Sr. Director EHS North Region

Company: Polar Service Centers
Location: Chicago
Posted on: May 29, 2025

Job Description:

Career Opportunities with Depot Connect InternationalCurrent job opportunities are posted here as they become available.Discover a career at Depot Connect International (DCI), a global leader in the Tank/ISO Tank Container Services and Tank Trailer Parts industry. We're more than just a service provider; we're a unified team combining the expertise of industry leaders Quala, Boasso Global, and PSC. Headquartered in Tampa, Florida, with over 160 locations worldwide, our team of over 3,500 employees excels in offering a multitude of mission-critical services.The Sr. Director, HSE Field Operations for our North Region is responsible and owns the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of fit for purpose safety strategies, programs, standards, processes, and systems to support rapidly evolving operations in a distributed network of facilities. The focus will be on building scalable, risk-based procedures and systems to elevate the organization's HSE maturity to industry-leading standards.This role supports the North Region. Travel expectation is up to 50%.Essential Job functions:

• Develop and execute a forward-thinking multi-year safety strategy in collaboration with internal stakeholders; align safety objectives with business goals to enhance operational effectiveness.
• Provide strategic leadership and guidance to instill a safe operations culture throughout the Region in partnership with operations. Work collaboratively and respectfully with Global HSE and Operations teams to develop and promote an industry leading safety culture
• Lead EHS area directors and/or site leads in the North Region to execute on proactive safety engagement; ensure standards and processes are integrated into all operational processes.
• Lead the development and implementation of risk-based approaches to identify, assess, and mitigate HSE risks.
• Develop and implement proactive measures to reduce serious injuries and fatalities (SIF) and occupational hazards.
• Provide technical direction and guidance to managers and all facility-level staff regarding compliance.
• Foster robust incident and near miss reporting, conduct thorough investigations, and identify root causes and effective corrective actions.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant HSE regulations and standards.
• Interfaces with federal, state, and local regulators during audits, reviews, and/or to proactively ensure compliance with requirementsLeadership Skills:
  • Engage with employees at all levels to promote a proactive and positive safe operations culture.
  • Continuously evaluate and improve safety programs to ensure they meet the needs of the business.
  • Serve as an influencer and advocate for safety initiatives, building strong relationships across the organization.
  • Provide thought leadership and inspire change at all levels in the organization with intensity and integrity. Remove barriers through effective problem solving and coordination with internal partners.Qualifications:
    • 10+ years of experience in safety management
    • Bachelor's Degree in Occupational Safety, Environmental Health, Engineering or a related field preferred.
    • Comprehensive knowledge of OSHA regulations and industry specific guidelines.
    • Strong analytical, problem solving, and decision making skills.
    • Excellent communication and leadership skills with the ability to influence and engage teams at all levels.
    • Expertise in regulatory compliance and safety standards.
    • Strong strategic thinking and planning capabilities.
    • Exceptional leadership, mentoring, and team-building skills.
    • Proficiency in safety-related software and data analysis tools.
    • Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
    • Travel +/- 50% annually, depending on office location.
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