Global HSE & Business Continuity Leader

Sigma Earth; Union (NJ); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Sigma Earth in New Jersey seeks an experienced HSE and Business Continuity professional to lead the development, implementation and continuous improvement of HSE and BC management systems across the organization. This role aligns local practices with global standards and drives compliance and resilience.

The role requires strong expertise in HSE regulation, incident investigation, risk assessment, training, audits, and stakeholder coordination with leadership and regulators.

Qualifications

• Degree in a relevant technical discipline with qualifications in occupational health and safety and fire safety management.
• 4–5 years of professional experience in a similar HSE, compliance, or business continuity role.
• Strong knowledge of environmental reporting, declarations, and regulatory documentation.
• Proficiency in written and spoken English.

Responsibilities

• Manage and continuously improve HSE and BC management systems across the organization.
• Implement and maintain global HSE and Operational Integrity standards at the country level, aligning with corporate requirements.
• Develop, update, and oversee local HSE policies, procedures, guidelines, and operational instructions.
• Monitor HSE performance through inspections, audits, KPI tracking, and performance reporting to management.
• Support leadership in establishing HSE objectives and embedding them into business operations and strategic initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with applicable legal requirements, industry regulations, and internal corporate standards.
• Coordinate with regulatory authorities and facilitate external audits, inspections, and compliance reviews.
• Identify workplace hazards, conduct risk assessments, and implement effective risk control and mitigation strategies.
• Lead incident and accident investigations, perform root cause analysis, and ensure corrective actions are implemented.
• Design, deliver, and maintain HSE training and awareness programs for employees, contractors, and subcontractors.
• Promote a proactive safety culture through employee engagement initiatives and leadership participation, including site visits.
• Deploy and maintain the global Business Continuity framework at the local level.
• Develop, review, and update Business Continuity Plans to ensure organizational resilience.
• Identify and classify critical business functions, processes, and sites.
• Establish and coordinate crisis management structures and oversee response and recovery activities during disruptions.
• Manage internal audit programs covering HSE and Business Continuity requirements.
• Coordinate global audits, self-assessments, compliance reviews, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Track non-conformities and ensure timely implementation of corrective actions.
• Prepare and present regular HSE and BC performance reports to management teams.
• Serve as liaison with global HSE and BC organization and facilitate stakeholder communication.
• Collaborate with other HSE professionals to ensure clear responsibility allocation and efficient execution of tasks.
• Oversee service providers and contracts related to HSE activities including vendor performance and renewals.
• Conduct audits within the Business Assurance division and support certification-related activities.
• Coordinate with clients regarding audit requirements and maintain audit documentation.
• Work with international affiliates on certification processes and compliance matters.
• Support auditor-related activities as assigned by the Business Assurance Manager.
• Facilitate the implementation and communication of Global Technical Governance and Safe Talk initiatives across teams.
• Undertake additional health and safety responsibilities as directed by the Industry & Environment Business Manager.
• Provide support for operational activities and special assignments within the Natural Resources Business Unit.

Skills

English proficiency

Education

Technical degree with OSH and fire safety qualifications

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and continuously improve the Health, Safety, Environment (HSE) and Business Continuity (BC) management systems across the organization.
• Implement and maintain global HSE and Operational Integrity standards at the country level, ensuring alignment with corporate requirements.
• Develop, update, and oversee local HSE policies, procedures, guidelines, and operational instructions.
• Monitor HSE performance through inspections, audits, KPI tracking, and performance reporting to management.
• Support leadership in establishing HSE objectives and embedding them into business operations and strategic initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with applicable legal requirements, industry regulations, and internal corporate standards.
• Monitor developments in Hungarian and European Union HSE legislation and drive the implementation of necessary compliance measures.
• Coordinate with regulatory authorities and facilitate external audits, inspections, and compliance reviews.
• Identify workplace hazards, conduct risk assessments, and implement effective risk control and mitigation strategies.
• Lead incident and accident investigations, perform root cause analysis, and ensure corrective and preventive actions are effectively implemented.
• Design, deliver, and maintain HSE training and awareness programs for employees, contractors, and subcontractors.
• Promote a proactive safety culture through employee engagement initiatives and leadership participation, including safety observations and site visits.
• Deploy and maintain the global Business Continuity framework at the local level.
• Develop, review, and update Business Continuity Plans (BCPs) to ensure organizational resilience.
• Identify and classify critical business functions, processes, and operational sites.
• Establish and coordinate crisis management structures and oversee response and recovery activities during disruptions.
• Manage internal audit programs covering both HSE and Business Continuity requirements.
• Coordinate global audits, self-assessments, compliance reviews, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Track non-conformities and ensure timely implementation of corrective actions.
• Prepare and present regular HSE and Business Continuity performance reports to local, regional, and global management teams.
• Serve as the primary liaison with the global HSE and Business Continuity organization and facilitate effective stakeholder communication.
• Collaborate with other HSE professionals to ensure clear responsibility allocation and efficient execution of tasks.
• Oversee service providers and contracts related to HSE activities, including vendor performance management and contract renewals.
• Conduct audits within the Business Assurance division and support certification-related activities.
• Coordinate with clients regarding audit requirements and maintain audit-related documentation.
• Work closely with international affiliates on certification processes and compliance matters.
• Support auditor-related activities as assigned by the Business Assurance Business Manager.
• Facilitate the implementation and communication of Global Technical Governance and Safe Talk initiatives across relevant teams.
• Undertake additional health and safety responsibilities as directed by the Industry & Environment Business Manager.
• Provide support for operational activities and special assignments within the Natural Resources Business Unit as required.

Qualifications

• Degree in a relevant technical discipline, complemented by qualifications in occupational health and safety and fire safety management.
• Minimum of 4–5 years of professional experience in a similar HSE, compliance, or business continuity role.
• Strong knowledge of environmental reporting, declarations, and regulatory documentation, with practical experience in managing such requirements.
• Proficiency in written and spoken English.
• Strong computer literacy and ability to work with standard business and reporting applications.
• Valid Category B driving license.