Director, Global EHS

Dover Corporation•Smithfield, NC

1d•Onsite

About The Position

At Dover Fueling Solutions (DFS), we are taking fueling and convenience retail to the next level. We are passionate about cultivating excellence in everything we do, but what really fuels us is our people. They’re the heart of our company. As an employee, our promise to you is that you’ll work on new and innovative products and solutions, be mentored by managers and teammates who are collaborative, caring, and act with integrity, and have the opportunity to grow in ways that are meaningful to you. Unique and interesting projects – both locally and globally – will challenge you and allow you to pursue different and rewarding career paths. We are #EnergizedByGrowth. DFS is part of a legacy of leadership that spans back generations, made up of some of the most trusted, leading-edge brands in the industry. As part of Dover Corporation and with our talented, innovative, outstanding people, we are doing great things and redefining what is possible in fueling and convenience retail. Providing advanced fuel-dispensing equipment, including clean energy solutions, systems and payment, automatic tank gauging and wet stock-management solutions, DFS comprises the product brands of Wayne Fueling Systems, OPW Fuel Management Systems, ClearView, Tokheim, ProGauge, Fairbanks, LIQAL, AvaLAN, and Bulloch Technologies. Headquartered in Austin, TX, DFS has a significant technology development and manufacturing presence worldwide, including facilities in Brazil, China, India, Italy, Poland, the Netherlands, the United Kingdom and the United States. The Global Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) Director is responsible for developing, implementing, and overseeing EHS strategies, programs, and policies across all Dover Fuelling Solutions (DFS) sites worldwide. This role ensures global compliance with applicable environmental regulations, occupational health standards, and safety requirements while promoting a proactive culture of safety and sustainability throughout the organization. The Director will work closely with local site EHS leaders, operations, legal, HR, and external stakeholders, including Dover Corporate EHS, to reduce risk, drive performance improvements, and align global EHS initiatives with Dover objectives.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in environmental science, Occupational Health & Safety, Engineering, or a related field; master’s degree preferred.
Over 15+ years of progressive EHS leadership experience, including at least 5 years in a global or multi-site manufacturing environment.
Prior experience in successfully building and leading teams and developing talent across a global EHS function
Professional certifications strongly preferred (e.g., CSP, CIH, CHMM, NEBOSH, or equivalent).
Comprehensive understanding of worldwide EHS laws, standards, and frameworks.
Proven success in deploying EHS management systems across widespread teams.
Strong leadership, communication, and collaboration skills with the ability to influence across various functions and cultures.
Proven experience in crisis management, incident response, and regulatory interactions.
Ability to travel internationally up to 30% of the time.

Nice To Haves

Strategic thinking and decision-making
Cultural awareness and global collaboration
Change management and continuous improvement mindset
Data-driven analysis and performance measurement
Strong project management skills

Responsibilities

Lead the development and execution of DFS’s global EHS strategy, ensuring alignment with business goals and regulatory requirements.
Develops strategic plans in collaboration with business and functional needs
Implement KPI’s to ensure compliance with strategic safety incidents goals for DFS
Establish and maintain global EHS standards, policies, and procedures across all manufacturing, office, and distribution facilities.
Ensure compliance with international, national, and local EHS regulations.
Provide direction and operational guidance to build and foster a safety culture committed to safe work practices, health and wellness, incident and accident prevention, regulatory compliance, and environmental management and sustainability
Oversee EHS team and safety leaders at sites, providing training, direction, and support, data analysis reports, regulatory interpretations and guidance on all safety and health policies and programs of critical importance to overall corporate objectives, operations, and profitability
Partner with EHS site leaders to assess risk, implement corrective actions, and drive continuous improvement in workplace safety and environmental performance.
Monitor and report EHS performance metrics (lagging and leading indicators) and prepare regular updates for senior leadership.
Lead global incident investigation processes, ensuring root cause analysis and corrective/preventive actions are effectively implemented and shared globally.
Manage and audit third-party vendors, contractors, and consultants to ensure compliance with company EHS policies.
Champion sustainability initiatives including waste reduction, energy efficiency, environmental stewardship, and climate action planning.
Develop and deliver EHS training programs across sites to strengthen the safety culture and ensure awareness and compliance.
Serve as the primary contact for global regulatory bodies, audits, and certifications.
Stay current on global EHS trends, regulatory changes, and emerging best practices.