Director Environmental Health & Safety at Vertiv

Shenzhen, Guangdong, China -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

27 May, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

26 Feb, 26

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Environmental Health & Safety Program Development, Risk Assessment, Regulatory Compliance, Policy Development, Incident Investigation, Corrective Actions, Injury Management, Return-to-Work Coordination, Personal Protective Equipment Standards, Statistical Data Analysis, Loss Control Systems, Environmental Program Management, Air Permitting, Waste Management, Safety Training, Leadership

Industry

electrical;Appliances;and Electronics Manufacturing

Description

Brief Job Description: - Director Environmental Health & Safety: - Accountable for developing, directing, and assisting services management with implementing Environmental and Safety programs that: Raise associates’ awareness of risks and risk control strategies; Reduce, eliminate, and protect associates from hazards in the workplace that may result in occupational injuries, illnesses, and financial losses; Verify all operations and service work comply with all federal, state, local and corporate laws, regulations, policies and procedures; Participate as a member of the Vertiv global EHS leadership team and contribute to the development of policy and procedure that that enhance the safety of our operations and minimize the impact of our manufacturing operations on the environment. This individual would be responsible for implementation of Vertiv global standard as well as regulatory compliance at multiple sites/locations across EMEA. Responsibilities and Measurement Criteria with Time investment Needed on Each: - (This will describe the overall core responsibilities of the role, decision making responsibilities etc.) Identify safety and environmental hazards inherent in our operations and establish guidelines and assist plant management with implementing procedures to protect associates and the environment from those hazards. Lead and guide the EMEA Services organization’s efforts on managing all aspects of EHS. Participate on operations leadership teams within the region. Provide guidance and advice to executive leadership on enhancing the organizational culture. Investigate all incidents, near-miss incidents, and occupational injuries to determine causes and implement corrective actions. Understand the implementation of LIFE/SIF (Serious Injury and Fatality prevention), HOP (Human and Organizational Performance) and other recent developments in safety management. Manage the occupational injury process and coordinate all return-to-work activities. Investigate and establish standards for personal protective equipment. Compiles, analyzes, and interprets statistical data related to exposure factors concerning occupational illnesses and accidents and prepares reports. Review safety and environmental programs for compliance with company standards and government regulations and customer expectations. Work with customers to ensure our safety-related on-site activities are aligned with our contracts and their expectations. Develops incident prevention and loss-control systems and programs for incorporation into operational policies. Develop and implement environmental programs to assure compliance with applicable federal, state and local regulations and in support of company environmental guidelines including but not limited to air permitting, hazardous and non-hazardous waste collection and disposal, and management of refrigerants. Manage and coordinate safety activities to ensure implementation of best practice safety activities throughout Business Unit and assist the global team in adopting relevant policies. Monitor programs/reports for trends and take appropriate action to alert management. Provide technical input to teams and recommend future environmental and safety preventative actions including alternative methods or equipment to eliminate potential problem areas. Create, administer, and conduct safety and environmental training to support established programs. Develop, track, analyze, and communicate reactive and proactive safety statistics and environmental reporting and statistics. Submit all required safety and environmental reports on time and accurately as required by laws and regulations. Coordinate involvement with regulatory and management system inspections and audits. Devises methods to evaluate safety program and conducts or directs evaluations. Advise management of any upcoming environmental and safety legislation that will affect the operations of the services team. Evaluates technical and scientific publications concerned with safety management to update knowledge of safety program developments. Supervise employees involved in environmental and safety activities, including assigning and reviewing work and evaluating performance. Supervise, delegate, and prioritize workload. Implement staff procedure and conduct staff meetings. Oversee office functions. Train staff on policies, procedures, and internal controls Other special projects as required. Qualifications: - Required/ Minimum Qualifications: - Bachelor’s degree required, preferably in Environmental, Safety, Engineering, or related field 10 years to 15 years of experience in Environment and Safety technical capacity. Minimum 10 years of progressive experience in EHS management, preferably in Electronics manufacturing and services, Heavy Engineering, Petro Chemicals, Biotechnology, Consumer Products or other progressive industries. Experience including program development and implementation. Thorough knowledge of EMEA EHS regulations, standards, and best practices, with the ability to interpret and apply them effectively. Emphasis on electrical safety, ARC Flash, Lockout, Machine Guarding, Ergonomics, etc. Proven leadership skills with the ability to inspire, engage, and empower teams to achieve EHS goals and objectives. Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills, with attention to detail and a commitment to excellence. Understanding of effective Lean and operating system implementation. Excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills, with the ability to effectively interact with employees at all levels of the organization. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with multiple projects. Ability to present analysis, results, and options to management in a clear, concise way. Excellent interpersonal skills Additional / Preferred Qualifications: - Bachelor’s degree required, preferably in Environmental, Safety, Engineering, or related field Physical & Environmental Requirements: - (To be used majorly for manufacturing jobs.) Time Travel Needed: Percentage of Travel needed in the job 25-50% Work Authorization No calls or agencies please. Vertiv will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1, H-1, H-2, L, B, J, or TN or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire. Equal Opportunity Employer We promote equal opportunities for all with respect to hiring, terms of employment, mobility, training, compensation, and occupational health, without discrimination as to age, race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy status (including childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity / expression (including transgender status or sexual stereotypes), genetic information, citizenship status, national origin, protected veteran status, political affiliation, or disability.

Responsibilities

This director is accountable for developing and directing Environmental and Safety programs across EMEA to reduce workplace hazards, ensure compliance with all regulations, and minimize environmental impact. Key duties include leading EHS efforts for the Services organization, investigating incidents, managing injury processes, and developing environmental compliance programs.