HESQ Manager Job
About The Position
The HESQ Operations Manager reports administratively to the Mobile (MOBL) Plant Manager and functionally to the Coating Solutions Platform (CSP) Global HES Director. This role provides strong and inclusive leadership, clear strategic direction, and operational oversight for all Environmental, Health, Safety, and Quality (HESQ) programs at the site. The position leads a multidisciplinary team of 13 employees, including Safety Specialists, the Lead Environmental Engineer and Wastewater Treatment Operators, as well as the Quality Lab Supervisor and laboratory staff.. The HESQ Operations Manager is accountable for maintaining high standards in Environmental Compliance, Occupational Safety and Health, Process Safety Management, Product Quality Systems, Physical Security, and Wastewater Treatment (WWT) operations. Responsibilities include ensuring regulatory compliance, aligning with permit expectations, completing PHAs, MOCs, and RCIs on schedule, and maintaining strong alignment with the Quality Lab Supervisor to reinforce quality systems, technical rigor, and customer expectations. The position is located in a chemical manufacturing facility with all the inherent risks. Travel is minimal witih <5%. The role may rquire occasional off-hours support to meet operational, emergency response, or shift-related needs.
Requirements
- A minimum of 5 years of experience, 10 preferred, in a petrochemical or chemical manufacturing environment
- A minimum of 5 years of plant operations experience
- An engineering degree or similar
- Successful completion of OSHA #511
- Demonstrated epeience across Environmental, Health, Safety, Quality and Process Safety functionw, including familiarity with Alabaman environmental regulation
- Proven experinece leading diverse teams working across functions
- Demonstrated leadership and ability to build,engage, and develop high-performing teams
- Strong communications skills
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
- Comfortable influencing without authority and ability to foster a culture of accountability.
Nice To Haves
- Advanced degree or specialized training in HESQ related filds is beneficial
Responsibilities
- Maintain HESQ Compliance and Lead Critical Risk Programs
- Lead Environmental Compliance and Wastewater Treatment Operations
- Drive Continuous HESQ Improvement and Operational Excellence
- Oversee Laboratory Operations and Quality Systems
- Manage HESQ Budget and Cost Structure
- Lead and Develop a High‑Performing, Inclusive Team
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
