EHS Director

EHS Director Position Overview

Provide strategic leadership and oversight of environmental, health, and safety programs across a manufacturing operation. Responsible for developing and implementing policies, ensuring regulatory compliance, reducing workplace risks, and fostering a strong culture of safety and environmental responsibility throughout the organisation.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee all environmental, health, and safety functions, programs, and initiatives.
• Develop and implement EHS strategies, policies, and procedures to promote a safe and compliant working environment.
• Ensure compliance with applicable health, safety, and environmental regulations and industry standards.
• Oversee workplace inspections, risk assessments, incident investigations, and corrective action programs.
• Monitor EHS performance through KPIs, audits, reporting, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Lead accident prevention, hazard identification, and workplace risk reduction programs.
• Manage environmental compliance, waste management, sustainability initiatives, and pollution prevention.
• Develop and deliver employee safety training and leadership development programs.
• Oversee emergency response procedures, business continuity planning, and workplace safety protocols.
• Partner with Operations, Quality, Maintenance, and senior leadership to embed safety into daily operations.
• Manage EHS budgets, resources, and external partnerships.
• Lead investigations into workplace incidents, ensuring root causes are identified and preventative measures implemented.
• Promote employee engagement and accountability, establishing safety as a core organisational priority.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Occupational Health & Safety, or a related discipline preferred.
• 10+ years of leadership experience in Environmental, Health & Safety within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of workplace safety legislation, environmental regulations, and risk management practices.
• Experience with EHS management systems, regulatory audits, incident investigations, and compliance programs.
• Professional EHS certifications such as NEBOSH, CSP, or equivalent preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to lead, develop, and influence teams at all organisational levels.
• Strong communication, analytical, problem-solving, and strategic leadership skills.
• Experience managing budgets, resources, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Flexibility to support operational requirements outside standard working hours.