Regional EHS Manager

Polar Service Centers - Baytown, TX

Full-time - Mid Level

Baytown, TX

1,001-5,000 employees

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

The Regional EHS Manager at Depot Connect International (DCI) is responsible for providing leadership and direction to ensure compliance with Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) standards across assigned locations. This role involves strategic planning, technical support, and management of EHS issues, while fostering a culture of safety and compliance within the organization.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the EHS technical expert for the assigned region, managing environmental, health, safety, and industrial hygiene issues.
• Travel to various locations for inspections, coaching, and identifying EHS hazards.
• Lead the implementation of EHS culture change using Human and Organizational Performance (HOP) principles.
• Manage compliance programs and act as a liaison with regulatory agencies.
• Collaborate with internal teams to integrate EHS considerations into business practices.
• Develop and implement a safety-oriented strategy and report on EHS KPIs.
• Create specific EHS objectives and action plans based on risk assessments.
• Maintain an EHS compliance calendar for regulatory activities.
• Work with regional leadership to ensure operational controls are in place and action items are resolved.
• Conduct site assessments to evaluate compliance with OSHA standards.
• Manage incident investigations and develop corrective actions.
• Monitor and report on the effectiveness of EHS actions and compliance reporting.
• Perform risk and hazard assessments and develop emergency response plans.
• Promote a proactive safety culture through training and communication.
• Advise on EHS implications for new services and products.
• Ensure accurate EHS record keeping and document management.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in EHS or related Science field is highly desired; Master's Degree preferred.
• Over 10 years of experience in EHS function may substitute for a Bachelor's degree.
• Minimum of 5 years' experience in EHS within a high-risk industry.
• Strong knowledge of EHS regulations, particularly OSHA and EPA laws.
• Basic management skills including goal setting and performance tracking.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience managing multiple sites.
• Preference for EHS-related professional certifications (ASP, CSP, IHIT, CIH, CHMM, etc.).

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in the chemical industry.
• Participation in relevant industry associations and groups.

Benefits

• 401(k) with match
• Partially employer paid Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• 10 Paid Holidays
• Short and Long Term Disability Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Parental Leave