EHS Leader: Proactive Safety & Compliance

NXTSTP MEXICO; Sabonnères; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

NXTSTP MEXICO is seeking an experienced EHS Director to lead and align environmental, health, and safety programs across operations in Occitanie. You will guide cross-functional teams, ensure regulatory compliance, and drive a proactive safety culture.

Responsibilities include developing standards, conducting audits, coordinating emergency planning, and reporting EHS performance to management. Strong leadership and multilingual skills are a plus.

Qualifications

• Proven experience leading EHS teams with regulatory compliance focus.
• Strong knowledge of EHS regulations across jurisdictions.
• Experience developing and leading comprehensive EHS programs.
• Experience conducting safety audits and incident investigations.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coordinate, and support EHS personnel in developing and implementing programs that promote and strengthen a proactive safety culture.
• Lead, coach, mentor, and develop EHS team members while supporting their professional growth and alignment with organizational objectives.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable internal and external EHS regulations, standards, and requirements.
• Establish and maintain effective, professional relationships with regulatory agencies and authorities.
• Develop and implement standards, procedures, and initiatives focused on incident prevention, environmental protection, and pollution prevention.
• Conduct regular EHS audits, inspections, assessments, and management reviews to identify opportunities for improvement.
• Develop, implement, and maintain emergency response and preparedness plans.
• Define, coordinate, and oversee EHS training programs to ensure employees have the knowledge and skills necessary to work safely and compliantly.
• Provide support and leadership during federal and state regulatory audits and inspections.
• Collect, analyze, and report EHS performance metrics and key performance indicators.
• Prepare management reports highlighting EHS trends, risks, performance gaps, and recommended improvement actions.
• Analyze accident, injury, near-miss, and incident data to identify trends and opportunities for prevention.
• Develop, coordinate, and/or conduct EHS audits, inspections, and compliance assessments.
• Provide EHS expertise and guidance for new, modified, and existing processes.
• Analyze EHS statistics, records, and documentation to identify trends, risks, and areas requiring corrective action.
• Promote safe work practices and behaviors while supporting employee development and accountability.
• Monitor and follow up on corrective and preventive actions to ensure timely resolution of EHS issues.
• Identify, propose, and implement ergonomic improvements to reduce workplace risks and enhance employee well-being.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives that strengthen EHS performance and operational excellence.

Skills

Regulatory compliance

Leadership

Auditing

EHS program development

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Occupational Safety, or related field

Master's degree in a relevant field (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

NXTSTP MEXICO is seeking an experienced EHS Director to lead and align environmental, health, and safety programs across operations in Occitanie. You will guide cross-functional teams, ensure regulatory compliance, and drive a proactive safety culture.

Responsibilities include developing standards, conducting audits, coordinating emergency planning, and reporting EHS performance to management. Strong leadership and multilingual skills are a plus.