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Health, Safety, Security, and Environmental (HSSE) Manager

AT Hitachi Energy
Hitachi Energy

Health, Safety, Security, and Environmental (HSSE) Manager

Roanoke, VA

General Information:
This position will lead and manage HSSE programs and processes, as well as a team consisting of HSE Specialists, HSE Technicians, and an Occupational Health Nurse for the Hitachi Energy Varennes Facility.

Your Responsibilities:

In your role as an HSSE Manager at Hitachi Energy, you will be part of our success by:

  • Acting as a coach and advisor toward the leadership team concerning HSSE management.
  • Acting as a role model to support a HSE learning and improving culture.
  • Assuring the organization's compliance with all applicable Hitachi Energy, local, and government HSSE regulations.
  • Maintaining the Group and Business Unit HSSE management systems and carry out inspections and audits, analyze the results, and manage the corrective actions.
  • Managing the incident reporting, investigation and analysis program.
  • Analyzing and monitoring trends regarding incidents, inspections, audits and corrective measures and keep the management team informed.
  • Assisting management in understanding obligations, liability and how to fulfill their roles, according to local laws and Hitachi Energy standards and programs.
  • Contributing to the development and implementation of various Group and Business Unit HSSE programs and procedures (ergonomics, lockout, inspections and scheduled audits, etc.)
  • Organizing activities to promote employee awareness, increase their participation, and encourage the adoption of safe behaviors.
  • Managing the ergonomics program, job analyses, and prioritize and implement corrective actions
  • Receiving/collecting HSSE best practices and lead local implementation as appropriate
  • Assisting Human Resources and care management representatives regarding return to work strategies
  • Maintaining certifications for both ISO 14001 and ISO 45001
  • Lead, guide, and coach the local HSE team to achieve optimal results
  • Responsible for HSSE strategic planning to help move the organization towards achieving all KPI's as well as target and objectives
  • Responsible for annual HSSE department budgeting and capital expenditure planning
  • Living Hitachi Energy's core values of safety and integrity, which means taking responsibility for your own actions while caring for your colleagues and the business.

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Your Requirements:

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Chemistry, Environmental or Occupational Health Sciences
  • Eight or more years of relevant HSSE experience, preferably in manufacturing.
  • Strong knowledge of environmental regulations including air, wastewater, and hazardous waste
  • Experience with behavior-based safety programs and culture change initiatives
  • Strong leadership, interpersonal, and influencing skills.
  • Proven problem solving and decision-making skills
  • Effective oral and written communication skills
  • Experience with Microsoft Office and plant specific software systems
  • Candidate must already have work authorization that would permit them to work for Hitachi Energy in the United States

Preferred:

  • Professional certifications (e.g. CSP, CIH).
  • Experience and/or familiarity with ISO45001 & ISO 14001
  • High comfort level with digitized management tools.
  • Experience with represented workforce
  • Ability to operate within and support matrixed leadership and functional teams.

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Client-provided location(s): Bland, VA 24315, USA
Job ID: Hitachi_Energy-JID3-108013
Employment Type: Full Time

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • FSA
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • Pet Insurance
    • Mental Health Benefits
    • Virtual Fitness Classes
    • On-Site Gym
  • Parental Benefits

    • Fertility Benefits
    • Family Support Resources
    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Adoption Assistance Program
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Remote Work Opportunities
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Commuter Benefits Program
    • Snacks
    • Some Meals Provided
    • Company Outings
    • Holiday Events
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Unlimited Paid Time Off
    • Paid Holidays
    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Summer Fridays
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Performance Bonus
    • Relocation Assistance
    • Financial Counseling
  • Professional Development

    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Learning and Development Stipend
    • Promote From Within
    • Mentor Program
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Lunch and Learns
    • Work Visa Sponsorship
    • Leadership Training Program
    • Internship Program
    • Associate or Rotational Training Program
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)

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