Lead EHS Advisor

Lead EHS Advisor Croda is a FTSE100 organization driven around our purpose of Smart Science to Improve Lives™. With over 6,000 employees across 39 countries, we are focused on the research and development of novel and highly sustainable raw materials for the Life Sciences and Consumer Care sectors. We are passionate and excited about how we can develop and utilize new technologies to shape and inspire changes within an ever-growing marketplace. As our business looks to deliver its ambitious strategy of growth, we are looking for a Lead EHS Advisor to join our Safety Team. You will be responsible for coordinating Croda’s Safety, Health, and Environmental (SHE) programs to support operations, laboratory, and maintenance functions, including related construction projects. This includes implementing safety, health and environmental programs, policies, and procedures in support of site goals. What You’ll Be Doing: Be part of a team that values diversity, sustainability, and continuous innovation, where your ideas and contributions matter. Primary objectives are to support the management of the site’s environmental programs, protect and enhance the safety and health of employees and contractors, and achieve best-in-class SHE performance, while performing all duties within the Company’s safety, health & environmental expectations. Ensures site compliance with local, state, federal, and Croda SHE and sustainability requirements by providing applicability determinations and associated immediate and long-term operations strategies to site management. Proactively engages with site operations and construction teams to manage environmental permitting and compliance requirements by completing permitting and reporting deliverables (e.g., air quality construction/operation permit applications and compliance/emissions reports, EPCRA reports, NPDES permit applications and reports including spill response plans) on time and by corresponding with regulatory agencies. Audits SHE programs and work processes, ensuring effective control of operations, maintenance, and contractor work, including compliance with regulations and established procedures. Reviews and approves construction project SHE risk assessment plans, ensuring that regulatory compliance and Croda expectations are met. Ensures site compliance with local, state, federal, and Croda SHE and sustainability requirements by providing applicability determinations and associated immediate and long-term operations strategies to site management. Proactively engages with site operations and construction teams to manage environmental permitting and compliance requirements by completing permitting and reporting deliverables (e.g., air quality construction/operation permit applications and compliance/emissions reports, EPCRA reports, NPDES permit applications and reports including spill response plans) on time and by corresponding with regulatory agencies. Audits SHE programs and work processes, ensuring effective control of operations, maintenance, and contractor work, including compliance with regulations and established procedures. Reviews and approves construction project SHE risk assessment plans, ensuring that regulatory compliance and Croda expectations are met. Who We’re Looking For: At Croda, we believe our people are the heart of our success. We are committed to fostering an environment where you can grow, make a meaningful impact, and thrive. Bachelor’s degree in Safety, Environmental, Engineering, or Science. Minimum of 5-7 years of professional safety, health, and environmental experience, preferably in a manufacturing and/or construction environment within the chemical industry. Strong knowledge of, and practical experience with, interpreting and complying with local, state, and federal SHE regulations including air and water quality and EPCRA requirements. Demonstrated ability to critically think and analyze SHE-related data, complete thorough SHE risk assessments including permit-to-work assessments, and promote a culture of injury/illness prevention. Strong technical, interpersonal, organizational, and written/oral communication skills. Working knowledge of FDA regulations, NFPA regulations, and OSHA regulations. Must have oral and written proficiency in the English language. QEP, CSP, CIH, or CHMM certification is a plus. Don’t meet all the qualifications? We still encourage you to apply! At Croda, we believe diverse perspectives and unique experiences drive innovation and strengthen our team. What We Offer: Join a global organization with countless opportunities for growth and leadership. The successful candidate will receive a competitive salary and benefits package including: Excellent Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage, available immediately. Generous PTO 401K Match Wellness Reimbursement Parental Leave Career Development Company paid and voluntary Life and AD&D Insurance Short and long term disability Paid Holidays And more! Additional Information This is an on-site position based at our Alabaster, AL site. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the hiring process or experience any issues with our online application process, please email jobs@croda.com. Croda recognizes employees as our strength and the diversity they bring to our workforce are directly linked to our ongoing success. We are an equal opportunity employer and place a high value on diversity and inclusion at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of any protected attribute, including age, race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital or veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. In accordance with applicable law, we make reasonable accommodations for applicants' and employees' religious practices and beliefs, as well as any mental health or physical disability needs. Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veterans. This Organization Participates in E-Verify