EHS Manufacturing Manager (Startup Validation) (Field Based)

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Global consultancy delivering environmental, health, safety, risk, social and sustainability services.
Lead EHS for startup/validation zone, manage safety, LOTO, audits, mentor team
20 days ago ago
Expert & Leadership (13+ years), Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
Indiana – Multiple Locations
Onsite
Company Size
8,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Environmental Consulting
Sustainability
Engineering
Risk Management
Health & Safety
Environmental Impact Assessment
Geotechnical Engineering
Water Management
Sector Specialisms
Chemical
Financial Services
Manufacturing
Mining & Metals
Oil & Gas
Pharmaceutical
Power
Renewables
Role
What you would be doing
pre‑startup reviews
permit management
loto audits
incident investigation
ehs implementation
team supervision
  • Lead and document Pre-Startup Environmental Reviews (PSERs), Pre-Functional Testing Safety Reviews (PFTSRs), and Pre-Startup Safety Reviews (PSSRs).
  • Ensure safe-to-work permits and procedures are applied during turnover and system startup.
  • Supervise and mentor assigned EHS Specialists, ensuring consistent field presence and performance.
  • Support permit drafting and environmental compliance communication with client site personnel.
  • Review, approve, and train team members on Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs) and Safe Work Permits.
  • Full-time on-site role, typically 40–60 hours per week, supporting an active operational readiness environment.
  • Develop and execute LOTO programs and audits in alignment with site EHS strategies.
  • Lead or participate in incident investigations, corrective action planning, and reporting.
  • Attend daily startup coordination meetings and represent EHS in planning and readiness discussions.
  • Conduct weekly LOTO and safe-work audits; correct and communicate deviations.
  • Manage EHS implementation for a designated manufacturing zone during startup and validation phases.
What you bring
loto
gmp
first aid
osha 30
bachelor's
3 yrs
  • Strong understanding of startup readiness, LOTO program management, and GMP-area safety standards.
  • First Aid/CPR/AED certification required.
  • Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to engage with engineering, construction, and operations teams.
  • Minimum 3 years of EHS leadership experience during manufacturing startup or commissioning projects.
  • OSHA 30-hour Construction or General Industry required.
  • Bachelor’s degree in Safety, Occupational Health, or Environmental Engineering preferred; or 10+ years of progressive EHS experience in industrial or pharmaceutical manufacturing environments.
Benefits
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Training + Development
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Company
Overview
Revenue $1.3B
Annual Revenue
Reports over US$1.3 billion annually.
40+ Countries
Global Presence
Operates across over 40 countries.
KKR Backing
Since 2021
Privately owned and backed by KKR since 2021.
Thousands Annually
Projects Undertaken
Undertakes thousands of projects each year.
  • Flourished through merging UK and US consultancies, building a truly global footprint.
  • Has carried out major environmental assessments for projects like High Speed 1, HS2, Keystone and Dakota Access pipelines.
  • Works in sectors from mining, energy and chemicals to manufacturing, pharma, power, renewables, finance and TMT.
  • Combines strategic advisory and technical delivery, using digital tools and proprietary methodologies.
  • Notably led environmental impact assessments for cross-border hydroelectric, rail and oil infrastructure.
Culture + Values
  • Safety is our number one priority.
  • We are passionate about what we do.
  • We collaborate to achieve excellence.
  • We take personal responsibility and act with integrity.
  • We embrace change and seek innovative solutions.
  • We care about our people and work with them to unlock their potential.
Environment + Sustainability
50% reduction
Carbon Footprint Reduction
Aiming to reduce operational carbon footprint by half by 2025.
70M tons CO2
CO2 Emissions Reduced
Helped clients reduce emissions by over 70 million tons of CO2 equivalent annually.
  • Committed to achieving net zero by 2030.
  • Works with clients to support the transition to renewable energy sources.
  • Aims to incorporate sustainability into all aspects of business decision-making.
Inclusion & Diversity
50% women
Senior Leadership Team
Half of the senior leadership team consists of women, reflecting strong gender diversity at executive levels.
40% by 2025
Global Workforce Goal
Aim to achieve 40% female representation in the global workforce by the year 2025, demonstrating a commitment to broader diversity initiatives.
Active tracking
Gender Balance Monitoring
The company consistently monitors and reports on gender balance across all levels of the organization to ensure ongoing progress and accountability.
  • They have introduced initiatives to support the recruitment and retention of diverse talent.
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