Global Head EHS Risk Management & Environmental Lead

CSL

10h

About The Position

The Senior Director, Global EHS & Environmental Risk Management is accountable for leading the strategic development, implementation, and oversight of Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) and environmental risk management programs across all global operations. This role ensures proactive identification, assessment, and mitigation of EHS and environmental risks, aligning with international regulatory requirements, , and business goals. The incumbent will drive global risk governance, foster a culture of safety and environmental complaince, and integrate EHS and environmental management into core business operations and decision-making processes.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Sustainability, Occupational Health, Engineering, or related field required; Master's degree preferred.
• Professional certifications such as CSP (Certified Safety Professional), CIH (Certified Industrial Hygienist), or equivalent strongly preferred.
• Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in global EHS and environmental risk management, compliance, and governance.
• Proven track record of leading global EHS and environmental programs and managing complex risk portfolios.
• Strategic Thinking and Vision
• Environmental Stewardship and Sustainability
• Climate Risk and ESG Integration
• Global Regulatory Acumen
• Risk Assessment and Mitigation
• Leadership and Influence
• Cross-functional Collaboration
• Data-driven Decision Making
• Change Management
• Stakeholder Engagement
• Governance and Policy Development
• Continuous Improvement Mindset
• Global Risk Governance

Nice To Haves

• Experience with digital EHS platforms and data analytics tools is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a global EHS risk management and environmental management strategies aligned with corporate goals, regulatory requirements, and sustainability objectives.
• Lead enterprise-wide risk assessments and implement mitigation plans for high-impact EHS and environmental risks.
• Establish and maintain global EHS and environmental governance frameworks, policies, and procedures.
• Ensure compliance with international EHS and environmental regulations, standards, and best practices.
• Develop and oversee global Environmental Management Systems (EMS) aligned with ISO 14001 and corporate sustainability goals.
• Drive initiatives to reduce environmental footprint (energy, emissions, water, waste) and support corporate carbon reduction targets.
• Collaborate with sustainability teams to integrate environmental risk into ESG reporting and climate resilience strategies.
• Monitor emerging environmental regulations and trends to ensure proactive compliance and risk mitigation.
• Collaborate with regional and functional leaders to embed EHS and environmental risk management into business operations.
• Monitor and report on global EHS and environmental performance, trends, and emerging issues.
• Support internal and external audits, inspections, and regulatory engagements.
• Champion continuous improvement initiatives and innovation in EHS and environmental risk management.
• Provide strategic guidance and leadership to global EHS and environmental teams and stakeholders.
• Promote a culture of accountability, safety, and proactive environmental stewardship across the organization.
• Oversee governance and risk mitigation strategies for high-risk operations (e.g., chemical handling, confined space entry, working at heights).
• Champion a values-based safety and sustainability culture through leadership engagement, behavioral safety initiatives, and recognition programs.
• Oversee the global pSIF (Potential Serious Injury & Fatality) program, including the definition of event criteria, systematic identification processes, centralized tracking, and implementation of targeted mitigation strategies to proactively reduce high-consequence risks.
• Ensure all capital project designs include proactive EHS and environmental risk mitigation strategies.
• Lead high-hazard activity and global culture programs to promote safety, sustainability, and risk awareness.
• Oversee the pSIF (Potential Serious Injury and Fatality) program, including defining criteria for pSIF events, identification, tracking, and mitigation strategies.
• Develop and implement enterprise-wide EHS and environmental risk management frameworks to support consistent global practices.
• Develop and deliver EHS and environmental risk awareness and training programs across all business units.

Benefits

• For more information on CSL benefits visit How CSL Supports Your Well-being | CSL.
• At CSL, Inclusion and Belonging is at the core of our mission and who we are. It fuels our innovation day in and day out. By celebrating our differences and creating a culture of curiosity and empathy, we are able to better understand and connect with our patients and donors, foster strong relationships with our stakeholders, and sustain a diverse workforce that will move our company and industry into the future.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees