Global Safety, Health & Environmental (SHE) Director (m/f/d)

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Wir sind NovaTaste - eine unabhängige und eigenständige Unternehmensgruppe mit Hauptsitz in Salzburg, Österreich sowie weiteren Standorten in Europa, Nordamerika und Asien. Unser Kerngeschäft ist die Produktion von Kräutern, Gewürzen und Wirkstoffen für die Lebensmittelindustrie sowie Gastronomie. Mit rund 1.900 Mitarbeiter:innen werden mehr als 16.000 Kund:innen weltweit bedient. Bei uns kannst du auf Teamgeist, Flexibilität, attraktive Aufstiegsmöglichkeiten sowie zahlreiche Benefits zählen.

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Standort Europa

Global Safety, Health & Environmental (SHE) Director (m/f/d)

Tasks

Strategic Planning and Program Development:

* Design and implement a global SHE strategy that aligns with the company's mission, values, and business objectives.
* Develop policies, guidelines, and procedures that promote compliance with international, national, and local safety, health, and environmental regulations.
* Lead continuous improvement efforts in SHE performance, including setting and tracking key performance indicators (KPIs).

Regulatory Compliance and Risk Management:

* Ensure compliance with all applicable SHE regulations and standards, such as OSHA, EPA and other.
* Oversee risk assessments, audits, and incident investigations to identify and mitigate potential safety, health, and environmental hazards.
* Work with site SHE teams to adapt global standards to local regulatory requirements and practices.

Training and Culture Development:

* Lead initiatives to foster a strong culture of safety and environmental responsibility across all levels of the organization.
* Develop and implement training programs to ensure employees are well-informed about SHE policies, safe work practices, and emergency response procedures.
* Promote best practices for worker health, safety, and environmental stewardship, emphasizing sustainable practices within the food ingredient industry.

Crisis and Emergency Response Management:

* Develop crisis and emergency response plans for handling SHE-related incidents, including environmental spills and workplace injuries.
* Coordinate emergency drills and training sessions to ensure preparedness for Potential incidents.
* Serve as the lead advisor to executive leadership during SHE-related crises, providing recommendations and updates.

Cross-functional Collaboration:

* Partner with operations, quality assurance, production, and ESG teams to integrate SHE standards into day-to-day operations and new projects.
* Collaborate with the non-OPS organization to install a safety culture.
* Work with supply chain and procurement to assess and manage SHE risks across the company's suppliers and contractors.

Sustainability Initiatives:

* Develop and implement programs focused on reducing the company's environmental impact, including waste management, water and energy usage, and greenhouse gas emissions.
* Drive sustainable practices in line with global environmental standards, aiming for goals such as zero-waste, carbon neutrality, or reduced ecological footprint.
* Report on the company's sustainability efforts and progress to stakeholders, including annual OPS sustainability reports.

Skills

Education:

* Bachelor's degree in Occupational Health, Environmental Science, Engineering, Food Science, or a related field
* Relevant certifications (e.g., Certified Safety Professional (CSP), ISO 14001 Lead Auditor) are advantageous.

Experience:

* 10+ years of progressive SHE experience, preferably within the food industry, manufacturing, or similar sectors.
* Demonstrated experience managing global SHE programs, including direct leadership of regional SHE teams.
* Familiarity with international SHE regulations, standards, and best practices relevant to the food industry.

Skills:

* Strong leadership, influencing, and communication skills, with the ability to drive cultural change across a global organization.
* Analytical skills for conducting risk assessments, incident investigations, and KPI tracking.
* Proficiency in SHE management software, data analysis, and report preparation.

Core Competencies:

* Attention to Detail: Ensures meticulous adherence to safety, health, and environmental protocols.
* Problem Solving: Capable of addressing complex SHE challenges proactively and finding sustainable solutions.
* Decision-Making: Balances regulatory compliance, operational efficiency, and company values in all SHE-related decisions.
* Adaptability: Responds effectively to evolving regulatory landscapes and emerging SHE trends in the food industry.
* Ethical Integrity: Upholds the highest ethical standards, particularly in matters of health, safety, and environmental impact.

Benefits

* Compensation and benefits appropriate for a role at this level of seniority and matching the qualifications of the chosen candidate.

The minimum salary for this position is EUR 5.372,07 gross per month on a full-time basis (38.5 hours). A significant overpayment in line with your qualifications and experience is a matter of course for us.

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