HSE Director, Naval Shipyard & Compliance

Hanwha Philly Shipyard; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Hanwha Philly Shipyard seeks an experienced HSE Director to lead the shipyard's health, safety, and environmental programs. You will steer policy, risk management, and regulatory compliance across commercial shipbuilding, naval programs, and repair activities.

You will drive NAVSEA 8010 compliance, implement robust safety practices, and partner with executive leadership to embed a proactive safety culture and continuous improvement throughout all operations.

Qualifications

• BA/BS in a technical discipline related to safety, health, or environment.
• Minimum 10 years of professional experience in HSE management, preferably in shipbuilding, ship repair, maritime, or heavy manufacturing.
• Minimum 7 years in HSE leadership, including supervision of personnel and programs.
• Experience supporting naval, federal shipbuilding, or heavily regulated operations.
• Strong knowledge of OSHA Construction (29 CFR 1926) and Maritime/Shipyard (29 CFR 1915) standards.
• Familiarity with NAVSEA 8010 requirements, safety, and contractual obligations.
• Experience coordinating with NAVSEA, Navy program offices, and government inspectors.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word).

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership for comprehensive HSE programs and initiatives.
• Direct development and maintenance of HSE management systems (ISO 45001/14001).
• Oversee environmental, health, and safety compliance with NAVSEA and OSHA requirements.
• Lead incident investigations, root cause analyses, and corrective actions.
• Manage departmental budgets, staffing, and resources.
• Coordinate with Navy representatives and program management on contractual safety obligations.
• Lead emergency preparedness and response planning across shipyard operations.

Skills

Strategic Leadership

Regulatory Expertise

Naval Shipbuilding Compliance

Communication

Decision-Making

Problem-Solving

Leadership and Accountability

Conflict Resolution

Organizational Management

Adaptability

Professional Integrity

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety and Health / Environmental Science / Industrial Hygiene / Engineering

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Word

Job description

Hanwha Philly Shipyard seeks an experienced HSE Director to lead the shipyard's health, safety, and environmental programs. You will steer policy, risk management, and regulatory compliance across commercial shipbuilding, naval programs, and repair activities.

You will drive NAVSEA 8010 compliance, implement robust safety practices, and partner with executive leadership to embed a proactive safety culture and continuous improvement throughout all operations.