Sr. Dir. of Quality, Health, Safety, & Enviro

Ocean Power Technologies•Monroe Township, NJ

67d•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking an experienced and visionary Senior Director of QHSE to provide strategic leadership and oversight for our global Quality, Health, Safety, and Environmental programs. This executive role will be responsible for setting the QHSE strategy, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, driving operational excellence, and cultivating a culture of safety, quality, and continuous improvement across all levels of the organization.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Environmental Science, Occupational Health & Safety, Quality Management, or related field (Master's preferred).
15+ years of progressive QHSE experience, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role.
Expertise in ISO standards (9001, 14001, and 45001) and global regulatory frameworks (CE, COLREGS, IMO). Expertise in similar aviation standards are acceptable.
Demonstrated success in driving QHSE culture transformation and organizational change.
Strong business acumen with the ability to influence at the executive level.
Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder engagement skills.

Responsibilities

Develop and lead the company's global QHSE strategy, policies, and programs in alignment with business objectives.
Oversee quality management systems (ISO 9001) to ensure consistent delivery of products and services that meet customer and regulatory requirements.
Lead health & safety programs to maintain a safe workplace (ISO 45001), achieve zero-incident goals, and comply with OSHA and other relevant standards.
Provide executive reporting on QHSE performance, risks, and opportunities to senior leadership and the board.
Partner with business leaders to integrate QHSE principles into daily operations and long-term strategic planning.
Prepare OPT for attainment of the ISO 14001 standard by the third quarter CY-2027.
Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing QHSE team across multiple regions and facilities.
Ensure readiness for external audits, inspections, certifications, and regulatory reviews.