Regional EHS & Continuous Improvement Manager

DRiV; Wiesbaden; On-site; EUR 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work arrangements

Regional travel 40-60%

Professional development opportunities

International and collaborative work环境

Job summary

DRiV is seeking a Regional Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) and Continuous Improvement Manager to lead EHS strategy, compliance, risk management, and continuous improvement across multiple manufacturing and distribution sites in the region.

The role partners with site and regional leadership to strengthen safety performance, environmental stewardship, and operational excellence while driving sustainable business results.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science or related field.
• 8–10 years of progressive EHS leadership experience.
• Experience leading multiple sites and cross-country collaboration.
• Strong knowledge of environmental and occupational safety regulations and incident investigations.
• Experience with ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 management systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead deployment of regional EHS strategies, policies, standards, and management systems.
• Partner with site leadership to align EHS priorities with business objectives.
• Coach and develop site EHS professionals and operational leaders.
• Provide leadership updates on EHS performance, risks, and improvement opportunities.
• Drive continuous improvement and performance metrics including dashboards for leadership.

Skills

Analytical skills

Project management

Communication

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Occupational Safety, Engineering, Industrial Hygiene, or related field

Tools

ISO 14001

ISO 45001

Job description

The Regional Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) and Continuous Improvement Manager is responsible for leading EHS strategy, compliance, risk management, and continuous improvement initiatives across multiple manufacturing, engineering, technical, distribution, and support locations within the assigned region. This role partners closely with site and regional leadership to strengthen safety performance, environmental stewardship, regulatory compliance, and operational excellence while driving sustainable business results.

What You Will Do

Regional EHS Leadership

• Lead the deployment of regional EHS strategies, policies, standards, and management systems.
• Partner with site leadership to align EHS priorities with business objectives and operational needs.
• Coach and develop site EHS professionals and operational leaders to strengthen ownership and accountability.
• Provide leadership updates on EHS performance, risks, and improvement opportunities.

Compliance & Risk Management

• Support compliance with environmental, health, safety, and occupational regulations across all locations.
• Monitor regulatory developments and support permitting, reporting, inspections, and agency interactions.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate significant EHS risks, including serious injury and fatality (SIF) exposures.
• Lead incident reviews, root cause investigations, and implementation of sustainable corrective actions.

EHS Management Systems & Assurance

• Drive implementation and continuous improvement of the corporate EHS Management System.
• Support ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 certification readiness and ongoing compliance.
• Lead audits, compliance assessments, risk reviews, and management system evaluations.
• Ensure corrective actions are effectively implemented and standardized across locations.

Continuous Improvement & Performance

• Lead regional improvement initiatives focused on safety, environmental performance, risk reduction, and operational excellence.
• Integrate EHS principles into Lean and Operational Excellence programs.
• Analyze EHS metrics, performance trends, and KPIs to drive data-based decision making.
• Develop dashboards and performance updates for regional and corporate leadership.

Stakeholder Engagement

• Build strong partnerships with Operations, Engineering, HR, Quality, Facilities, and Corporate Functions.
• Support business transformation, acquisitions, and organizational change initiatives.
• Participate in regional leadership reviews and strategic planning activities.

What Will Make You Successful

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Occupational Safety, Engineering, Industrial Hygiene, or related field.
• Eight to ten years of progressive EHS leadership experience within manufacturing, industrial, automotive, or similar environments.
• Experience supporting multiple sites and leadership across different countries and cultures.
• Strong knowledge of environmental and occupational safety regulations, compliance management, and incident investigation.
• Working knowledge of ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 management systems.
• Experience with risk assessments, SIF prevention programs, emergency preparedness, and contractor safety management.
• Exposure to Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, or Operational Excellence methodologies preferred.
• Strong analytical, project management, communication, and stakeholder influencing skills.
• Proven ability to lead change and drive improvements within a matrix and international organization.

What Do We Offer

• Opportunity to influence EHS strategy across a diverse regional footprint.
• Exposure to senior leadership and strategic initiatives.
• International and collaborative work environment.
• Professional development and career growth opportunities.
• Flexible work arrangements and regional travel opportunities (approximately 40-60%).