EHS Site Leader, Fixed Facilities

Job Description Company DescriptionVeolia Group is a global leader in environmental services, operating across all five continents with nearly 218,000 employees. Specializing in water, energy, and waste management, Veolia Group designs and implements innovative solutions for decarbonization, depollution, and resource regeneration, supporting communities and industries in their ecological transformation.Within this framework, Veolia's Water Tech Business brings together a dedicated team of experienced professionals committed to tackling the world’s most complex challenges related to water scarcity, quality, productivity, and energy. Together, we pursue a shared mission to create a more sustainable future.Job DescriptionVeolia Water Tech has an outstanding opportunity for a dedicated EHS professional to join our team as theEPP (Engineering and Procurement Projects) and TP (Technologies and Products) Fixed Facility EHSLeader. This position is a vital member of an interactive and supportive team responsible forproviding comprehensive EHS leadership, guidance, support, and execution specifically for our fixedfacility operations.The role requires a seasoned EHS professional with the expertise to identify and implementcompliant, practical, cost-effective, and safe solutions that protect our employees, operations, andthe environment. As the EHS leader for our fixed facilities, you will oversee critical safety aspects ofproduction and equipment build processes, manage EHS compliance for wastewater treatment andneutralization systems, and develop essential protocols such as traffic management for facilityoperations.This position demands both technical proficiency and influential leadership capabilities. You willwork closely with operations, engineering, and facility leadership teams to build and sustain a robustEHS culture throughout our fixed facility operations. Your responsibilities encompass conductingfacility inspections, assisting in hazardous operations reviews, and driving continuous processimprovement initiatives. Through coaching, collaboration, and hands-on engagement withoperations teams, vendors, and customers, you will help create an environment where EHSexcellence, inclusion, and diversity are core values that support both our operational objectives andKey Characteristics:Influential Leader: Drives EHS culture change across all levels without positional authority through credibility and relationship-buildingCollaborative Partner: Builds cross-functional relationships and embeds EHS into daily operationsEffective Communicator: Articulates complex EHS requirements clearly to diverse audiences including teams, customers, vendors, and regulatorsActive Listener: Creates psychological safety encouraging open dialogue about safety concernCoach & Mentor: Develops others and fosters culture valuing EHS, inclusion, and diversityAdaptable Professional: Thrives in fast-paced environments with competing priorities and sound judgmentProactive Problem-Solver: Identifies improvements balancing safety with operational efficiencyHigh Integrity: Demonstrates ethical standards, handles confidential information appropriately, and makes sound decisionsResults-Driven: Achieves measurable EHS improvements while tracking metrics and driving continuous improvementInclusive Advocate: Fosters environment where diverse perspectives are valued and all employees feel empoweredKey Responsibilities:EHS Leadership & CultureInfluence strong EHS culture across operations, engineering, and facility leadershipCoach teams to value EHS, inclusion, and diversityEmbed EHS excellence throughout fixed facilities and support sustainability commitmentsFixed Facility Operations & SafetyOversee safe production and equipment build operationsManage wastewater treatment, neutralization compliance, and traffic management protocolsConduct inspections, hazardous operation reviews, and support operations teamsImplement High Risk Management standards and LSR (Life Saving Rules)Maintain EHS framework and complete Gensuite requirements (incidents, corrective actions, continuous improvement)Program ManagementDrive process improvements and implement consistent EHS programs and policiesManage competing priorities with sound judgment in dynamic environmentsEnsure regulatory and company standards complianceCommunication & EngagementCoach teams on EHS requirements and communicate solutions professionallyInterface with vendors and customers on safety/environmental concernsThe job description is not designed to capture all the employee’s responsibilities but is intended to capture essential functions of the role. Responsibilities may change over time and may be assigned at any time.  QualificationsBachelor's degree in EHS, Engineering, Science, or Technical field10+ years EHS leadership experience with health and safety focus in manufacturing/productionStrong knowledge of OSHA, EPA, and state/local EHS regulationsExpertise in facility safety management, equipment build processes, and production operationsFacility inspections, hazard assessments, and risk evaluationsWastewater treatment and neutralization complianceTraffic management and facility layout safetySecondary containment systems for hazmat storage (EPA/OSHA compliance)HAZOP facilitation and process hazard identificationGHS compliance (classification, labeling, SDS management)Environmental permitting (air quality, NPDES, stormwater)Experience with incident investigation, root cause analysis, and corrective actionsKnowledge of industrial hygiene, occupational health hazards, and emergency response planningAbility to develop and implement comprehensive EHS programs and policiesSoft Skills:Influential Leader: Drives EHS culture across operations, engineering, and facility leadership without direct authorityEffective Communicator: Clearly conveys EHS requirements through excellent oral and written communication at all organizational levelsCollaborative Partner: Builds strong cross-functional relationships and actively participates in team initiativesAdaptable Professional: Manages multiple priorities with sound judgment in fast-paced manufacturing environmentsActive Listener: Fosters open dialogue about safety concerns through considerate listening and professional communicationCoach & Mentor: Develops teams and creates culture valuing EHS, inclusion, and diversityProactive Problem Solver: Identifies and drives process improvements for facility operationsAdditional InformationThis position is a hybrid30% travelCompensation - The salary range is tied to the market for similarly benchmarked roles. The range is not an absolute, but a guide, and offers will be based on the individual candidate’s knowledge, skills, experience, and market conditions, as well as internal peer equity. Depending upon all the preceding considerations for the final selected individual candidate, the offer may be lower or higher than the stated range: $100,000-$135,000 (USD); 100,000-135,000 (CAD) annually.As an inclusive company, Veolia is committed to diversity and gives equal consideration to all applications, without discrimination.