Manager, EHSF Communications and Training

Reliance, Inc.; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Reliance, Inc. is seeking a highly influential Corporate EHS Communications and Training Leader to drive the development and delivery of targeted EHS training and communications across the enterprise.

You will partner with Group EHS and Fleet Safety leaders to advance knowledge, implement a structured training system, and onboard new EHS professionals, with up to 50% travel.

This role aims to reduce incidents by strengthening culture and compliance through education and standardized tools.

Qualifications

• Degree in communications/marketing/EHS or related field.
• Experience in corporate EHS communications and training.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work in a matrix organization and travel up to 50%.

Responsibilities

• Lead development and implementation of targeted EHS training and communications.
• Partner with Group EHS and Fleet Safety leadership to drive knowledge and culture.
• Create training tools, curricula, and onboarding systems for EHS professionals.
• Collaborate with Corporate Communications and HR to align EHS and health initiatives.
• Manage training programs, audits, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Represent Reliance in external EHS meetings and industry interactions.

Skills

EHS communications

Training development

Stakeholder management

Public speaking

Program management

Matrix organization

Education

Degree in communications/marketing/EHS-related field

Job description

Job Summary

A highly influential and visible role on the Corporate EHS Leadership Team, this position will lead the development and implementation of targeted communications and training strategies, in conjunction with Group and corporate EHS and Fleet Safety (EHSF) Leadership. This role will help drive improved functional knowledge to support cultural change and improved performance for EHS and Fleet topics and expectations. This role will work collaboratively with corporate and Group EHS and Fleet Safety leaders to eliminate injury, illness and non-conformance incidents by:

• Creating a structured, corporate training management system, including content development, facilitating delivery, train-the-trainer sessions and supporting the development of Reliance EHS knowledge.
• Leading enterprise development of EHS training and education tools in support of strategy, policies, standards, and emerging issues.
• Creating an EHS professional curriculum, which creates a development path for EHS professionals.
• Create systems and tools for the successful on-boarding of new EHS professionals, site and business leaders, and new businesses into Reliance.
• Partner with Corporate Communications and HR/Health Benefits to integrate EHS and total worker health philosophies and expectations so they are leveraged throughout the organization.

Physical Requirements

Stand or Sit(Stationary position), Walk(Move, Traverse), Use hand/fingers to handle or feel (Operate, Activate, Use, Prepare, Inspect, Place, Detect, Position), Climb (stairs/ladders) or balance (Ascend/Descend, Work atop, Traverse), Stoop, kneel, crouch, or Crawl(Position self(to), Move), Talk/hear(Communicate, Detect, Converse with, Discern, Convey, Express oneself, Exchange information), See (Detect, Determine, Perceive, Identify, Recognize, Judge, Observe, Inspect, Estimate, Assess), Pushing or Pulling, Reaching, Repetitive Motion

Function in the Job

Light work - Exerting up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. If the use of arm and/or leg control requires exertion of forces greater than that of sedentary work and if the worker sits most of the time, the job is considered light work.

Job Function

• This role serves as the corporate functional leader for EHS and Fleet Communications and Training, and is responsible for ensuring continuous improvement in Reliance’s administration and training of corporate EHS expectations, philosophies, technical knowledge and systems implementation - working with corporate and Group EHS and Fleet Safety leaders and other corporate stakeholders.
• Direct and manage Corporate EHS and Fleet training processes and tools including, but not limited to, Summits, EHSF Manager 101 sessions, etc.
• Support the deployment of effective training tools for corporate policies, standards, and procedures.
• Work with corporate, group and facility leadership to establish training needs, topics and schedules (on and off-the-job safety/EHSF), annual themes, recognition of and participation in themed events such as Earth Day, Global Safety Month, etc.
• Work with legal and Corporate EHSF to ensure the training process, understanding of contents, and ability to apply learnings presents a fair and accurate assessment against applicable EHS laws and corporate standards.
• Regularly evaluate training programs and systems to determine effectiveness.
• Manage training compliance by understanding and analyzing training-related audit findings and trends, and work with Corporate and Group EHSF leaders, legal, and individual facilities to implement strategic measures for correcting deficiencies so improvements are applied across all businesses.
• Create training tools and systems in support of the corporate EHS and Fleet audit programs, and any software use and/or interpretations, as necessary.
• Serve as the primary liaison with the Corporate Communications team, to align annual themes, functional communication needs, etc.
• Lead the corporate Ambassador Program, and facilitate annual EHSF recognition programs, as required.
• Support monthly reporting and corporate EHSF townhall sessions, as required.
• Periodically participate in corporate EHS audits, develop and train an experienced and knowledgeable team of audit leaders and team members, and evaluate the effectiveness of assigned audit staff to ensure high quality, consistent and thorough assessments.
• Represent Reliance in external EHS meetings and trade association interactions, as needed.
• Seek continuous improvement opportunities to regularly assess and improve the quality of enterprise-wide training throughout Reliance.

SUPPLEMENTAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Be able to travel up to 50% with no travel limitations to any global Reliance operating locations.
• Be able to work independently, understand and apply Reliance’s philosophy and expectations on EHS expectations and compliance, and needs/drivers to improve global EHS performance.
• Be a highly effective communicator, with a general understanding of all EHS matters, to include safety, environmental, industrial hygiene, risk management, etc.
• Be highly collaborative and influential within a highly matrixed organization.
• Must have strong foundational EHS knowledge to be able to effectively support curriculum and specific training.
• Drive consistency in Reliance’s global EHS training systems and processes.
• Create thoughtful goals and metrics, and work within the matrix management system to integrate these into Reliance’s Business Groups.

Required Skills

• Relevant communications/marketing/EHS-related degree or equivalent experience in the field of EHS, communications, or training.
• General manufacturing knowledge, including Reliance plant operations, safety cultures and systems, data analysis and risk mitigation techniques and technologies.
• Excellent communication, organization, and team/collaboration skills.
• Able to effectively work in a highly matrixed organization, including interactions with executive, Group, FOC and operational leadership.
• Strong organization skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously to meet project commitments.
• Self-motivated and able to function independently; work with minimum guidance and direction to accomplish individual goals and support corporate EHS continuous improvement.
• Ability to develop strong working relationships with Reliance leaders, as appropriate.
• Conduct work with the highest level of ethical standards in adherence to Reliance values.

EEO Statement

Reliance, Inc. IS A DRUG-FREE WORK ENVIRONMENT EEO/DISABILITY/VETERAN