EHS Associate Director- Fire

YDU JC Air Cond & Ref Inc.- Dubai; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Paid time off

Benefits package (401K, medical, dent/

On-the-job training

Collaborative team environment

Zero Harm safety culture

Job summary

Johnson Controls is seeking an experienced Associate Director, Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) to lead initiatives across the Fire Domain in the Americas. You will provide strategic direction, oversee programs for manufacturing and project activities, and embed EHS principles into all business areas to achieve a Zero Harm culture.

The role requires deep EHS expertise, strong business acumen, and a track record of leading programs in complex industrial environments.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of Environmental, Health & Safety experience in manufacturing/industrial settings.
• 5+ years leading EHS teams across multiple facilities or regions.
• Proven ability to influence senior leaders and drive EHS performance.
• Strong knowledge of OSHA/EPA regulations and compliance.
• Experience with incident investigations, root-cause analysis, and corrective actions.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership for EHS programs across the Americas Fire Domain.
• Develop and oversee EHS management systems, policies, and standards.
• Ensure regulatory compliance and governance across sites.
• Collaborate with operations and project teams to mitigate risks.
• Lead incident investigations and drive continuous safety improvements.
• Coach and develop EHS professionals across locations.

Skills

Executive presence

Strategic thinking

Change leadership

Risk management

Team development

Relationship building

Communication skills

Data-driven problem solving

Continuous improvement

Education

Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science/related field

Certifications: CSP/ASP/CHMM/CIH/PE

Tools

Lean Six Sigma

Job description

What we offer:

• Competitive salary
• Paid vacation/holidays/sick time
• Comprehensive benefits package including 401K, medical, dental, and vision care
• On the job/cross training opportunities
• Encouraging and collaborative team environment
• Dedication to safety through our Zero Harm policy

What You Will Do

Johnson Controls is seeking an experienced and strategic Associate Director, Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) to lead EHS initiatives across the Fire Domain within the Americas region.

In this critical leadership role, you will provide strategic direction and operational oversight for EHS programs supporting manufacturing, field operations, project execution, and installation activities.

You will serve as a trusted advisor to business leaders, ensuring Environmental, Health & Safety principles are embedded into all aspects of the business while advancing Johnson Controls' commitment to a Zero Harm culture.

The ideal candidate will bring deep EHS expertise, strong business acumen, and proven experience leading EHS programs across complex, multi-site industrial and construction environments.

How You Will Do It

Strategic Leadership

Provide strategic leadership and direction for Environmental, Health & Safety programs across the Fire Domain throughout the Americas.

Partner with senior business leaders to align EHS strategies with operational goals, growth initiatives, and organizational priorities.

Foster a culture of safety excellence, accountability, and continuous improvement throughout the organization.

Lead EHS change management efforts associated with business expansion, operational transformation, and organizational growth.

EHS Program Management

Develop, implement, and sustain comprehensive EHS management systems, policies, procedures, and standards.

Ensure compliance with all applicable federal, state, provincial, and local environmental, health, and safety regulations.

Oversee environmental compliance activities, including permitting, reporting, hazardous materials management, and regulatory inspections.

Establish governance processes to drive consistency and standardization across multiple sites and operations.

Operational Excellence

Collaborate with operations, engineering, manufacturing, and project teams to proactively identify risks and implement effective mitigation strategies.

Support field installation and project teams by ensuring compliance with construction safety standards, contractor management requirements, and site-specific safety plans.

Lead incident investigations, root cause analyses, and corrective action processes to drive sustainable risk reduction.

Utilize Lean, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement methodologies to enhance EHS and operational performance.

Performance & Risk Management

Develop and monitor key EHS performance indicators and metrics.

Drive continuous improvement initiatives based on trend analysis, risk assessments, audits, and operational reviews.

Conduct site assessments, management system audits, and gap analyses to identify areas of opportunity and ensure compliance.

Provide regular reporting and executive-level updates on EHS performance, risks, and strategic initiatives.

Leadership Development

Lead, coach, and develop EHS professionals across multiple locations.

Build organizational capability through targeted leadership development, training, and employee engagement programs.

Drive behavioral-based safety initiatives that strengthen a proactive and engaged safety culture.

What We Look For

Required Qualifications

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

15+ years of progressive Environmental, Health & Safety experience within manufacturing, industrial, construction, engineering, or field service environments.

5+ years of experience leading EHS teams across multiple facilities, business units, or geographic regions.

Demonstrated success influencing senior leaders and driving EHS performance within a matrixed organization.

Strong knowledge of OSHA, EPA, and applicable environmental, health, and safety regulations.

Proven experience leading incident investigations, root cause analysis, corrective action planning, and risk mitigation initiatives.

Experience supporting manufacturing operations, complex field installation activities, and construction environments.

Preferred Qualifications

Professional certifications such as CSP, ASP, CHMM, CIH, or PE.

Experience supporting fire protection, construction, building systems, industrial, or engineered solutions businesses.

Lean, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement certification.

Experience managing environmental permitting programs and regulatory agency interactions.

Demonstrated success in leading EHS programs during periods of rapid growth, facility expansions, or operational transformation.

Key Competencies

• Executive presence and leadership influence
• Strategic thinking and business acumen
• Change leadership
• Risk management and decision-making
• Team development and coaching
• Relationship building and stakeholder management
• Strong communication and presentation skills
• Data-driven problem solving
• Continuous improvement mindset

HIRING SALARY RANGE

$120,000-150,000 (Salary to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data.)

This role offers a competitive Bonus plan that will take into account individual, group, and corporate performance.

This position includes a competitive benefits package.

The posted salary range reflects the target compensation for this role.

However, we recognize that exceptional candidates may bring unique skills and experiences that exceed the typical profile.

To support an efficient and fair hiring process, we may use technology assisted tools, including artificial intelligence (AI), to help identify and evaluate candidates.

All hiring decisions are ultimately made by human reviewers.

For details, please visit the About Us tab on the Johnson Controls Careers site at https://jobs.johnsoncontrols.com/about-us

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