Chief HSE Officer - Naval Shipyard & Shipbuilding

HANWHA PHILLY SHIPYARD, INC; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

HANWHA Philly Shipyard, Inc. seeks an experienced HSE Director to serve as the senior safety and environmental authority across shipbuilding, naval programs, and repair operations.

You will advise executive leadership, shape HSE strategy, and ensure program compliance with OSHA, EPA, NAVSEA, and DoD requirements. Lead risk management, incident prevention, audits, and training while guiding cross-functional teams in a dynamic, multi-shift shipyard environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in safety, environment, engineering or related technical discipline.
• Minimum 10 years of progressive HSE management experience in shipbuilding/industrial settings.
• Strong knowledge of OSHA 29 CFR 1926 and 29 CFR 1915.
• Experience with NAVSEA requirements including NAVSEA 8010.
• CSP or similar certifications preferred; naval project experience a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic direction for HSE programs, policies, and performance measures.
• Advise executive leadership on significant HSE risks and corrective actions.
• Oversee occupational health, safety, and environmental programs and audits.
• Ensure compliance with NAVSEA, DoD, EPA, PA DEP, and other regulations.
• Coordinate with Navy representatives and external regulators on inspections and reporting.
• Develop budgets and allocate resources for HSE operations.
• Manage training, incident investigations, and workers' compensation processes.
• Lead departmental staffing and performance management across shifts.

Skills

Strategic Leadership

Regulatory Expertise

Naval Shipbuilding Compliance

Communication

Decision-Making

Problem-Solving

Leadership and Accountability

Conflict Resolution

Organizational Management

Adaptability

Professional Integrity

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety & Health / related field

Certified Safety Professional (CSP) preferred

Job description

HANWHA Philly Shipyard, Inc. seeks an experienced HSE Director to serve as the senior safety and environmental authority across shipbuilding, naval programs, and repair operations.

You will advise executive leadership, shape HSE strategy, and ensure program compliance with OSHA, EPA, NAVSEA, and DoD requirements. Lead risk management, incident prevention, audits, and training while guiding cross-functional teams in a dynamic, multi-shift shipyard environment.