Job Description Summary
The Global Wind Manufacturing EHS Advisor will play a critical role in enhancing and enforcing environmental, health, and safety (EHS) standards across GE Vernova's Wind Manufacturing organization and fixed facilities by ensuring consistent execution of EHS programs and standards. This role will be responsible for working across all plants to drive down Level A,B and C incident rates, ensure strong PSE reporting, and drive non-compliance down and ensure timely closure of EHS actions. They will achieve this by promoting a safe working environment and minimizing risks associated with manufacturing and fixed facilities across various countries and continents, this position is critical developing and implementing strategic EHS initiatives. Reporting directly to the Global EHS Leader for Wind, the role will work closely with the Global Manufacturing Leader and local EHS Manufacturing leads to ensure the highest standards of safety and compliance are maintained. By implementing effective EHS policies, the EHS Manufacturing Advisor directly contributes to the organization's overall objectives, helping to foster a culture of safety and compliance that enhances productivity and protects the well-being of employees.
Job Description
Key Responsibilities:
Develop and implement strategic global manufacturing EHS initiatives, aligned with Wind EHS strategies, aimed at accident prevention and environmental compliance including but not limited to consistent integration of Life Saving Rules into daily manufacturing operations.
Manage small team of EHS professionals and leads supporting fixed facilities in support of safety and environmental compliance/impact assessments.
Work across all plants/fixed facilities to link global standard requirements across all blade plants including but not limited to standard processes for material management (e.g. PFAs), environmental impact analysis, new material evaluations, etc.
Serve as a key liaison with EHS manufacturing leaders and senior global manufacturing leaders on EHS matters, providing regular updates on performance, metrics, challenges and compliance status to drive continuous improvement.
Lead the rollout and track progress of EHS programs and initiatives across all plants/fixed facilities in conjunction with the local manufacturing EHS Leads to ensure a consistent and disciplined approach to EHS.
Lead EHS risk assessments for manufacturing design and material changes applicable across multiple plants to drive a common practices and alignment.
Partner with local manufacturing EHS Leaders to ensure adequate resources in required locations with relevant skills and experience, best practice sharing and support in addressing challenges.
Provide guidance and mentorship to global manufacturing leadership to champion a culture of safety, sustainability, and continuous improvement within the organization.
Lead, in partnership with manufacturing operational leaders, Level A, B and PSE incident investigations, documenting findings and recommending corrective actions to prevent future occurrences.
Engage with key contractor leaders on EHS priorities and drive alignment for contractor roles and responsibilities in ensuring safe work execution (e.g. Life Saving Rule integration). Work with plant site teams to understand concerns with key contractor, as well as collaborate to problem solve current and future issues.
Regularly interact across regional EHS teams to ensure alignment and performance assurance trends.
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in engineering or EHS related field. Advanced degree and Industrial Hygiene experience preferred
Extensive experience in EHS management or executing EHS programs in the renewable energy sector.
Proven track record in leading EHS initiatives in a multinational, multicultural environment. Manufacturing experience desired.
Strong understanding of global EHS regulations and standards.
Excellent leadership, communication, and collaboration skills.
Ability to influence and drive change at all organizational levels.
GE Vernova Culture and Philosophy:
Commitment to Integrity : Uphold the highest standards of ethical conduct and compliance.
Innovation and Excellence - Promote a culture of continuous improvement and operational excellence.
Adaptability - multi-regional experience - Ability to navigate in a matrix. Experience operating in different markets.
Collaboration - modeling ownership and accountability for results while collaborating with other senior leaders effectively to do what is best for the overall business. Hold team accountable to do the same.
Lead with Lean - experience or proven interest and learning appetite for Lean, continuous improvement, problem solving and standardization of work
Sustainability Focus - drive initiatives that support environmental stewardship and a sustainable future.
Inclusivity and Diversity - foster an inclusive workplace that embraces diverse perspectives and talents.
For U.S. based candidates only, for purposes of complying with U.S. pay transparency requirements, the base pay range for this position is $147,900.00 - $246,500.00 USD Annual. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate's experience, education, and skill set. This position is also eligible for 15%. This posting is expected to close on November 14th.
*The Company pays a geographic differential of 110%, 120% or 130% of salary in certain areas.
Healthcare benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to a Health Coach, a 24/7 nurse-based resource; and access to the Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services. Retirement benefits include the GE Retirement Savings Plan, a tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions, as well as access to Fidelity resources and planning consultants. Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability insurance, life insurance, and paid time-off for vacation or illness.
General Electric Company, Ropcor, Inc., their successors, and in some cases their affiliates, each sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs (i.e., is a "Sponsor"). Each Sponsor reserves the right to terminate, amend, suspend, replace, or modify its benefit plans and programs at any time and for any reason, in its sole discretion. No individual has a vested right to any benefit under a Sponsor's welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual.
This position does not support sponsorship in the US.
GE Vernova offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE Vernova is an Equal Opportunity Employer (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/22-088\EEOC\KnowYourRights\10\20.pdf) . Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.
GE Vernova will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable).
Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes
LI-Remote - This is a remote position
GE Vernova is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.
