BU EHS Manager – EU Focus

Candidate must be fluent in English, able to travel globally, and possess a comprehensive EHS skill set covering EU support and global applications, projects, and oversight for compliance, regulatory, and initiatives. The role focuses 60% on EU Aero and 40% on global business unit projects and activities.

Key Responsibilities

• Advise, represent, and support the BU General Management in Europe in the implementation and adaptation of the HFS Business Unit’s EHS management system across the various sites.
• Assist sites in implementing and adapting the HFS BU’s overall EHS policy and management system in line with evolving standards, regulations, and business needs.
• Provide guidance and support to EHS Managers and Site Directors.
• Guide sites in identifying, prioritizing, and implementing required actions (including the HFS global initiative to reduce greenhouse gas emissions) and monitor their progress.
• Establish continuous improvement plans with the support of site teams and resources, in alignment with Business Unit directives.
• Conduct regular internal audits to identify gaps and non‑conformities against internal and external standards and ensure proper execution of ASAT protocols.
• Support Corporate internal audit activities and assist in the implementation and follow‑up of resulting action plans.
• Verify that development projects (new activities, products, processes, etc.) adequately incorporate EHS requirements.
• Organise, coordinate, and maintain regulatory compliance monitoring in collaboration with other EHS function members within the Division.
• Promote occupational health, safety, and environmental policies among all employees through communication campaigns, awareness initiatives, and training programmes.
• Represent the company, when required, with stakeholders, competent authorities, and professional organisations.
• Involve in global BU projects/initiatives, ensure compliance with internal standards and external regulatory parameters, and promote prevention and sustainability initiatives across all operations in EH&S.
• Ensure compliance with country, regional, and local regulations and standards (e.g., OSHA, EPA).
• Develop and maintain safety policies, procedures, programmes and initiatives with focus on risk prevention, root cause analysis, and sustainable robust engineered solutions.
• Understand and manage potential health exposures and controls (IH), and apply directives to minimise or eliminate potential hazards.
• Maintain knowledge of environmental regulatory parameters (waste management, water usage, air quality, chemical handling).
• Conduct investigations, inspections, audits and risk assessments to identify gaps and improve.
• Actively participate in formulating new initiatives, best practices, and driving sustainable change.
• Serve as primary liaison between HFS sites and various EHS corporate councils and authorities.
• Lead development and execution of Business Unit and corporate initiatives.
• Monitor and drive performance metrics and prepare detailed reports for internal and external stakeholders.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to integrate environmental, health & safety considerations into business operations and decisions, especially regarding permits, records, and documentation.
• Train and develop new and existing EHS talent.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in an EHS‑related discipline, Environmental Sciences, or a related field.
• 7+ years of experience in applied EHS functions, including environmental compliance, sustainability, or related roles.
• Strong applied knowledge of Safety, Health and Environmental regulations and standards.
• Experience conducting audits and managing regulatory reporting.
• Excellent project management, communication, and problem‑solving skills.
• Relevant certifications (e.g., CSP, CIH, ISO 14001, CHMM, CES) are a plus.
• Experience in manufacturing settings; exposure to large, multi‑site, international companies.
• Familiarity with incident management systems, compliance calendars, environmental management systems (EMS) and sustainability reporting frameworks.
• Ability to analyse data and develop actionable insights.
• Ability to travel regularly and respond to crises to support operations locally.
• Position posted in the EU or UK.