EHS Sustainability Manager

7 days ago

Providence, Rhode Island, United States Vertex Pharmaceuticals Full time
Job Summary:

The EHS Sustainability Manager will oversee multiple high-level environmental, health, and safety programs for an area or site. This role involves collaborating with the EHSS team, Operations/Facilities team members, and various business functions. The ideal candidate will have technical expertise in multiple disciplines, including chemical safety, biological safety, radiation safety, industrial hygiene, environmental programs, fire safety, ergonomics, driver safety, facilities safety, occupational health, auditing, and inspection.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Engage with employees and managers to integrate EHS into the business
  • Develop new programs and review existing policies, procedures, and training
  • Conduct and manage external and internal audits and inspections
  • Manage relationships and contracts with vendors and consultants who support EHSS
  • Work with Real Estate and Operations/Facilities teams to support projects
  • Lead accident, incident, and near-miss investigations and ensure improvement strategies are implemented
  • Represent EHSS at internal and external meetings, including project meetings, cross-functional meetings, and meetings with external regulatory bodies
  • Contribute to EHSS budgets and prepare metrics, including injury metrics and sustainability metrics
  • Contribute to regional and global EHSS programs and collaborations across sites

Requirements:
  • In-depth knowledge of federal, state, and local environmental, health, and safety regulations
  • Experience in the Pharmaceutical or Biotechnology industry is desirable
  • Strong interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills with the ability to communicate persuasively and with clarity, flexibility, and adaptability
  • Strong management skills with a collaborative approach to problem-solving, driving performance, and success in a global environment
  • Ability to solve complex problems and meet project goals in a fast-paced environment with multiple priorities
  • Demonstrates leadership with health, safety, and environmental issues
  • Environmental or Sustainability qualification is desirable (e.g., IEMA certificate, NEBOSH Environmental Diploma)
  • Membership of a professional institute at Graduate or Chartered level (e.g., IOSH GradIOSH or CMIOSH) is preferred
  • Recognized safety practitioner status (CIH, CSP)

Education and Experience:
  • Bachelor's degree in chemistry, biology, science, or a safety-related discipline (Higher-level Health and Safety Qualification such as NEBOSH Diploma, NRCQ)
  • Master's degree in an applicable field (e.g., industrial hygiene)
  • Typically requires 6 years of experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience

Flex Designation:
This role is an On-Site Designated position, requiring five days per week on-site work with ad hoc flexibility. The Flex status for this position is subject to Vertex's Policy on Flex @ Vertex Program and may be changed at any time.

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