Senior Regional EHS Manager - Remote- US, Northeast

Build your best future with the Johnson Controls team

As a global leader in smart, healthy and sustainable buildings, our mission is to reimagine the performance of buildings to serve people, places and the planet. Join a winning team that enables you to build your best future! Our teams are uniquely positioned to support a multitude of industries across the globe. You will have the opportunity to develop yourself through meaningful work projects and learning opportunities. We strive to provide our employees with an experience, focused on supporting their physical, financial, and emotional wellbeing. Become a member of the Johnson Controls family and thrive in an empowering company culture where your voice and ideas will be heard – your next great opportunity is just a few clicks away!

What we offer
• Competitive salary and annual bonus
• Paid vacation/holidays/sick time
• Comprehensive benefits package including 401K, medical, dental, and vision care – available day one
• On the job/cross training opportunities
• Encouraging and collaborative team environment
• Dedication to safety through our Zero Harm policy

What You Will Do
• Develop and Execute Strategy: Lead the EHS strategy for North American businesses and operations.
• Design and Implement Policies: Create and enforce EHS policies, processes, and programs.
• Ensure Compliance: Oversee adherence to governmental regulations and provide governance.
• Business Partner: Act as the EHS partner for field services, manufacturing and distribution operations, interacting with internal and external stakeholders.
• Leadership Team: Collaborate on global strategy as part of the JCI EHS Leadership Team and drive standardization.
• Change Agent: Lead EHS resources in the region to achieve Zero Harm.
• Manage Operations: Oversee EHS operations for multi-site projects and locations.
• Support Compliance: Ensure compliance with environmental, health, and safety regulations.

How You Will Do It
• Lead a Team: Drive EHS systems and programs across projects, sites, and locations. This role has seven direct reports.
• Talent Management: Oversee EHS talent development and engagement in the region.
• Compliance: Ensure adherence to local and country regulations, representing the company with regulatory agencies.
• Policy Implementation: Support your team in managing safety/environmental policies and procedures.
• Training Programs: Lead programs to train managers and employees in EHS practices.
• Incident Analysis: Analyze and report incidents, ensuring root cause understanding and corrective actions to prevent reoccurrence.
• Report Compilation: Collect and compile incident/environmental reports for corporate and regulatory agencies.
• Audits: Lead and participate in EHS audits and risk assessments.
• Permit Review: Regularly review and support compliance with site environmental operating permits (Air, Water, Waste).
• Regulatory Compliance: Partner with JCI Legal on compliance issues.
• Data Management: Prepare and maintain EHS data records.
• Drive Improvement: Act as a change agent to improve environmental and safety performance, ensuring strategies are implemented and tracked.
• Achieve KPIs: Meet EHS KPIs aligned with global and functional strategy.

What We Look For
• Required:
• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Management, Environmental Sciences, Safety, or related field.
• 15+ years of EHS and leadership experience supporting both manufacturing and services, with knowledge of relevant regulations.
• 5+ years managing EHS teams across multiple sites.
• Proven EHS management experience over multiple sites.
• Experience with regional environmental policies and regulatory agency interactions.
• Strong leadership, presentation, training, organization, and planning skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Suite (Word, Excel, Access, TEAMS, PowerPoint) and Process MAP EHS software.
• Ability to travel up to 40%.
• Strong analytical skills for root cause analysis and corrective actions.
• Ability to work independently and as a team facilitator, providing hands-on training and coaching.
• Success in managing systems and processes, being action-oriented and energetic.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Preferred:
• EHS certification (ASP, CSP, PE, CHMM).
• Experience with Lean Six Sigma methodology.
• Ideal Candidate
• Strong communication skills for presenting analysis, updates, and recommendations.
• Leadership across complex regional, business, and functional areas.
• Ability to guide and influence others, providing comprehensive feedback.
• Adaptability to changing priorities and handling multiple projects.
• Team leadership and development skills, mentoring, and coaching.
• Resilience and resourcefulness in driving new processes.
• In-depth knowledge of EHS and quality assurance methods

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