VP, Environmental Health & Safety

VP, Environmental Health & Safety (EHS)
Status: Exempt (Salaried)

Position Summary

Reporting to the Chief Operations Officer (COO), the Vice President of Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) will lead all elements of Plug Power's global environmental, health and safety programs. In this role, you will be responsible for providing leadership and strategic direction for all global EHS programs while working to develop essential EHS tools including safety initiatives and training. This individual will represent Plug Power across industry associations and drive the success of global EHS performance. This position will require you to work with the appropriate local, state, and federal regulatory agencies to maintain compliance and elevate Plug Power's global EHS efforts.

Core Duties and Responsibilities

• Identify, develop, and execute global EHS programs and training that provide employees with the necessary tools to implement safe and environmentally compliant practices, procedures, and products
• Influence site leadership across all Plug teams globally to drive impactful global EHS performance
• Collaborate with leadership to identify and develop best practices for key EHS operations; provide clear direction and communicate strategies to develop EHS tools and programs and drive their implementation
• Develop ongoing EHS program enhancements and provide technical expertise and solutions in training materials, presentations, and other outreach activities
• Drive standardization across all Business Units and Plug Power footprints
• Build and maintain relationships with key EHS stakeholders including customers, suppliers, industry coalitions, environmental groups, and sustainability professionals
• Provide oversight of EHS compliance and ensure consistent communication across all EHS programs; promote continuous improvement efforts in all EHS strategic planning
• Interact with the appropriate local, state, and federal regulatory agencies as needed

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, EHS or related field
• Minimum of 15 years of Safety and/or progressive EHS experience including EHS program development and leadership experience.
• Strong knowledge of quality management systems and EHS regulations, including ISO standards.
• Ability to travel including international as needed, up to 25%

Desired Qualifications

• Master's degree in engineering, business, EHS, or a related field
• Proven track record of leading global teams and driving organizational change.
• Demonstrated leadership experience, including successfully leading, coaching and mentoring others
• Experience and knowledge of the NEPA process.
• Ability to align strategic business objectives with individual projects
• Proven track record of influencing across an organization to stand up new programs and initiatives
• Exceptional communication and presentation skills
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Results-oriented and driven work style
• Excellent task-oriented follow through
  

Pay Rate:

We offer a fantastic total rewards package at Plug, and a brief summary is below:

Base salary is determined on a number of factors including but not limited to education, experience, skills, and geography. These factors are considered when making an offer of employment. If you are interested in this position, we'd ask that you apply.

The above pay range, may not take into account local geographic pay variations. If there is an applicable geographic differential, a member of the

team can discuss that with you.

Health, Dental & Vision Insurance eligibility starting from the first day of hire

401(k) with 5% company match

Bonus eligibility

Paid time off including vacation, personal and sick time

Paid Holidays

Wellness Reimbursement Program

Potential to apply for Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Referral program

Employee Assistance Program

Plug Power Inc. is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.