Mgr, Environmental Health and Safety

Vantive•Largo, FL

2d•$108,000 - $148,500•Hybrid

About The Position

The Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) Manager is responsible for leading and managing EHS programs for the Largo FL Depot, and Field Service Teams in the US. This role provides strategic direction, ensures compliance with regulatory and corporate standards, and drives initiatives that reduce risk and promote a culture of safety and environmental stewardship. The EHS Manager partners with cross-functional teams to implement best practices, deliver continuous improvement, and align operations with organizational goals.

Requirements

Proven track record of interpersonal skills with the ability to interface well with others and integrate into other team environments.
Experience prioritizing and managing multiple and technically complex assignments concurrently.
Organized, analytical, detail-oriented, problem-solver, project management skills, and focus on results.
Experience in influencing cross-functional teams in a fast-paced and diverse environment.
Proven ability to deliver individual and team results.
Ability to analyze and interpret scientific, statistical data and information to determine potential root cause and paths for process improvement.
Strong professional writing skills and ability to prepare technical reports.
Ability to clearly articulate information during regulatory inspections.
Ability to understand applicable regulatory guidelines.
Strong assessment and troubleshooting skills.
Ability to respond to detailed inquiries and present information to groups and leaders.
Computer proficiency in Microsoft Office and ability to use enterprise software.
Demonstrated critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
Possess a working knowledge of related disciplines/other functions including technical services and operations processes.
Subject matter expert in applicable EHS&S regulations
B.S. Degree in Environmental, Safety, Engineering or related field required.
Minimum of 5+ years of EHS experience working in manufacturing, servicing medical devices, pharmaceuticals, or biotechnology.
Must be conversant in applicable EHS regulations.

Nice To Haves

Professional certifications preferred.

Responsibilities

Develop and execute EHS strategies that align with corporate objectives and regulatory requirements in depot and field operations.
Foster a proactive safety culture through leadership engagement, employee training, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Implement proactive incident prevention initiatives and lead corrective actions to reduce future risk in depot and field operations.
Manage EHS-related projects from planning through execution, ensuring timely delivery and alignment with organizational priorities.
Communicate EHS data, performance indicators and incident trends to depot and field leadership to identify emerging risk patterns (leading indicators) and propose policy adjustments.
Manage EHS budget ensuring effective allocation and utilization of resources
Ensure adherence to all applicable EHS laws, regulations, and Vantive policies across Depot and Field operations.
Conduct risk assessments, inspections, and audits; implement timely corrective actions to mitigate hazards.
Serve as the primary liaison with regulatory agencies (EPA, OSHA) for inspections, permitting, and reporting.
Track regulatory changes impacting operations and proactively update policies and practices.
Ensure compliance with environmental regulations.
Maintain required environmental permits, records, and reporting.
Lead the creation and maintenance of EHS standards, procedures, and content within the Quality Management System.
Oversee emergency preparedness and response programs, including hurricane planning and execution.
Administer Fire Captain and First Responder programs and ensure compliance with hazardous materials shipping regulations.
Organize and manage employee safety programs (PPE distribution, blood drives, recognition events).
Partner with US Field Service Managers to reduce mobile workforce incidents and improve safety awareness.
Work with management to ensure programs, training, and reportability is documented, proceduralized, and appropriate training is in place.
Analyze incidents, accidents, and near-miss data to identify trends and implement corrective and preventive actions.
Lead workplace injury investigations, root cause analysis, follow-up actions to include the use of Benchmark and creating the Learning Sharing document; and collaborate with leadership on corrective actions.
Manage Workers’ Compensation cases, including restricted duty and return-to-work programs.
Collect and maintain accurate EHS data in the corporate database.
Comply with all environmental, health, and safety requirements, including department-specific standards.