Americas Regional EHS Manager

Smiths Group • Edgewood, MD

8d • $111,333 - $166,999

About The Position

The Americas Regional EHS Manager is a management role reporting to the VP of Operations. The role manages environmental, industrial, health, and safety regulatory compliance for Smiths Detection Americas. It oversees the development, planning, and implementation of environmental, health, and safety policies and procedures, including chemical safety, ergonomics, illness and injury prevention, and building safety. The manager ensures compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, handles contact with relevant agencies, oversees licensed hazardous and radioactive waste disposal, monitors waste handling, and develops and supervises employee training programs covering compliance, inspections, hazardous materials, emergency response, industrial hygiene, and life safety. The role may serve as a point of contact for emergency personnel and administer the workers’ compensation program, and ensures corrective action is taken when hazards exist.

The manager leads a team of 3–5 employees and provides regional HSE&R leadership, technical expertise, and guidance. The role monitors performance and compliance, supports sites and field teams, leads incident investigations and corrective actions, coordinates ISO audits, and advances continuous improvement and safety culture across the region. It works in a matrix environment with divisional, regional, and site leadership, as well as global HSE leadership and other company contacts.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• At least 5 years of related HSE experience in a manufacturing setting, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• At least 5 years of supervision or management experience.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Demonstrated ability to lead change and establish an HSE culture.
• Demonstrated leadership and vision in managing projects or initiatives in a matrix environment.
• Ability to delegate and manage multiple responsibilities effectively.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills.
• Ability to challenge and debate important organizational issues diplomatically.
• Fluent user of Microsoft Office Suite.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree or equivalent in a related field.
• Experience with ISO 45001 and ISO 14001 management systems, or equivalent.
• Facilities management experience.
• Previous experience with security regulations in a global environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage a team of 3–5 employees, ensuring the competency and quality of regional HSE&R resources and supervising, developing, and mentoring team members.
• Provide leadership and guidance on HSE&R matters, serve as a subject matter expert, and promote a safety culture throughout the organization.
• Advise management on HSE and Radiation compliance requirements and ensure appropriate HSE and Radiation systems are in place.
• Manage and track regional Key Performance Indicators and drive improvements toward goals.
• Support problem resolution and provide leadership and guidance to site and field HSE teams.
• Ensure timely and accurate reporting of HSE&R performance data and incidents.
• Ensure site-specific environmental targets are met and challenged for improvement.
• Analyze and trend information for the Smiths Detection Global HSE Director and provide business and global HSE leaders with analysis of environmental metric trends and drivers.
• Support regional execution of tactical initiatives to eliminate hazards and risks and drive continuous HSE performance improvement.
• Assess HSE hazards and risks and provide technical expertise to meet regional regulations and company policies, procedures, and programs.
• Plan and direct HSE activities and programs, setting project execution priorities based on site resources and implementation costs.
• Investigate significant HSE&R incidents and ensure timely, complete implementation of corrective actions.
• Coordinate external registration and surveillance audit schedules for ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 with site HSE leads and a selected certifying body or registrar.
• Ensure focused HSE&R training and education are developed and delivered across sites and field operations.
• Develop understanding of HSE&R issues and site leaders’ role in mitigating them.
• Maintain regular matrixed interface with divisional, regional, and site leadership, HSE contacts, and internal and external company contacts regarding HSE&R objectives and performance.
• Communicate significant site activities and events in a timely manner.
• Support field-based staff with specific HSE&R programs.
• Review submissions for the Global Smiths Detection HSE monthly call.
• Ensure each site meets monthly Playbook and Group Leading Indicator Program requirements.
• Support and facilitate preparation and maintenance of emergency procedures for potential facility or security emergencies and disasters, in coordination with site Security leadership; support preparation of interoperation procedures and operating instructions.
• Ensure processes establish, maintain, and control archived business documents and stored facility equipment to comply with applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations.

Benefits

• Excellent training and opportunities for career growth locally and globally.
• Inclusive environment with strong leadership and a focus on safety and wellbeing.
• Choice of benefits to support employees and their families across health, wellbeing, financial, and lifestyle needs.
• Competitive Business Profit Plan.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Paid time off.
• Other benefits included in the company benefits package.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager