EHSS Leader: Safety, Compliance & Sustainability

Evonik Industries AG; Reserve (LA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Evonik Industries AG in the United States is seeking an EHSS Manager for the Reserve site. You will lead a safety-first culture, ensure regulatory compliance, and manage EHSS programs across air, water, waste, and incident response.

You will drive continuous improvement, oversee audits, training, and emergency response, and coordinate with regulators and contractors to protect personnel and the environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Science, Engineering, Chemistry, or a related technical field.
• 5–8 years of EHSS experience in chemical/manufacturing environments.
• Strong knowledge of OSHA PSM, EPA regulations, RMP, and EHSS standards.
• Experience leading RCA and implementing corrective actions.

Responsibilities

• Lead safety-first culture and ensure compliance with EHSS standards and regulations.
• Manage site compliance programs (OSHA PSM, EPA, RMP, permitting).
• Develop and maintain EHSS policies, procedures, and training.
• Conduct incident investigations and drive corrective actions.
• Identify EHSS risks and promote safe work practices.
• Oversee emergency preparedness, fire protection, and crisis management.
• Provide EHSS leadership to Operations, Maintenance, and Engineering.
• Monitor EHSS metrics and drive continuous improvement.
• Coordinate with regulators, auditors, and contractors to maintain compliance.
• Oversee site security and contractor safety at the Evonik Reserve site.

Skills

EHSS management

Regulatory compliance

Root Cause Analysis

Incident investigations

Leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Science/Engineering/Chemistry

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Evonik Industries AG in the United States is seeking an EHSS Manager for the Reserve site. You will lead a safety-first culture, ensure regulatory compliance, and manage EHSS programs across air, water, waste, and incident response.

You will drive continuous improvement, oversee audits, training, and emergency response, and coordinate with regulators and contractors to protect personnel and the environment.