Global QHSE Director

Fracht USA•Houston, TX

7d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Global Director of Quality, Health, Safety, and Environment (QHSE) is responsible for defining and executing the global QHSE strategy to ensure operational excellence, regulatory compliance, and a strong safety culture across all Fracht Operations. This role partners closely with executive leadership to embed QHSE into business performance, drive continuous improvement, and proactively manage risk across a complex, multi-regional environment. The Global QHSE Director will act as a strategic advisor to the business while leading the development of high-performing QHSE teams worldwide.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Health & Safety or related field
Lead Auditor certification (OHSMS, QMS, EMS)
Proven leadership experience in QHSE within a global, multi-site organization
Demonstrated success in developing and executing QHSE strategies across multiple regions
Strong executive presence with the ability to influence at C-suite level
Commercial awareness, including experience supporting tenders and client engagements
Experience leading and developing diverse, cross-cultural teams
Ability to travel internationally as required

Nice To Haves

Advanced qualifications in Business, Quality Management, or Auditing preferred
Training and assessment qualifications are advantageous
Background in energy, logistics, or similarly regulated industries preferred

Responsibilities

Define and implement a global QHSE strategy aligned with business objectives
Establish and lead the QHSE Centre of Excellence
Partner with executive leadership to integrate QHSE into operational and commercial decision-making
Drive a consistent global framework while allowing for regional flexibility
Ensure compliance with all applicable international, national, and local QHSE regulations
Oversee audits, inspections, and corrective action programs
Lead incident investigations, root cause analysis, and preventative actions
Manage risk across operations, vendors, and supply chain partners
Drive continuous improvement through data, metrics, and performance insights
Oversee QHSE management systems and ensure data accuracy and integrity
Deliver monthly, quarterly, and annual QHSE performance reporting
Align global practices with industry standards and customer expectations
Represent the organization with regulatory agencies, clients, and industry bodies
Build strong relationships with key customers, particularly within the energy sector
Support commercial activities, including tenders and client presentations, ensuring QHSE alignment
Lead, coach, and develop regional QHSE teams
Foster a proactive, safety-first culture across all regions
Design and deliver training programs to build organizational capability
Promote accountability and continuous improvement at all levels