EHS & Sustainability Manager

Job Description

General Summary:

The Environment, Health, Safety and Sustainability (EHSS) Manager will manage a high level environmental, health and safety program or multiple smaller Environment, Health, Safety (EHS) programs for an area (campus) or site. The role involves working closely with other members of the (EHSS) team, Operations/Facilities team members and a broad range of business functions. This is a varied role which may require in-depth knowledge in one or more disciplines (e.g. chemical safety, biological safety, radiation safety or other physical agents, industrial hygiene, environmental programs, fire safety, ergonomics, driver safety, facilities safety, occupational health, auditing and inspection).

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Coordinates with employees and managers to support integration of Environmental, Health, Safety, and Sustainability (EHSS) into the business.
• Reviews existing programs, policies/procedures and training.
• Conducts and manages internal audits and inspections.
• Assists with relationships and contracts with vendors and consultants who support EHSS.
• Supports accident, incident and near miss investigations and supports improvement strategies
• Assists with the preparation and monitoring of EHSS budgets and metrics.
• Contributes to regional and Global EHSS programs and collaborations across sites.

Knowledge and Skills:

• Comprehensive knowledge of relevant federal, state and local regulations and best practices.
• Pharmaceutical or Biotechnology industry knowledge is desirable.
• Strong interpersonal, oral and written communication skills with the ability to communicate persuasively and with clarity, flexibility and adaptability
• Strong project management skills with a collaborative approach to problem solving, driving performance and success in a global environment
• Demonstrates leadership with health, safety and environmental issues
• Possesses excellent organizations skills and ability to manage priorities effectively
• Additional Environmental, safety or sustainability qualifications desirable (IEMA certificate, NEBOSH Diploma, NRCQ)
• Membership/certification from a professional safety or environmental institute (echIOSH, GradIOSH, AIEMA, PIEMA, CIH, CSP)

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in biology, chemistry, life science or safety related discipline
• Environmental, safety or Sustainability certification is required (IEMA certificate, NEBOSH Diploma, NRCQ, CIH, CSP)
• Typically requires 4+ years of experience and/or the equivalent combination of education and experience

Flex Designation:

On-Site Designated

Flex Eligibility Status:

Company Information

Vertex is a global biotechnology company that invests in scientific innovation.

Vertex is committed to equal employment opportunity and non-discrimination for all employees and qualified applicants without regard to a person's race, color, sex, gender identity or expression, age, religion, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, marital status, or any characteristic protected under applicable law. Vertex is an E-Verify Employer in the United States. Vertex will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities, in accordance with applicable law.

Any applicant requiring an accommodation in connection with the hiring process and/or to perform the essential functions of the position for which the applicant has applied should make a request to the recruiter or hiring manager, or contact Talent Acquisition at [email protected]