Senior HSE Manager

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We are seeking a Senior level Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) professional to join the Honeywell Freeport team. This individual will be a member of the Honeywell Sensing Solutions (HSS) HSE Leadership Team, responsible for driving HSE continuous improvement, compliance, and engagement at the HSS Freeport facility. 

The role reports to the HSS/IMC Sr. Director HSE and has 2-4 direct/indirect reports.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute comprehensive Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) strategies that align with organizational objectives, the Honeywell HSE Management System, regulatory requirements, and industry best practices while fostering a culture of safety, health, environmental stewardship, and continuous improvement.
• Lead the deployment and continuous improvement of the HSE Management System, driving the organization's HSE vision and mission through operational excellence, Lean/HMX principles, and risk-based decision-making.
• Partner with executive leadership and site management to achieve HSE goals and objectives by integrating safety into business operations and promoting accountability at all levels.
• Reduce organizational risk by conducting self-assessments, audits, Gemba walks, regulatory and third-party inspections, and risk assessments to identify gaps, implement corrective actions, and drive sustainable improvements.
• Lead and develop high-performing teams of HSE professionals, including engineers, specialists, and support staff, while promoting collaboration, accountability, and professional growth.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable health, safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements, permits, certifications, and corporate standards by monitoring evolving regulations and implementing best practices.
• Develop and implement proactive safety programs, policies, behavioral and cultural initiatives, and training programs that prevent incidents, reduce occupational risks, and strengthen employee engagement.
• Establish engineering controls and preventive measures to mitigate workplace hazards through comprehensive risk assessments, safety audits, and continuous process improvements.
• Develop, implement, and maintain emergency response and business continuity plans for workplace incidents and environmental emergencies.
• Manage HSE budgets, allocate resources effectively, and identify cost-efficient solutions that maintain high standards of safety, compliance, and environmental performance.
• Promote environmental sustainability by implementing environmentally responsible practices, reducing operational impacts, and supporting corporate sustainability initiatives.
• Establish and maintain HSE performance metrics, quality standards, inspections, and performance assessments to drive continuous improvement and operational efficiency.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, senior leadership, regulatory agencies, customers, and external stakeholders to ensure effective communication, training, and execution of HSE initiatives across the organization.

YOU MUST HAVE

• Bachelor's degree in HSE engineering, environmental science, or a related field
• 6+ years of experience in HSE Engineering
• 6+ years of leadership and direct team management skills.
• In-depth knowledge of health, safety, and environmental regulations and best practices.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, problem-solving, and strategic planning abilities.

WE VALUE

• Certification in HSE or a related field is a plus.
• Proficiency in project management and financial acumen.
• Passion for promoting a culture of safety and environmental stewardship
• Strong business acumen and ability to align HSE engineering with organizational goals
• Firm understanding of OSHA’s standard as well as their Voluntary Protection Program (VPP)
• Ability to communicate and influence decision making to all levels of the organization
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced and dynamic environment
• Continuous learning and development
• Ability to inspire and motivate a team