Global Safety Manager

Unifrax I LLC; City of Tonawanda (NY); Vor Ort; USD 145.000 - 165.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Unifrax I LLC in City of Tonawanda, New York is seeking a Global Health & Safety Lead to develop and deploy the H&S strategy. This role requires a strong leader to enhance the safety culture by reducing incidents and ensuring compliance with safety regulations.

The ideal candidate will hold an internationally recognized Occupational H&S qualification and have at least 7 years of experience in a global manufacturing setting. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and knowledge of OSHA standards are essential.

Qualifikationen

• 7+ years leading H&S in global manufacturing.
• Excellent communication, team-building, and organizational skills.

Aufgaben

• Lead the development of the H&S strategy.
• Manage the Internal H&S Management System Audit program.
• Conduct Accident and Incident Investigations.

Kenntnisse

Understanding of OSHA

ISO 14001 and ISO 18001 / 45001 knowledge

Microsoft Office proficiency

Adaptive Coaching Skills

Behavioral safety management systems experience

Ausbildung

Degree in Occupational H&S

Internationally recognized environmental qualification

Jobbeschreibung

Global Health & Safety Lead

The purpose of the Global Health & Safety Lead is to support the company’s enterprise Global H&S Director in the development and deployment of the H&S strategy for Alkegen and partner with the Business Unit Operations Leaders and Plant Managers in the deployment of their responsibilities in relation to that strategy. The Global H&S Lead is responsible for the reduction of accidents and incidents, including fires, within the Business Unit by creating and sustaining an interdependent safety culture where employees at all levels take pride in ownership and accountability for results.

Responsibilities

• Lead by example, promote and demonstrate the principles, vision and values of Alkegen.
• Establish strong leadership credibility, confidence and rapport across all levels of the Business Unit.
• Serve as the subject matter expert for all H&S matters and take a prominent role in leading the H&S agenda within the Business Unit; establish clear communication strategies to effectively share H&S updates and process improvements.
• Mentor and coach H&S Managers to improve and develop management styles and behaviors in order to enhance the safety culture at their respective plant.
• Ensure a sense of urgency exists for H&S improvements at each facility.
• Manage the Internal H&S Management System Audit program, including audit scheduling, development of robust risk‑based corrective action plans, global audit analysis, management review and process improvement.
• Develop positive external relationships to ensure all statutory requirements as defined by country‑specific regulators are understood and compliance systems are maintained.
• Develop a deep understanding of the Business Unit operations to identify and manage common areas of risk within the Business Unit.
• Own and continuously improve the H&S organization and performance in the Business Unit by working with H&S professionals at each facility: set H&S objectives centered on continuous improvement, conduct Accident and Incident Investigations (RCA) with a focus on prevention and learning, perform data analysis to identify trends through key performance indicators and develop programs to address risks and gaps, and manage and further develop Emergency Response Programs for each facility with live drills and desktop exercises.
• Support the Global H&S Director and Business Unit Operational Leads in developing, strengthening and enhancing the H&S strategy for the Business Unit; act as the conduit between Plant Leadership and the Global SHE Director.
• Build adaptable and positive relationships with Operations Directors, Plant Managers, H&S Managers and other support functions within the organization to continually improve safety culture and performance at each plant.

Qualifications & Experience

• Internationally recognized Occupational H&S qualification (e.g., Degree in Occupational H&S, Chartered Safety Professional).
• Internationally recognized environmental qualification preferred.
• Prior exposure to ISO14001 and ISO 18001 / 45001 environmental and occupational standards.
• Minimum of 7 years leading H&S in a global manufacturing environment.
• Demonstrated knowledge of OSHA, UK and EU safety legislation.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office.
• Proficient in Adaptive Coaching Skills (listening, responding).
• Experience working with formal Management of Change systems to reduce safety and operational risks.
• Experience with Process Safety Management techniques such as HAZOP is an advantage.
• Experience applying behavioral safety management systems to drive an interdependent culture within a workforce.
• Excellent people, communication, team‑building and organizational skills.

Compensation

Salary: $145,000–$165,000 per annum. Pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including job‑related knowledge, skills and experience. The total compensation package may also include other elements dependent on the position offered.

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