EHS Manager [ML-15216]

Shirley Parsons; Wilmington (DE); On-site; USD 130,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Shirley Parsons is seeking an experienced EHS Manager for a global chemical manufacturer in Delaware. You will lead regulatory compliance, process safety, environmental stewardship, and emergency preparedness across a complex operation, reporting to site leadership.

You will drive continuous improvement of the Process Safety Management framework, oversee contractor safety, and partner with Operations, Engineering and Maintenance to reduce risk and strengthen safety culture across the site.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Environmental Science, Occupational Safety, Chemistry, or related discipline.
• 7+ years of experience leading EHS programs in chemical manufacturing or high-hazard industrial environments.
• Thorough knowledge of OSHA, EPA, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, Responsible Care, and related requirements.
• Proven success leading EHS teams, managing contractor safety, and engaging regulators and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead the site's Safety, Health & Environmental programs, ensuring compliance with regulations, standards, and internal systems.
• Own and continuously improve the Process Safety Management framework, including MOC, PHA, mechanical integrity, PSSRs, and investigations.
• Direct contractor safety programs and oversee emergency preparedness, drills, mutual aid coordination, and incident command readiness.
• Serve as the primary liaison with regulators, auditors, local responders, and external stakeholders to proactively manage compliance risks.
• Lead and develop the EHS team while partnering with Operations, Engineering, Maintenance and site leadership to drive measurable safety and environmental improvements.

Skills

Regulatory compliance

Process safety

Environmental stewardship

Emergency preparedness

Team leadership

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Environmental Science, Occupational Safety, Chemistry

Job description

A global chemical manufacturing organization is seeking an experienced EHS Manager. This individual will be responsible for driving regulatory compliance, process safety excellence, environmental stewardship, and emergency preparedness across a complex industrial operation. The role offers the opportunity to join the site leadership team, influence operational performance, and build a strong safety culture while leading critical risk management initiatives. This person will play a key role in strengthening systems, developing talent, and ensuring sustainable EHS performance across the site.

The Role

• Lead the site's Safety, Health & Environmental programs, ensuring compliance with applicable regulations, industry standards, and internal management systems.
• Own and continuously improve the Process Safety Management framework, including Management of Change, Process Hazard Analysis, Mechanical Integrity, Pre-Startup Safety Reviews, and incident investigations.
• Direct contractor safety programs and oversee emergency preparedness, response planning, drills, mutual aid coordination, and incident command readiness.
• Serve as the primary liaison with regulatory agencies, auditors, local emergency responders, and external stakeholders while proactively managing compliance risks.
• Lead and develop the EHS team while partnering with Operations, Engineering, Maintenance, and site leadership to drive measurable improvements in safety, environmental performance, and operational risk reduction.

The Candidate

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Environmental Science, Occupational Safety, Chemistry, or a related technical discipline.
• 7+ years of experience leading environmental, health, and safety programs within chemical manufacturing or another high-hazard industrial environment.
• Thorough knowledge of OSHA, EPA, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, Responsible Care, and other relevant regulatory and management system requirements.
• Demonstrated success leading EHS teams, managing contractor safety, overseeing emergency response programs, and building effective relationships with regulators and operational stakeholders.