Key skills
AILeadershipStakeholder ManagementCommunicationNegotiation
About this role
The Head of Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) Operations, West Coast is a strategic leader responsible for implementing and overseeing comprehensive EHS programs across multiple facilities within the NORAM region. This role partners with global and regional leadership to align EHS strategies with business objectives, ensuring compliance with complex regulatory requirements and promoting an atmosphere of safety and environmental stewardship. The Head of EHS Operations leads and mentors regional EHS teams, drives continuous improvement, and represents the company in external engagements with regulatory bodies and industry groups.
Responsibilities
Develop and execute regional EHS strategies that align with the global EHS business goals
* Lead and coordinate EHS compliance programs across multiple sites and countries, ensuring consistent application of policies and standards
* Manage and develop EHS professionals across regions, fostering leadership, accountability, and professional growth
* Collaborate with global EHS leadership and cross-functional teams to drive global initiatives, share best practices, and leverage synergies
* Manage compliance with local, national, and international EHS regulations, standards, and permits across all assigned regions
* Manage regional EHS budgets and resources to optimize program effectiveness and efficiency
Qualifications
12+ years of progressive EHS experience with at least 5 years in leadership roles managing multi-site and multi-region operations
* Proven track record in developing and implementing regional or global EHS strategies and programs
* Knowledge of EHS regulations and standards in US, including Washington and California
* Demonstrated leadership skills with experience managing wide-ranging teams and influencing executives
* Communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills
* Ability to travel 30% Advanced degree or professional certifications (Certified Industrial Hygienist, Certified Safety Professional, Certified Hazardous Materials Manager, etc)
* Proven experience translating complex regulatory and business requirements into actionable EHS programs
* Collaborative leader who builds partnerships across business functions
* Demonstrated ability to integrate AI tools to optimize/redesign workflows and drive measurable impact (e.g., efficiency gains, quality improvements)
* Experience adhering to and implementing responsible, ethical AI practices (e.g., risk assessment, bias mitigation, quality and accuracy reviews)
* Demonstrated ongoing AI skill development (e.g., prompt/context engineering, agent orchestration) and staying current with emerging AI technologies
Responsibilities
Develop and execute regional EHS strategies that align with the global EHS business goals
* Lead and coordinate EHS compliance programs across multiple sites and countries, ensuring consistent application of policies and standards
* Manage and develop EHS professionals across regions, fostering leadership, accountability, and professional growth
* Collaborate with global EHS leadership and cross-functional teams to drive global initiatives, share best practices, and leverage synergies
* Manage compliance with local, national, and international EHS regulations, standards, and permits across all assigned regions
* Manage regional EHS budgets and resources to optimize program effectiveness and efficiency
Qualifications
12+ years of progressive EHS experience with at least 5 years in leadership roles managing multi-site and multi-region operations
* Proven track record in developing and implementing regional or global EHS strategies and programs
* Knowledge of EHS regulations and standards in US, including Washington and California
* Demonstrated leadership skills with experience managing wide-ranging teams and influencing executives
* Communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills
* Ability to travel 30% Advanced degree or professional certifications (Certified Industrial Hygienist, Certified Safety Professional, Certified Hazardous Materials Manager, etc)
* Proven experience translating complex regulatory and business requirements into actionable EHS programs
* Collaborative leader who builds partnerships across business functions
* Demonstrated ability to integrate AI tools to optimize/redesign workflows and drive measurable impact (e.g., efficiency gains, quality improvements)
* Experience adhering to and implementing responsible, ethical AI practices (e.g., risk assessment, bias mitigation, quality and accuracy reviews)
* Demonstrated ongoing AI skill development (e.g., prompt/context engineering, agent orchestration) and staying current with emerging AI technologies