and compliance.
• Influence senior leaders and site teams to adopt consistent EHS expectations and continuous improvement.
• Provide functional leadership and direction to regional EHS management system and compliance resources, with or without direct reporting lines.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Engineering, Occupational Health & Safety, or related field.
• Extensive experience (typically 10+ years) in EHS leadership roles in global or highly regulated environments.
• Demonstrated experience managing ISO-based management systems (ISO 14001, ISO 45001).
• Strong knowledge of global EHS regulatory frameworks and compliance processes.
• Experience leading audits, regulatory inspections, and CAPA governance.
• Master's degree or professional certification (CSP, CIH, CEM, or equivalent) preferred.
• Experience implementing digital EHS platforms and tools for system governance.
• Strong background in cross-regional leadership and change management.

Benefits

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