Senior Manager, EH&S - Global Hazardous Materials We are seeking an experienced Senior Manager, EH&S - Global Hazardous Materials for our client, a leading global organization. This role will develop strategies to manage hazardous materials across global operations, ensuring regulatory compliance, safety, and sustainability.

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic Leadership: Develop and execute global hazardous materials management strategies aligned with safety, sustainability, and regulatory requirements. Create a 3-5 year plan anticipating regulatory changes and business growth.
• Regulatory Compliance: Ensure compliance with international, national, and local hazardous materials regulations. Monitor changes in legislation and represent the organization in industry associations.
• Risk Management: Identify and mitigate risks related to hazardous materials. Implement emergency response procedures as needed.
• Policy Development: Establish global policies for the safe handling, storage, and disposal of hazardous materials. Manage inventory controls and material lifecycle.
• Training & Education: Lead training programs on hazardous materials safety, ensuring regulatory compliance and appropriate staff qualifications.
• Incident Response: Implement a global incident reporting system. Lead investigations and corrective actions for hazardous materials incidents.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, acting as a subject matter expert for senior leadership.
• Sustainability Support: Promote reduction and safe management of hazardous materials to align with sustainability initiatives, including life cycle assessments.
• Performance Monitoring: Establish metrics and assurance programs to evaluate the effectiveness of hazardous materials management globally.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s in Science, Chemistry, or related field; advanced degree preferred.
• 10+ years in hazardous materials management, including 5+ years in leadership. International experience is a plus.
• Strong knowledge of global hazardous materials regulations and best practices.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and project management skills. HAZOP experience is a plus.
• Relevant certifications in Hazardous Materials Management or Industrial Hygiene are advantageous.

Personal Attributes

• Analytical: Ability to develop strategic solutions from complex data.
• Detail-Oriented: High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Proactive: Self-motivated and solutions-focused.
• Collaborative: Strong interpersonal skills with stakeholder engagement.
• Independent: Ability to prioritize tasks and drive projects to completion. 

Job Logistics

• Travel: Up to 5% on an as-needed basis.
• Locations: Can be based in:
• Ireland: Cork, Galway, Clonmel 
• USA/Puerto Rico: 
• Costa Rica:

Join a dynamic team dedicated to environmental excellence and operational safety

For further information on this Senior EHS Manager of Global Hazardous Waste please contact Caroline Kingston on +353 868395531 or email caroline@hero.ie Check out all our open jobs on our HERO Recruitment website – https://www.hero.ie/

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