Senior Director, Environmental Health & Safety (EHS)

Brook + Whittle; Gardner (KS); Hybrid; USD 170,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

Brook + Whittle is seeking a Senior Director of EHS to shape enterprise-wide environmental, health, and safety strategy across all facilities. You will lead with senior leadership, align programs with regulatory requirements, and drive a proactive safety culture with measurable results.

You will oversee multi-site EHS programs, incident management, and sustainability initiatives, while mentoring a high-performing team and ensuring audit readiness. Travel up to 50% is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Occupational Safety, Environmental Science, or related field required.
• OSHA 30 certification required; additional certifications a plus.
• 10+ years of progressive EHS experience, including leadership and multi-site program management.

Responsibilities

• Develop and lead the company-wide EHS strategy aligned with priorities, regulatory requirements, and Brook + Whittle values.
• Provide strategic oversight to site-level EHS teams ensuring consistent execution and continuous improvement across locations.
• Establish and monitor enterprise safety performance metrics to drive accountability and informed decision making.
• Champion a culture of safety ownership and engage leaders and employees in risk reduction and safe practices.
• Oversee enterprise incident management and investigation protocols with root cause analysis and corrective actions.
• Ensure regulatory compliance (OSHA, EPA, DOT) and audit readiness with timely corrective actions.
• Collaborate with cross-functional leaders to assess EHS impacts of strategic initiatives and investments.
• Guide sustainability initiatives including waste reduction and energy efficiency.
• Mentor and develop EHS talent to build a high-performing, values-driven team.
• Stay ahead of industry trends and integrate best practices into programs.
• Travel a minimum of 50% of the time.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Leadership

Communication

Data analytics

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Occupational Safety or Environmental Science

Master's degree in EHS (a plus)

OSHA 30 certification

Job description

Description

This position can be based within any Brook + Whittle facility (hybrid work schedule)

Position Summary

The Senior Director of EHS is a visionary leader responsible for shaping and driving Brook +Whittle’s enterprise-wide EHS strategy. This role ensures a safe, healthy, and environmentally responsible workplace across all facilities by aligning EHS programs with business goals, regulatory requirements, and our company values. The Senior Director partners with senior leadership, site teams, and external stakeholders to foster a proactive safety culture, reduce risk, and promote sustainability.

Primary Duties and Essential Functions

• Develop and lead the company-wide EHS strategy, ensuring alignment with operational priorities, regulatory compliance, and Brook + Whittle’s values.
• Provide strategic oversight and guidance to site-level EHS teams, supporting consistent execution and continuous improvement across all locations.
• Establish and monitor enterprise safety performance metrics, using data to drive accountability, transparency, and informed decision-making.
• Champion a culture of safety ownership and engagement, empowering leaders and employees to take proactive roles in risk reduction and safe practices.
• Lead enterprise incident management and investigation protocols, ensuring timely resolution, root cause analysis, and systemic corrective actions.
• Oversee regulatory compliance programs, including OSHA, EPA, and other federal, state, and local requirements; ensure audit readiness and timely resolution of findings.
• Collaborate with cross-functional leaders to assess EHS impacts of strategic initiatives, capital investments, and operational changes.
• Guide sustainability and environmental initiatives, including waste reduction, energy efficiency, etc.
• Mentor and develop EHS talent, fostering a high-performing, values-driven team culture.
• Stay ahead of industry trends and emerging risks, integrating best practices and innovations into company programs.
• Deliver EH&S training and oversee regulatory documentation, recordkeeping, and permitting to meet all deadlines
• Ability to travel a minimum of 50% of the time.
• Perform other related duties as required and assigned.

Requirements

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety, Environmental Science, or related field required. Master’s degree in EH&S a plus.
• 10+ years of progressive EHS experience, including leadership and team management in a manufacturing or industrial setting.
• Proven success in leading multi-site or enterprise-level EHS programs.
• Comprehensive knowledge of OSHA, EPA Regulations, DOT Regulations and Management Systems. Experience with Process Safety and Risk Management programs.
• Experience developing, managing, and implementing worker’s compensation claims management programs.
• Experience leading/coaching teams in the improvement of business processes and operational performance.
• OSHA 30 certification required; additional certifications a plus.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Strategic thinker with strong business acumen and a passion for safety and sustainability.
• Deep knowledge of EHS regulations, risk management, and compliance frameworks.
• Exceptional communication and leadership skills with the ability to influence at all levels.
• Experience with data analytics, performance dashboards, and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Collaborative, values-driven approach to leadership and problem-solving.
  

Physical Requirements & Work Environment

• Role involves regular travel to manufacturing sites across the country.
• Mix of office-based work and on-site engagement in production environments.
• Occasional lifting (up to 25 lbs.) and extended periods of walking or standing during site visits.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Work Authorization

Must be eligible to work in the United States without restriction.

AAP/EEO Statement

Brook + Whittle provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Brook + Whittle complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Brook + Whittle expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Brook + Whittle LTD's employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.