EHS Manager Tiel

PPG; Tiel; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

PPG is seeking an EHS Manager in the Netherlands to lead Environmental, Health, Safety & Security activities across locations. You will ensure compliance with local legislation and PPG standards while developing strategies that promote a strong safety culture and sustainable operations.

You will work with the Site Leadership Team and Country EHS Manager to protect people, facilities, and the environment, supporting business objectives and continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Health & Safety, Chemistry, Engineering, Environmental Science or related field.
• Experience in manufacturing, industrial or chemical environments.
• Strong knowledge of environmental, occupational health and safety regulations.
• Experience implementing EHS management systems and compliance programs.
• Strong analytical and stakeholder management skills.
• Willingness to travel between sites as required.

Responsibilities

• Lead implementation and continuous improvement of the site EHS Management System.
• Ensure compliance with environmental, health, safety and security regulations and PPG standards.
• Develop and execute local EHS strategies aligned with business objectives.
• Partner with site leadership to drive a proactive safety culture.
• Manage EHS programs, audits, inspections and risk assessments.
• Investigate incidents and environmental events, identifying root causes and corrective actions.
• Monitor EHS performance metrics and KPI reporting.
• Deliver EHS training and emergency preparedness activities.
• Collaborate with Process Safety Managers to meet process safety requirements.
• Manage EHS budgets and identify investments in EHS infrastructure.
• Support regulatory inspections and liaise with authorities.
• Facilitate EHS leadership meetings and report initiatives to stakeholders.
• Drive continuous improvement projects to reduce risk and enhance safety and environment.

Skills

EHS management

Regulatory compliance

Incident investigations

Stakeholder management

Risk assessment

Travel flexibility

Bilingual English/Dutch

Education

Bachelor’s degree in EHS or related field

Tools

EHS management systems

Job description

Are you passionate about creating a safe, healthy, and sustainable workplace? Do you have experience driving Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) initiatives and ensuring compliance in a manufacturing environment? Then this opportunity at PPG could be the perfect next step in your career!

About The Role

As an EHS Manager, you will be responsible for leading Environmental, Health, Safety & Security activities across one or more PPG locations. You will ensure compliance with local legislation and PPG standards while developing and implementing strategies that promote a strong safety culture and sustainable operations.

Working closely with the Site Leadership Team, Country EHS Manager, and other stakeholders, you will play a critical role in protecting our people, facilities, and the environment while supporting the achievement of business objectives.

What will you do?

• Lead the implementation and continuous improvement of the site EHS Management System.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable environmental, health, safety, and security regulations and PPG standards.
• Develop and execute local EHS strategies aligned with business objectives and regional EHS requirements.
• Partner with site leadership teams to drive a proactive safety culture and support operational excellence.
• Manage EHS programs, procedures, audits, inspections, and risk assessments.
• Investigate incidents, accidents, near misses, and environmental events, identifying root causes and implementing corrective actions.
• Monitor and maintain EHS performance metrics, scorecards, and KPI reporting.
• Develop and deliver EHS training, awareness programs, and emergency preparedness activities.
• Collaborate with Process Safety Managers and Coordinators to ensure process safety requirements are met.
• Manage EHS budgets and identify opportunities for investment in EHS-related infrastructure and improvements.
• Support regulatory inspections and maintain professional relationships with relevant authorities.
• Facilitate local EHS leadership meetings and communicate key EHS initiatives and performance updates to stakeholders.
• Drive continuous improvement projects focused on reducing risk and enhancing environmental and safety performance.

What do you bring?

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Health & Safety, Chemistry, Engineering, Environmental Science, or a related field.
• Relevant experience in an EHS role within a manufacturing, industrial, or chemical environment.
• Strong knowledge of environmental, occupational health, and safety regulations.
• Experience implementing and managing EHS management systems and compliance programs.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to identify risks and develop practical solutions.
• Experience conducting incident investigations and root cause analyses.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence at all organizational levels.
• Strong organizational and project management capabilities.
• Professional proficiency in both English and Dutch.
• Willingness to travel between sites as required.

What do we offer?

• A challenging and impactful role within a global industry leader.
• The opportunity to shape and strengthen EHS culture across multiple locations.
• Exposure to international EHS standards, best practices, and strategic initiatives.
• A collaborative and inclusive work environment.
• Professional development and career growth opportunities.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• The opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the safety, health, and environmental performance of our operations.

About Us

PPG: WE PROTECT AND BEAUTIFY THE WORLD

Through leadership in innovation, sustainability and color, PPG helps customers in industrial, transportation, consumer products, and construction markets and aftermarkets to enhance more surfaces in more ways than does any other company. To learn more, visit www.ppg.com and follow @PPG on X.

The PPG Way 2030

We are customer champions

Proactive. Bold. Trustworthy. Everything we do starts with our customers. We listen, move fast and don’t stop until we solve their biggest challenges. When our customers win, we all grow.

We act with purpose and speed

Agile. Data-driven. Empowered. We take smart risks to stay ahead of the competition. We work proactively with agility, using quality data to develop solutions that create value.

We are excellent operators

Productive. Collaborative. Accountable. No matter our role, we identify problems, take ownership and always bring solutions. We are both proactive and responsive to drive continuous improvement and deliver results. We support our frontline, the faces of PPG to our customers.

We compete to win

Future-focused. Driven. Ambitious. We are passionate about growing our business and winning with our customers. We deliver results, embrace new technologies and leverage agility and speed as strengths.

We are PPG proud

Strong. United. Passionate. We work safely, act with integrity and value our diverse perspectives. We celebrate achievements and take pride in the positive impact we create together to protect and beautify the world.

At PPG we use AI in the hiring process to make the process more efficient. AI tools do not make hiring decisions. You can learn more by going to https://careers.ppg.com/us/en/candidate-resources.

PPG provides equal opportunity to all candidates and employees. We offer an opportunity to grow and develop your career in an environment that provides a fulfilling workplace for employees, creates an environment for continuous learning, and embraces the ideas and diversity of others. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, pregnancy, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, age, disability status, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression.

PPG pay ranges and benefits can vary by location which allows us to compensate employees competitively in different geographic markets. PPG considers several factors in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, skill sets, experience and training, qualifications and education, licensure and certifications, and other organizational needs. Other incentives may apply.

Our employee benefits programs are designed to support the health and well-being of our employees. Any insurance coverages and benefits will be in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans and associated governing plan documents. Benefits will be discussed with you by your recruiter during the hiring process.

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