Senior Director - Environmental Health & Safety

Job Description

As the Senior Director - Environmental Health & Safety, you will be responsible for developing and leading the strategic direction of all global Health and Safety programs to ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and standards. You will work closely with executive leadership, operational teams, and regional Health and Safety managers to promote a culture of safety across the organization.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a comprehensive global Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) strategy aligned with the company’s vision, mission, and values
• Lead the EHS team, providing guidance, support, and professional development opportunities
• Collaborate with senior management to integrate EHS objectives into overall business strategy
• Establish, implement, and continuously improve global EHS policies, programs, and practices
• Ensure all operations comply with international, national, and local EHS regulations and standards
• Monitor, analyze, and report on EHS performance metrics across the organization and to executive leadership
• Develop and implement risk mitigation strategies to minimize workplace hazards
• Oversee thorough investigations of incidents, including root cause analysis and implementation of corrective actions
• Ensure robust emergency response and crisis management plans are in place and regularly tested
• Lead the development and execution of risk assessment and mitigation strategies to manage workplace hazards and environmental risks
• Partner with Learning and Development (L&D) to design comprehensive training programs to employees at all levels to foster a culture of safety
• Ensure continuous education and training on EHS regulations and best practices
• Serve as the primary EHS liaison with regulatory agencies, industry groups, and community organizations
• Engage with internal and external stakeholders to promote transparency and accountability in EHS matters
  
  

Qualifications

• Bachelors Degree - Occupational Health and Safety or related scientific or technical field required; Masters Degree preferred
• Licenses/Certificates/Designations – Certified Safety Professional (CSP), Associate Safety Professional (ASP), or Certified Hazardous Materials Manager (CHMM)
• 12 years managing teams or projects focused on Global health and safety
• 7 years of subject matter expertise or credentials (CSP, ASP, CHMM)
• Experience standing up a global health and safety program, preferably in a distribution industry preferred
• Ability to travel 25% - 50%
  
  

Wesco International, Inc., including its subsidiaries and affiliates (“Wesco”) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, religion, color, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, or other characteristics protected by law. US applicants only, we are an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer.

Los Angeles Unincorporated County Candidates Only: Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act.

Compensation Details: $158,007 - $230,000

The compensation amount is not guaranteed. This amount is what we reasonably believe we will pay for the position, however, offer amounts may vary based on factors such as geographic location, experience and qualifications.

Wesco provides a variety of benefits to employees. More information about benefits is available here . For eligible positions, compensation may also include participation in an incentive plan.

About The Team

At Wesco, we build, connect, power and protect the world. As a leading provider of business-to-business distribution, logistics services and supply chain solutions, we create a world that you can depend on.

Our company’s greatest asset is our people. Wesco is committed to fostering diversity and inclusion across our workforce by embracing the unique perspectives, authenticity and individuality of more than 20,000 Wesco employees around the globe. Through our Business Resource Groups , comprehensive benefits plan and our community outreach initiatives, you can be a part of a welcoming work community who provides platforms for your success.

Learn more about Working at Wesco here and apply online today!

Founded in 1922 and headquartered in Pittsburgh, Wesco is a publicly traded (NYSE: WCC) FORTUNE 500® company.