EHS Director

The Doe Run Company•Maryland Heights, MO

2h•Onsite

About The Position

The Doe Run Company is seeking an EHS Director to drive environmental, health, and safety compliance in alignment with the organization’s sustainability strategy. The role identifies and manages risk, ensures systems and processes are in place to reduce liabilities, and supports continuous improvement of EHS performance. The work location is either Viburnum or St. Louis, Missouri. The EHS Director leads development and implementation of EHS management systems, processes, and standards; provides regulatory and compliance guidance to operations and top management; and oversees environmental, health, and safety leadership. The position also mentors and develops the team, supports permitting, and works with senior leaders to strengthen compliance, accountability, and EHS performance. Work is generally performed in a standard office setting, with occasional work in operational environments involving outdoor weather, extreme heat or cold, and underground conditions. PPE may include a respirator, hard hat, eye protection, and foot protection. The role may require sitting for extended periods, standing, walking, repetitive movement, talking, hearing, vision at 20 inches or less, and lifting up to 15 pounds. Job offers are contingent upon successful completion and clearance of a post-offer drug screen, physical, and background check. The role may also require a motor vehicle record review and ATF explosives possessor clearance.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree required.
10 or more years of experience in environmental, health, and safety law and regulations.
Demonstrated experience building positive relationships with senior leaders in operations in manufacturing, metals, mining, or a similar industry.
Proven strong communication and influencing skills, including the ability to liaise with environmental agencies and local and federal government entities.
Experience creating a high-performance culture and retaining talent, fostering results and accountability.
Experience leading organizational change initiatives, with communication and presentation skills to influence at all levels of an organization.
Hands-on experience in major regulatory work, including Air, Water, and RCRA.
Advanced computer skills, including Microsoft Office Suite and Microsoft Project.
Proficient verbal and written communication skills and effective influencing skills.
Advanced knowledge of environmental, health, and safety regulatory programs and regulations relevant to industry.
Entrepreneurial and authentic work ethic, inspiring and supportive leadership style, and strong business acumen.
Advanced project management skills to oversee and direct complex projects and support operational improvements that meet permit and regulatory requirements.
Leadership skills to create a skilled, motivated, and highly effective team.
Ability to meet physical and environmental demands, including occasional work in operational environments and lifting up to 15 pounds.
Successful completion and clearance of post-offer drug screen, physical, and background check; the role may also require a motor vehicle record review and ATF explosives possessor clearance.

Nice To Haves

Environmental Science, Health & Safety, or an engineering-related field of study.
Familiarity with CERCLA.

Responsibilities

Lead the development and implementation of EHS management systems, processes, and standards.
Mentor and inspire the team, including leading talent development, succession planning, and performance management initiatives.
Lead operations with acquisition and renewal of permits by providing advice regarding environmental compliance.
Provide top management with advice and relevant regulatory information concerning EHS legislation, regulations, and guidance.
Provide oversight and direction to environmental, health, and safety leadership to ensure compliance and continuous improvement.
Engage and influence senior leaders’ business decisions to support successful EHS performance.
Foster a culture of EHS compliance by allocating resources, establishing expectations, and holding teams accountable for EHS policies, procedures, and best practices.
Review reports and ensure corrective action for unsafe acts or conditions, incidents, and deviations.
Participate in continuous improvement in EHS performance through management systems.
Perform other projects and duties as assigned.