Global EHS Director

Description

The Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) Director will play a key role in Bransons leadership team to lead Bransons global EHS initiatives. This role will ensure Branson is compliant with environmental laws and regulations while enhancing the organizations commitment to sustainable practices. The Director will be responsible for maintaining and advancing numerous EHS Programs to assure the highest degree of safety for employees and environmental compliance. This position will deliver clear directions to ensure employees are working safely by consistently enforcing environmental safety and health policies.

In This Role Your Responsibilities Will Be:

• Strategic Policy Development & Governance
  Champion the development and implementation of strategic EHS policies and procedures that align with the organizations long-term goals and regulatory frameworks.
  Lead the organization in achieving compliance with complex local state and federal EHS regulations ensuring readiness for audits and inspections.
  Serve as the principal architect of EHS governance fostering a culture of accountability and compliance across Branson.
• Advanced Risk Management and Strategic Assessment
  Oversee comprehensive risk management strategies that incorporate advanced analytical tools for identifying and mitigating potential hazards.
  Develop a culture of incident and best practice sharing across sites and regions.
  Direct high-level investigations into critical incidents and near-misses leveraging insights to drive systemic change and strategic risk reduction.
  Develop organizational risk forecasts and scenario planning methodologies to proactively manage emerging safety and environmental challenges.
  Executive Training and Cultural Transformation
  Design and implement visionary EHS training programs that align with the organizations strategic objectives enhancing leadership engagement and employee empowerment.
  Lead initiatives to embed EHS principles into the organizational culture fostering a proactive safety mindset and environmental stewardship at all levels.
  Collaborate with executive leadership to ensure EHS training programs support organizational change and resilience.
  Performance Excellence and Transformational Improvement
  Develop and implement strategic performance metrics and KPIs to elevate EHS performance ensuring alignment with organizational objectives and industry benchmarks.
  Lead continuous improvement initiatives that drive transformational changes in safety and environmental performance leveraging data analytics and innovation.
  Position the organization as a leader in EHS performance through both internal and external reporting and strategic communications that highlight achievements and commitments.
  Executive Collaboration and Strategic Partnership
  Serve as a strategic advisor to the executive team providing insights and guidance on EHS trends and integrating EHS strategies with organizational goals.
  Cultivate strategic relationships with regulatory bodies industry partners and key stakeholders to influence policy development and drive collaborative initiatives.
  Lead cross-functional teams in the development of integrated EHS solutions that align with business strategies and enhance organizational resilience.

For This Role You Will Need:

• Bachelor degree required
• 10 years of progressive experience in EHS roles with at least 5 years in a leadership or management capacity
• Demonstrated experience in manufacturing and engineering with deep understanding of sector-specific EHS challenges and regulations
• Proven track record of successfully navigating and complying with complex environmental health and safety regulations
• Strong leadership skills with ability to influence and drive change at all organizational levels
• Ability to travel up to 50% including internationally
• Legal Authorization to work in the United States

Preferred Qualifications That Set You Apart:

• Master degree preferred.
• Senior-level experience setting the functional strategy and direction of an organization across a global enterprise
• A demonstrable experience in leading a large global organization preferably in a matrix organization
• Expertise in overseeing large-scale EHS projects with a focus on resource allocation timelines and delivering impactful results
• Experience in leading organizational change initiatives related to safety culture and environmental stewardship

Our Culture & Commitment to You:

At Emerson we prioritize a workplace where every employee is valued respected and empowered to grow. We foster an environment that encourages innovation collaboration and diverse perspectivesbecause we know that great ideas come from great teams. Our commitment to ongoing career development and growing an inclusive culture ensures you have the support to thrive. Whether through mentorship training or leadership opportunities we invest in your success so you can make a lasting impact. We believe diverse teams working together are key to driving growth and delivering business results.

We recognize the importance of employee wellbeing. We prioritize providing flexible competitive benefits plans to meet you and your familys physical mental financial and social needs. We provide a variety of medical insurance plans with dental and vision coverage Employee Assistance Program 401(k) tuition reimbursement employee resource groups recognition and much more. Our culture offers flexible time off plans including paid parental leave (maternal and paternal) vacation and holiday leave.

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Required Experience:

Director