HSE Advisor

About AkzoNobel Since 1792, we’ve been supplying the innovative paints and coatings that help to color people’s lives and protect what matters most. Our world class portfolio of brands – including Dulux, International, Sikkens and Interpon – is trusted by customers around the globe. We’re active in more than 150 countries and use our expertise to sustain and enhance the fabric of everyday life. Because we believe every surface is an opportunity. It’s what you’d expect from a pioneering and long-established paints company that’s dedicated to providing sustainable solutions and preserving the best of what we have today – while creating an even better tomorrow. Let’s paint the future together. About AkzoNobel Since 1792, we’ve been supplying the innovative paints and coatings that help to color people’s lives and protect what matters most. Our world class portfolio of brands – including Dulux, International, Sikkens and Interpon – is trusted by customers around the globe. We’re active in more than 150 countries and use our expertise to sustain and enhance the fabric of everyday life. Because we believe every surface is an opportunity. It’s what you’d expect from a pioneering and long-established paints company that’s dedicated to providing sustainable solutions and preserving the best of what we have today – while creating an even better tomorrow. Let’s paint the future together. For more information please visit © 2024 Akzo Nobel N.
V. All rights reserved. Job Purpose The HSE Advisor partners with site leadership to promote a strong safety culture and ensure compliance with health, safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements across the manufacturing facility. This role serves as a trusted advisor by providing guidance on OSHA, EPA, and state/local regulatory compliance, conducting safety training, supporting Process Safety Management (PSM) initiatives, performing audits and incident investigations, and helping identify and reduce workplace risks. The HSE Advisor spends significant time on the production floor building relationships with employees, coaching safe work practices, and collaborating with all departments to continuously improve workplace safety and environmental performance.

Key Responsibilities
HSE Compliance & Regulatory Support Serve as the site’s Health, Safety and Environmental (HSE) advisor by ensuring compliance with and company safety requirements. Support compliance with air permits, stormwater, wastewater, hazardous waste, soil management, and other environmental regulations. Maintain site HSE programs and assist with regulatory inspections and compliance activities. Safety Leadership & Employee Engagement Build positive working relationships with employees and managers to promote a proactive safety culture. Provide coaching and guidance on safe work practices while encouraging employee involvement in safety initiatives such as Behavior-Based Safety (BBS). Influence safety performance through collaboration rather than direct authority. Participate in daily site walks throughout manufacturing, warehouse, laboratory, office, and outdoor work areas to identify hazards and provide immediate support. Safety Training & Development Deliver HSE training for employees and contractors, including topics such as Lockout/Tagout, PPE, hazardous waste handling, etc. Develop and communicate daily toolbox talks and other safety awareness programs. Maintain training documentation and assist with ongoing employee development. Process Safety & Risk Management Support Process Safety Management (PSM) activities, including Management of Change (MOC) processes and hazard studies. Participate in incident investigations, root cause analysis, corrective action development, and follow-up activities. Conduct task-based risk assessments, internal safety audits, and inspections. Emergency Preparedness Support emergency preparedness programs and emergency response planning. Participate on the Emergency Response Team if qualified or interested. Assist in developing and improving emergency response procedures and site readiness. Continuous Improvement Recommend improvements to HSE programs, policies, and procedures. Monitor HSE performance metrics and assist with corrective and preventive actions. Support implementation of company HSE initiatives and continuous improvement projects. Level of Autonomy The HSE Advisor exercises independent judgment while supporting site leadership in maintaining compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations. This position is expected to: Interpret and apply OSHA, EPA, environmental, and company safety requirements. Recommend improvements to HSE programs, procedures, and safe work practices. Identify safety and environmental risks and recommend corrective actions. Influence employees and leaders through coaching, collaboration, and effective communication. Prioritize daily work activities and