Global Environmental Health and Safety Director

Energy Vault; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace company is seeking a Global Environmental Health and Safety Director to ensure safety and regulatory compliance across their maintenance, repair, and overhaul operations. This role involves developing strategies, managing EHS programs, and driving sustainability initiatives in a fast-paced environment. Ideal candidates will possess extensive experience in EHS within the aerospace industry and excel in leadership and communication.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of progressive leadership in EHS roles within the aerospace or MRO industry.
• Strong knowledge of FAA, OSHA, EPA regulations.
• Experience managing EHS compliance in aircraft maintenance operations.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a comprehensive global EHS strategy.
• Ensure compliance with international, federal, and local EHS regulations.
• Drive sustainability initiatives aligned with aviation industry goals.

Skills

Leadership

Problem-solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in occupational health and safety, Environmental Engineering, Aviation Safety

Job description

Precision Aviation Group (PAG) is a leading provider of products and value-added services to the aerospace and defense industries worldwide. With over 1.1 million square feet of sales and service facilities in the United States, Canada, Australia, Singapore, Brazil, PAG’s 27 locations and customer-focused business model serve aviation customers through Supply Chain and inventory-supported maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (ISMRO) services.

JOB PURPOSE

The Global Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) Director will lead and oversee all aspects of environmental, health, and safety initiatives across the organization to ensure compliance with aerospace MRO industry regulations and standards. This role requires strategic leadership and hands-on implementation to develop a culture of safety, regulatory adherence, and environmental stewardship. The EHS Director will collaborate with key stakeholders across maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) operations to implement policies and procedures that safeguard employees, facilities, and the environment. This position will also drive continuous improvement initiatives, conduct risk assessments, and ensure adherence to industry-specific EHS best practices.

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Essential Job Functions:

Develop and implement a comprehensive global EHS strategy tailored to the unique needs of the aerospace MRO industry.
• Ensure compliance with international, federal, and local EHS regulations, including FAA, OSHA, EPA, and ISO standards.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate EHS risks across MRO facilities, including hangars, warehouses, and repair stations.
• Create, enforce, and standardize global EHS policies, procedures, and guidelines specific to aviation maintenance environments.
• Oversee the development and execution of EHS training programs for employees at all levels, including hazardous materials handling, aircraft maintenance safety, and emergency response.
• Implement and maintain incident management procedures across MRO operations, ensuring proper documentation, root cause analysis, and corrective action implementation.
• Drive sustainability initiatives aligned with aviation industry goals, such as reducing carbon emissions and hazardous waste management.
• Establish and monitor key EHS performance indicators (KPIs) to measure effectiveness, compliance, and continuous improvement efforts.
• Collaborate with regulatory agencies, industry organizations, and internal teams to maintain best-in-class safety standards.
• Develop and maintain emergency preparedness plans, ensuring rapid response capabilities for aviation-related incidents.
• Lead a global team responsible for EHS oversight across multiple MRO locations.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Physical Demands: Must be able to conduct audits and inspections in MRO environments, including aircraft hangars and maintenance facilities.
• Ability to lift and interact with industrial equipment as necessary.
• Must be able to travel up to 30% domestically and internationally to support global operations.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-risk aerospace environment with multiple priorities.

This role is critical in ensuring the highest levels of safety and regulatory compliance across our aerospace MRO operations. If you are a passionate EHS leader with expertise in aviation maintenance safety, we encourage you to apply and contribute to our commitment to operational excellence and environmental stewardship.

Equipment Operated: Ability to operate office machines and equipment and troubleshoot problems with equipment.

Work Location: California, USA Travel within the USA and Canada when on assignment

Protective Equipment Required: None

Potential Hazards: Exposure to materials identified on Material Safety Data Sheets

Education/Training:
Bachelor’s degree in occupational health and safety, Environmental Engineering, Aviation Safety, or related field; or 10+ years of progressive leadership in EHS roles within the aerospace or MRO industry.
• Proven experience managing EHS programs across multiple global MRO facilities.
• Strong knowledge of FAA, OSHA, EPA, ICAO, IATA, and other relevant industry regulations.
• Experience managing EHS compliance in aircraft maintenance, repair, and overhaul operations.
• Familiarity with aviation safety management systems (SMS) and risk-based safety approaches.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and influence cross-functional teams in a safety-critical environment.
Preferred Skills and Competencies:
• In-depth knowledge of aerospace MRO operations, safety protocols, and hazardous material handling.
• Familiarity with ISO 14001 (Environmental Management) and ISO 45001 (Occupational Health & Safety) standards.
• Strong problem-solving skills, with expertise in structured methodologies such as RCA, A3, and Six Sigma.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and change management abilities.
• Ability to drive standardization of safety programs, policies, and best practices across global MRO sites.

Certificates/Licenses: None

Other: Other duties may be assigned in the role to support other departments' personnel or projects.