Lead EHS Manager – Process Safety & Compliance

Shirley Parsons; Wilmington (DE); On-site; USD 130,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Shirley Parsons is seeking an experienced EHS Manager for a global chemical manufacturer in Delaware. You will lead regulatory compliance, process safety, environmental stewardship, and emergency preparedness across a complex operation, reporting to site leadership.

You will drive continuous improvement of the Process Safety Management framework, oversee contractor safety, and partner with Operations, Engineering and Maintenance to reduce risk and strengthen safety culture across the site.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Environmental Science, Occupational Safety, Chemistry, or related discipline.
• 7+ years of experience leading EHS programs in chemical manufacturing or high-hazard industrial environments.
• Thorough knowledge of OSHA, EPA, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, Responsible Care, and related requirements.
• Proven success leading EHS teams, managing contractor safety, and engaging regulators and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead the site's Safety, Health & Environmental programs, ensuring compliance with regulations, standards, and internal systems.
• Own and continuously improve the Process Safety Management framework, including MOC, PHA, mechanical integrity, PSSRs, and investigations.
• Direct contractor safety programs and oversee emergency preparedness, drills, mutual aid coordination, and incident command readiness.
• Serve as the primary liaison with regulators, auditors, local responders, and external stakeholders to proactively manage compliance risks.
• Lead and develop the EHS team while partnering with Operations, Engineering, Maintenance and site leadership to drive measurable safety and environmental improvements.

Skills

Regulatory compliance

Process safety

Environmental stewardship

Emergency preparedness

Team leadership

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Environmental Science, Occupational Safety, Chemistry

Job description

Shirley Parsons is seeking an experienced EHS Manager for a global chemical manufacturer in Delaware. You will lead regulatory compliance, process safety, environmental stewardship, and emergency preparedness across a complex operation, reporting to site leadership.

You will drive continuous improvement of the Process Safety Management framework, oversee contractor safety, and partner with Operations, Engineering and Maintenance to reduce risk and strengthen safety culture across the site.