Director – Ehs

Description: The Director, EHS is a high energy, hands-on and highly visible role supporting the Perimeter Security segment across North America.  Directly and through team members, this role has responsibility for environmental and safety compliance and training, sustainability reporting, and physical security.  This role is critical in fostering a culture of safety and environmental responsibility across the organization.  The Director is both a strategic leader and operational manager, blending regulatory expertise with leadership to protect people, the environment, and the organization’s reputation.

Responsibilities:

• Ensure compliance with applicable environmental regulations, permits, and reporting requirements; monitor regulatory changes and assess impact on operations; develop and implement programs to maintain compliance and employ industry best practices
• Manage environmental programs including air emissions, wastewater, storm water, hazardous and non-hazardous waste, and chemical management
• Drive continuous improvement of the ISO 14001 program and ensure renewed certification at prescribed intervals
• Oversee audits, inspections, and compliance assessments; develop and execute corrective actions as appropriate
• Coordinate property insurance inspections and respond to risk report findings
• Lead sustainability initiatives focused on energy efficiency, waste reduction, water conservation, and greenhouse gas reduction; partner with operations and engineering teams to incorporate sustainability into projects and continuous improvement efforts
• Develop and deliver employee training related to environmental compliance, OSHA/safety compliance, and sustainability initiatives; monitor and report on training completion and effectiveness
• Track, analyze, and report sustainability and EHS compliance metrics; act as the sustainability reporting and project champion for the segment
• Oversee safety compliance program for North America; monitor to ensure training effectiveness and policy adoption in support of robust “Safety First” culture
• Develop and maintain effective relationships with Leaders across BSPS sites to promote a healthy culture of empowerment, transparency, engagement, and positive employee relations
• Conduct workplace accident/incident investigations; appropriately engages Management and/or legal counsel in litigated/potentially litigated matters; prepares information to respond to internal and external inquiries
• Ensure employee and asset safety through physical security programs (cameras, access controls, and security patrol/guards)
• Manages EHS budgets and allocates resources efficiently
• Communicate verbally and in writing (English) with employees across all levels in the organization; tailors effective messaging appropriately for the audience
• Operate motor vehicle to travel between locations as required; may operate rental vehicles during out-of-town travel
• Regular attendance at the workplace is required; periodic schedule modification to support off-shift (nights/weekend) employees may be required
• Moderate travel, including some overnight travel by ground or air transportation, is required; some international travel may be required

Key Relationships:

This is a managerial role requiring collaboration and cooperation with leaders across assigned sites and with other EHS and HR staff.  The role interacts with employees at all levels and with external vendors and regulatory agencies as required.

REQUIRED Knowledge, Skills and Competencies:  

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, environmental engineering, or related field
• A minimum of eight (8) years of comprehensive EHS experience evidencing a progression in responsibility and at least three (3) years in a people-leadership capacity directly managing EHS technicians and professionals
• Significant experience in multi-site operations within a manufacturing or construction industry
• Deep technical mastery of local, state, and federal environmental and safety regulations and industry best practices; professional certification demonstrating subject matter expertise is preferred
• Capable of balancing statutory compliance with commercial reality, evaluating issues on probability and business impact
• Approaches operational leaders as a true problem-solving partner rather than a rigid policy gatekeeper
• Results-driven and self-directed, with a strong focus on functional delivery, cross-regional impact, and high-quality operational support
• Demonstrated operational ownership, thriving in hands-on execution and team enablement
• Open to feedback, curious about differing perspectives, and receptive to evolving approaches
• Able to model composure, manage high workloads sustainably, and maintain clear perspective during demanding periods and competing priorities
• Valid Driver License and acceptable driving record
• Valid Passport and ability to travel internationally
• Proficiency in computer applications including Microsoft Office products; proficiency at an intermediate level for both Word and Excel is essential
• Experience using Applicant Tracking, HRIS/HCM software and associated reporting & analytics
• Professional communication skills, both verbal and written (English); bilingual (Spanish) is advantageous

Work Environment and Physical Requirements:

Work is performed in a typical office environment; occasional visits to production and warehouse/yard facilities may be required.

Employees must be able to perform the essential functions listed as job responsibilities and the physical activities below; reasonable accommodation(s) may be offered to assist qualified employees with disabilities in performing the essential functions. 

• Sit for extended periods while operating phone and computer
• Traverse facility buildings and yard, both indoors and outdoors; navigate paved and unpaved, sometimes uneven or irregular terrain
• Occasionally stoop, squat, kneel, bend, and reach above shoulder-height and down to the floor
• Occasionally climb stairs or steps
• Occasionally lift, carry (moderate distances), and push/pull up to twenty-five (25) lbs
• Operate golf cart and motor vehicle as needed locally or while travleing abroad

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