Division/Region HSE Manager

Forvia • Columbus, IN

108d

About The Position

The HSE Director, NAO will report directly to the Vice President of Operations, NAO and functionally to the Group HSE Director and FIS Industrial Vice President. The HSE Director, NAO will be responsible for leading and driving the Region to achieve business goals and reducing risk to people, property and the environment. He/she is a key contributor in the decision-making process on setting HSE strategy as part of the continuous improvement mindset, and informs and advises Management and support functions on HSE matters. The ambition is to provide an accident-free, healthy, and safe environment within NAO.

Requirements

• Minimum education level: Bachelor's Degree in Occupational Safety, Engineering, or related field.
• 8+ years in HSE and additional roles in operations preferred.
• Experience in leading big transformational projects.
• Able to structure work towards milestones, meet deadlines, report progress in a challenging environment.
• Working in a multi-site environment & matrixed organization.

Nice To Haves

• Leading by influence is key for the position.
• Entrepreneur, positive, dynamic, proactive and flexible.
• Strategic mindset and agility to adapt to changing and volatile environment.
• Risk taking and ability to seize potentials and define priorities accordingly.
• Comfortable in a challenging environment with plants, operations network, and with transversal management.
• Curious & eager to learn and keep improving inside and outside HSE.

Responsibilities

• Establish a Regional strategy for HSE, including a uniform risk assessment, and ensuring accident enquiries are properly achieved (time- and quality-wise).
• Drive a culture of transparency and anticipation to secure a healthy and safe environment.
• Provide clear recommendations to management for crisis situations, e.g. weather emergencies.
• Ensure consolidation and follow-up of the monthly reporting of key indicators (accidents, environmental data, fire safety, energy consumption...) in NAO.
• Secure HSE tools and procedures for R&D, Programs and plant management in the BG in compliance with applicable legal & Group rules & requirements.
• Plan and monitor the appropriate level of staffing in HSE within the region, including the anticipated evolution of HSE organization and individuals.
• Drive, challenge and coach Division HSE Managers and support their development as well as the development of key resources.
• Organize critical site reviews.
• Lead & support the daily operations of HSE within FIS, NAO.
• Validate Targets Setting & Monitoring for HSE KPI with strong Group and Division collaboration.
• Escalate critical risks, track alerts (AMS) and ensure the execution of mitigation actions.
• Report results to the monthly NAO operations meeting as well as required group reports.
• Drive a continuous improvement culture by animating NAO HSE network and secure alignment with the Group.
• Encourage best practice sharing across Divisions with a culture of transparency and continuous improvement for HSE.
• Participate in the development of Group HSE policies.

Benefits

• Engaging and dynamic environment.
• Opportunities for career development.
• Access to more than 22 hours of online and in-person training within FORVIA University.
• Multicultural environment that values diversity and international collaboration.
• Commitment to CO2 Net Zero by no later than 2045.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Industry: Transportation Equipment Manufacturing
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree