Director, Global Environmental Health & Safety

Lindsay • Omaha, NE

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Director of Global Environmental Health & Safety (EH&S) leads the development and implementation of global EH&S policies, programs, training, and sustainability (ESG) initiatives aligned with Lindsay Corporation’s Operational Excellence goals. The position provides strategic and tactical EH&S leadership to the corporate office and global manufacturing plants and reports directly to the Senior Vice President of Global Operations.

The position requires relocation to either the Omaha, Nebraska corporate office or the Lindsay, Nebraska manufacturing plant. Remote work is not available. Employees based in Omaha will travel frequently to the Lindsay manufacturing site. The role also requires 25–40% domestic and international travel.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial/Occupational Health, Engineering, Environmental Health and Safety, or a related field.
• 15 years of experience in manufacturing, including EH&S program leadership and team management.
• At least 5 years of environmental experience.
• Ability to travel domestically and internationally 25–40% of the time.
• Experience building and developing a strong safety culture.
• High level of personal integrity.
• Strong organizational leadership, strategic thinking, and execution skills.
• Ability to demonstrate respect for people and a caring attitude.
• Demonstrated experience in safety culture development.
• Familiarity and experience with EH&S data management systems and Lean principles.
• Excellent English communication and writing skills and ability to speak effectively to diverse audiences.
• Proven ability to lead hands-on major EH&S initiatives and implement safety programs and cultural transformation.
• Ability to use computer software such as Microsoft PowerPoint, Word, and Excel.

Nice To Haves

• Professional certifications such as CHMM, CSP, or CIH.
• EPA or Superfund site cleanup experience.
• EH&S experience in metal fabrication or heavy manufacturing.
• Fluency in Spanish.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement global EH&S policies, programs, and training materials to promote a culture of safety and environmental responsibility.
• Enhance the Lindsay Safety System framework to help teams identify, assess, and control EH&S concerns.
• Standardize EH&S programs, procedures, and expectations across global sites while ensuring compliance with legal requirements and best practices.
• Collaborate with company leaders to establish global EH&S goals and objectives, and provide direction and mentorship to EH&S team members.
• Use a risk-based approach to provide tools, training, guidance, and support for EH&S challenges.
• Oversee EH&S audits at global sites and liaise with business partners, contractors, and vendors.
• Provide strategic EH&S support and analysis for new land or factory purchases and acquisitions.
• Manage high-impact and complex projects, including strategic training programs, and lead teams toward EH&S objectives.
• Plan global EH&S initiatives aligned with regional and global objectives while coaching and managing teams.
• Oversee and support global EH&S software and data management systems, ensuring teams have appropriate resources and guidance.
• Collaborate with Operations, HR, Legal, and other functions to address compliance issues, violations, and business challenges.
• Prepare and submit required environmental reports and permits for internal and external audiences, ensuring timely compliance.
• Investigate regulatory findings, assess their implications, and prepare relevant documents.
• Identify local, state, and federal regulatory impacts on operations and manage the process of obtaining environmental permits and approvals.
• Support sustainability (ESG) projects and initiatives that reduce energy use and carbon emissions and provide a positive environmental impact and ROI.
• Support implementation of the Lindsay Safety System, including LOTO, industrial hygiene, machine guarding, and job safety analysis.
• Develop, track, and monitor EH&S training.
• Investigate, track, and report injuries.
• Assist with site risk assessments.
• Lead monthly global EH&S meetings or calls.
• Track and analyze safety trends and analytics.
• Maintain records, including annual reports and permits.
• Oversee implementation of safety and environmental programs.

What This Job Offers

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