Senior HSE Manager: Strategy, Compliance & Risk

Westlake Chemical; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Westlake Chemical is seeking an experienced HSE leader to independently develop and direct health, safety, and environmental programs for its North American manufacturing sites. The role focuses on reducing site risk, raising employee awareness, and ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations under Sr.

Management guidance. You will lead HSE teams, coach professionals, manage budgets, analyze incidents, and respond to audits while collaborating across segments; a BS in

Qualifications

• BS Degree in Occupational Safety and Health, Environmental Science, Chemistry with 10 years of experience.
• Knowledgeable of regulatory compliance laws (OSHA 1910 – General Industry, OSHA 1926 – Construction, Industrial Hygiene Regulations) and Environmental Regulations.
• Experience with change management – implementation of new policies/procedures valuable.
• Strong facilitation, interpersonal and computer skills, with a good working knowledge of related databases and applications, and excellent verbal and written communication abilities.
• Capable of developing and managing multiple projects.
• Exhibits positivity, passion, integrity and accountability.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage HSE policies, standards, and operating guidelines for Westlake Business Segments.
• Lead / Manage / Direct a team of HSE professionals ensuring alignment with regulations across North America sites.
• Act as an internal authority on changes in laws and regulations related to HSE.
• Stays abreast of potential issues and provides analysis and reporting to Sr. Management.
• Author HSE procedures and policies; support and facilitate budgets for HSE activities.
• Analyze incidents and trends to make data-driven recommendations.

Skills

HSE leadership

Regulatory compliance

Change management

Team facilitation

Data analysis

Communication skills

Education

BS in Occupational Safety and Health

BS in Environmental Science

Chemistry background

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Westlake Chemical is seeking an experienced HSE leader to independently develop and direct health, safety, and environmental programs for its North American manufacturing sites. The role focuses on reducing site risk, raising employee awareness, and ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations under Sr.

Management guidance. You will lead HSE teams, coach professionals, manage budgets, analyze incidents, and respond to audits while collaborating across segments; a BS in