Director of Environmental, Health, and Safety

Job Summary: Director of EHS will serve as the chief architect of our safety culture and environmental compliance strategy, overseeing all EHS functions across six manufacturing and mining sites. The role leads a core corporate team while providing strategic oversight and technical support to site‑level EHS professionals. ResponsibilitiesStrategic Leadership & Impact : Develop and execute a multi‑year EHS roadmap aligned with corporate goals and industry best practices, including business, production, and organizational priorities. Operational Oversight & Team Leadership : Lead managers and professional staff, allocate resources, and provide indirect mentorship to EHS leads across six production sites. Cross‑Level Communication & Interpersonal Skills : Serve as the primary EHS liaison, persuading managers and leaders to act, and negotiating with external partners, vendors, and customers. Business Acumen & Problem Solving : Apply business knowledge to maximize department performance and solve complex operational issues. Predictive Risk Management & Total Worker Health : Lead incident investigations using Root Cause Analysis, develop leading indicators, and champion holistic worker health initiatives. Environmental Permitting : Direct and oversee all state and federal permitting processes (e.g., TitleV Air, Mining, NPDES Water, land reclamation). Regulatory Oversight : Maintain compliance with MSHA, OSHA, EPA, and relevant state/local requirements, managing evolving regulations and inspections. Industrial Hygiene : Manage the Industrial Hygiene program and supervise staff to monitor and improve IH. Community Engagement : Establish routine engagement with community stakeholders and resolve complaints. Corporate Security : Work with the Global Head of Physical Security to implement security strategy and policies.