Global EHS Leader — Process Safety & Compliance

Shirley Parsons; Wilmington (DE); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Shirley Parsons is seeking an experienced EHS Manager to drive regulatory compliance, process safety excellence, and environmental stewardship across a complex chemical manufacturing operation. The role involves joining the site leadership team, strengthening safety culture, and guiding risk management initiatives to improve overall site performance.

The candidate will lead EHS programs, advance the Process Safety Management framework, and coordinate with regulators and stakeholders to ensure

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Environmental Science, Occupational Safety, Chemistry, or a related technical discipline.
• 7+ years of experience leading EHS programs within chemical manufacturing or high-hazard environments.
• Thorough knowledge of OSHA, EPA, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, Responsible Care, and related regulatory/management system requirements.
• Proven success leading EHS teams and building relationships with regulators and operational stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead the site's Safety, Health & Environmental programs, ensuring regulatory compliance and internal management system adherence.
• Own and continuously improve the Process Safety Management framework, including Management of Change, PHAs, Mechanical Integrity, PSSR, and investigations.
• Direct contractor safety programs and oversee emergency preparedness, drills, mutual aid coordination, and incident command readiness.
• Serve as the primary liaison with regulatory agencies, auditors, local responders, and external stakeholders to manage compliance risks.
• Lead and develop the EHS team and partner with Operations, Engineering, Maintenance, and site leadership to drive improvements in safety and environmental performance.

Skills

Regulatory compliance

Process safety

Leadership

Emergency preparedness

Stakeholder management

Risk management

Contractor safety management

Education

Bachelor's degree (Engineering/Environmental Science/Occupational Safety/C Chemistry)

Job description

Shirley Parsons is seeking an experienced EHS Manager to drive regulatory compliance, process safety excellence, and environmental stewardship across a complex chemical manufacturing operation. The role involves joining the site leadership team, strengthening safety culture, and guiding risk management initiatives to improve overall site performance.

The candidate will lead EHS programs, advance the Process Safety Management framework, and coordinate with regulators and stakeholders to ensure