EHS Manager Europe

Graham Packaging; Lille; Sur place; EUR 55 000 - 75 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

A global manufacturing company in Hauts-de-France seeks a Regional EHS Manager. This role emphasizes developing a zero-accident culture and ensuring compliance with EHS regulations. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Safety or Engineering, with 3-5 years of experience and fluency in English. Responsibilities include providing guidance on safety practices, supporting incident management, and promoting sustainability initiatives. Regular travel within European Plants may be required.

Qualifications

• 3 to 5 years of experience in Health & Safety management.
• Fluent in English; knowledge of other languages is a plus.
• Knowledge of EU health and safety regulations and standards.

Responsabilités

• Develop and lead Health & Safety organizations focused on zero accidents.
• Provide technical guidance for EHS compliance.
• Support incident investigations and responses.

Connaissances

Structured problem solving

Rigorous documentation

Strong analytical skills

Positive attitude

Proactive communication

Formation

Higher education degree in Safety/Operations, Engineering, or related manufacturing

Description du poste

Reporting to the Regional Operations’ Director, the Regional Environment, Health and Safety (EHS) Manager Europe is responsible for the implementation of Our One Graham approach to Health, Safety, Environment for the European Operations.

He/she will develop a high performing Health & Safety organization focused on a ZERO accident and full Health & Safety culture within the regional Plants, working hand in hand with the Global Vice President of Environmental, Occupational Health & Safety. He/she will assist the Regional OPS team in identifying impacts of business changes to EHS, identification of successful business tools and applications, tracking and measuring success to promote value added services to the organization.

Responsibilities

• Support efforts to continuously improve Health & Safety results with the goal of achieving ZERO accidents and promoting a strong Safety Culture.
• Assist in the application of current tools and the implementation of new ones to enhance Health & Safety practices.
• Aid site management in executing Environmental, Health & Safety priorities, metrics, goals, and requirements [Graham Operating System (GOS)].
• Provide technical guidance and support to ensure compliance with EHS regulatory requirements.
• Keep management informed of EHS progress and significant developments on key site projects.
• Work with Corp EHS to ensure all environmental compliance obligations are met [recordkeeping, samples, permits and reports].
• Work with Corp EHS to ensure all projects undergo our Project Environmental Safety & Health Reviews [PESHR].
• Work with Corp EHS to ensure all Loss Prevention Recommendations from Global Risk Consultants [GRC] have been reviewed and actions assigned.
• Work with Corp EHS on all Industrial Hygiene (IH) related projects [air, noise, ergonomic, etc.].
• Work with Corp EHS to ensure full integration of our Contractor Management Program with ISN across all European Operations.
• Assist in evaluating facility EHS conditions, identifying risks, and developing corrective‑action plans.
• Assist with investigations and responses to incidents and government requests.
• Support training programs to enhance EHS technical and leadership skills.
• Ensure compliance with safety policies and procedures in all job duties.
• Support environmental compliance and audit/control activities.
• Contribute to Sustainability Program initiatives, including EHS KPIs and Zero Net Waste initiatives.

Health, Safety & Environment, Corporate Initiatives – Policies

• Collaborate closely with the Global Vice President of Environmental, Occupational Health & Safety to implement our OneGraham safety programs within the region and assist with key improvement initiatives.
• Analyze and communicate site EHS performance, providing feedback and tracking actions to improve performance.
• Support Plants and business leaders in driving Health & Safety and Environment improvements through established standards and processes.
• Assist regional leadership in driving local Health & Safety, Environment programs across all business functions.

Minimum job specifications and requirements

• Education: Higher education degree in Safety/Operations, Engineering, or related manufacturing.
• Experience: Structured problem‑solving and continuous improvement mindset workplace, 3 to 5 years’ experience minimum; right methodology on Safety risk assessments.
• Language: Fluent English is a prerequisite; any other language is a plus.
• EU‑OSHA: Working knowledge of the European Agency for Safety and Health at Work, Strategic Framework 2021‑2027, EU Directives, EU Guidelines, EU Standards, National Legislation, and OSH Strategies.
• Credentialing: Knowledge of EurOSHM and Eur OSHT (credentialing for OSH Managers and OSH Technicians).
• Soft skills: Autonomous, methodic, rigorous (database and verification of documents need accuracy & method), self‑disciplined, proactive, able to propose; easy communication with external parts; positive attitude; strong analytical and problem‑solving skills; highly organized; excellent judgment, decision‑making and discretion; roll your sleeves up and get things done, proactively and reactively.

Working conditions

The role is based at the European HQ in Rueil Malmaison. The incumbent may be required to travel on a regular basis, mostly within the European Plants.