Environment, Health And Safety Manager

This role will report directly to the Director Plant Manager and functional report to the Division Director of Health, Safety & Environmental.The Health, Safety & Environmental Manager will collaborate closely with all operational departments, including Manufacturing, Maintenance, Quality and Engineering, to integrate health, safety and environmental practices into the site's daily operations.The Opportunity:We are establishing in Torreon, Mexico, that will play an important role serving customers across the Americas and enable future growth in the region.The Health, Safety & Environmental Manager is responsible for leading safety, health, and environmental programs for this greenfield facility.Will develop, implement and maintain comprehensive Safety, Health & Environmental programs, ensuring compliance with local regulations, company standards, and guidelines.This role will play a pivotal role in building a proactive safety culture from the ground up, developing and integrating safety practices aligned with corporate standards at every stage of facility operations.What Makes this a Great Opportunity:- Join a globally recognized company that is at the forefront of its industry, with a strong commitment to sustainability and innovation.- Establish the safety culture and programs for a brand-new greenfield facility- Directly influence operational safety and environmental compliance, shaping the long-term success of the plant- Gain broad operational understanding by working closely with all site functionsKey Responsibilities:- Develop and implement the overall Health, Safety & Environmental strategy for the greenfield facility.- Work on the selection and contracting external services providers to manage HSE at site.- Develop emergency response & evacuation protocols, coordinating emergency evacuation drills, and employee readiness programs to ensure preparedness for all potential incidents.- Establish and document local HSE standards, procedures in line with local regulations, best practices and company's corporate Policies and guidelines- Work on the design and implementation of tailored HSE programs for the site based on local needs/regulations, together with the implementation of Corporate campaigns and initiatives.- Coordinate and oversee from HSE perspective the commissioning of new activities, operations and processes, working on detailed risk assessments for each area/process of the operation.- Conduct thorough incident investigations, focusing on root cause analysis and prevention, and develop actionable recommendations to reduce risks and prevent injuries.- Coordinate safety training for all employees, including new hire orientation and ongoing safety education, tailored to a new facility environment.- Maintain accurate records of all work-related injuries, illnesses, and safety incidents, and provide statistical analysis to support management decision-making.- Prepare and deliver regular performance reports and KPI's to Corporate, including analysis and actions plans for continuous improvement.- Collaborate with department managers to develop and implement effective health and safety countermeasures and continuous improvement initiatives.- Facilitate and support the creation of the Safety Committee, providing leadership, guidance, and motivation to promote a strong safety culture.- Conduct & coordinate regular workplace safety audits, establish measurable safety standards, and follow up on recommendations to improve safety performance.- Ensure environmental compliance, including timely submission of reports related to air, water, storm, and sanitary permits, and other regulatory requirements.- Support the greenfield project team in integrating safety considerations into facility design, construction, and operational processes.Requirements & Preferred Experience and skills:- Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (e.g., Occupational Safety, Environmental Science, Engineering).- 8+ years of progressive HSE experience in industrial environment, preferably in manufacturing facilities & new facility or greenfield setups.- Team player and able to build and maintain relationships both internal and external.- Leadership Competencies: Proactivity, strong leadership, Strategic planning, strong analytical and organization, Change management, Problem-solving, Empathy, motivation and inspiration.- Strong communication skills, with the ability to influence, lead with example and drive safety culture across teams.Fluent English & Spanish required.Coaching and mentoring abilities.- Proven experience in occupational health, safety, and environmental management systems.- Demonstrated ability to build HSE programs from scratch- Experience managing third parties and contractors.- Experience with compliance audits, and documentation processes.- Experience on working in Multinational matrix organizations- Fluency in English required