Director, Environmental Health & Safety at Sarepta Therapeutics

Bedford, England, United Kingdom -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

10 Mar, 26

Salary

225000.0

Posted On

10 Dec, 25

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

EHS Strategy, Risk Management, Team Building, Incident Command, Occupational Safety, Environmental Compliance, Sustainability, Emergency Preparedness, Communication, Leadership, Regulatory Knowledge, Program Development, Crisis Management, Innovation, Continuous Improvement, Stakeholder Engagement

Industry

Biotechnology Research

Description

Why Sarepta? Why Now? The promise of genetic medicine has arrived, and Sarepta is at the forefront. We hold a leadership position in Duchenne muscular dystrophy (Duchenne) and are building a robust portfolio of programs across muscle, central nervous system, and cardiac diseases. In 2023, we launched our fourth therapy and the first ever gene therapy to treat Duchenne. We’re looking for people who see unlimited potential in themselves and who are motivated by an unwavering commitment to patients. What Sarepta Offers At Sarepta, we care deeply about all the people in our community and believe in the importance of supporting them in all aspects of their lives. We aspire to maintain a culture that acknowledges people bring their whole selves to work, and we will strive to help everyone in our community integrate their work and personal lives while maintaining productivity. We are committed to offering a range of benefits and work-life resources designed to support people in the following areas: Physical and Emotional Wellness Financial Wellness Support for Caregivers For a full list of our comprehensive benefits, see our website: https://www.sarepta.com/join-us The Importance of the Role The Director of EHS is a senior leader responsible for shaping and driving Sarepta’s global EHS strategy. Reporting to the Vice President of Facilities, Engineering, and Capital Assets, this role will serve as the principal authority on EHS policies, compliance, and risk management across all sites. The Director will lead the development and execution of a comprehensive EHS management system, ensuring alignment with business objectives and regulatory requirements. This position will oversee a growing team of EHS professionals and will be accountable for building organizational capability, fostering a proactive safety culture, and positioning EHS as a strategic partner in business decision-making. The Opportunity to Make a Difference Strategic Leadership: Define and implement a forward-looking EHS vision, strategy, and roadmap that supports Sarepta’s business growth and operational excellence. Executive Partnership: Act as a trusted advisor to senior leadership, influencing risk-based decisions and integrating EHS considerations into corporate strategy. Program Development: Establish and maintain a robust EHS management system, ensuring compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, and industry best practices. Team Building: Recruit, develop, and lead a high-performing EHS team, fostering a culture of accountability, innovation, and continuous improvement. Risk Management: Oversee programs for occupational safety, industrial hygiene, environmental compliance, sustainability, and emergency preparedness. Incident Command: Serve as Incident Commander during emergency response and recovery efforts; provide technical expertise for crisis management. Enterprise Oversight: Direct EHS operations across Massachusetts and Ohio sites, with additional support for other business entities as needed. More about You Bachelors degree required, Master’s degree in Industrial Hygiene, Occupational Safety, Environmental Science, or related field preferred. Minimum 12–15 years of progressive EHS leadership experience, including at least 5 years in a senior management role within biopharmaceutical or chemical research environments. Professional certifications strongly preferred: CIH, CSP, or CHMM. Deep knowledge of OSHA, NFPA, EPA, and other federal, state, and local regulations. Proven success in implementing enterprise-level EHS systems and programs, including emergency response, hazardous materials management, biosafety, and sustainability initiatives. Exceptional communication and influencing skills, with the ability to engage stakeholders at all levels. Recognized for leadership qualities aligned with Sarepta’s core values: Drive, Excellence, Resilience, Teamwork, Innovation, and Compassion. What Now? We’re always looking for solution-oriented, critical thinkers. So, if you’re comfortable with ambiguity and candor, relish challenging yourself, and place kindness and integrity at the forefront of how you approach your peers and work, then we encourage you to apply. #LI-Onsite #LI-CM1 This position requires work on site at one of Sarepta’s facilities in the United States. The targeted salary range for this position is $180,000 - $225,000 per year. Sarepta is making a good faith effort to be transparent and accurate around our hiring ranges. The salary offer is commensurate with Sarepta’s compensation philosophy and considers factors including, but not limited to, education, training, experience, external market conditions, criticality of role, and internal equity. Candidates must be authorized to work in the U.S. Sarepta Therapeutics offers a competitive compensation and benefit package. Sarepta Therapeutics is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and participates in e-Verify. Sarepta is on an urgent mission: engineer precision genetic medicine for rare diseases that devastate lives and cut futures short. We hold a leadership position in Duchenne muscular dystrophy (Duchenne) and are building a robust portfolio of programs across muscle, central nervous system, and cardiac diseases. Our deep pipeline is driven by our multi-platform technologies in siRNA, RNA and gene therapy. For more information, please visit www.sarepta.com or follow us on Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram and Facebook.

Responsibilities

The Director of EHS is responsible for shaping and driving Sarepta’s global EHS strategy, ensuring compliance with policies and regulations. This role includes overseeing EHS operations, leading a team, and integrating EHS considerations into corporate strategy.