Sr. Health & Safety Specialist

Senior Health & Safety Specialist

Be a part of a revolutionary change! At Philip Morris International (PMI), we've chosen to do something incredible. We're totally transforming our business and building our future on one clear purpose – to deliver a smoke-free future.

With huge change, comes huge opportunity. So, if you join us, you'll enjoy the freedom to dream up and deliver better, brighter solutions and the space to move your career forward in endlessly different directions. Our success depends on people who are committed to our purpose and have an appetite for progress.

• Lead the development and execution of the site's Health & Safety strategy in alignment with PMI's global standards and legal/regulatory requirements.
• Partner with senior management to integrate Health & Safety into core business planning, operations, and performance management.
• Act as the site's most senior technical advisor on occupational health, safety engineering, environmental compliance, and loss prevention.

• Design, implement, and continuously improve robust Health & Safety management systems (ISO 14001, ISO 45001, ISO 50001), policies, and procedures tailored to the factory's risk profile.
• Drive a culture of accountability by ensuring that roles and responsibilities for Health & Safety are clearly defined and embraced across departments.

• Lead enterprise-level risk assessments, audits, and corrective action programs to proactively mitigate health, safety, and environmental risks.
• Provide expert guidance on emerging regulatory trends and technologies to maintain compliance and best-in-class performance.
• Ensure all contractors, suppliers, and external vendors adhere to PMI's sustainability standards.

• Oversee the development and execution of Health & Safety training programs across all organizational levels—employees, contractors, and leadership—ensuring competency and awareness are maintained.
• Mentor and guide junior Health & Safety team members, fostering a culture of learning and continuous improvement.

• Own the integrity of Health & Safety performance reporting, ensuring accurate and timely KPIs are shared with local and regional stakeholders.
• Use data to drive decision-making, forecast trends, and present insights to executive leadership and global Health & Safety teams.

• Collaborate with engineering, facilities, and operations teams to ensure Health & Safety compliance and risk mitigation are fully embedded in the design, construction, and commissioning of all capital and infrastructure projects.
• Conduct technical reviews and approvals of equipment certifications, process modifications, and environmental impact assessments.

• Lead complex incident investigations, root cause analyses, and corrective/preventive action planning.
• Champion the development and testing of comprehensive emergency preparedness and business continuity plans.

• Drive environmental sustainability programs to reduce waste, emissions, and energy consumption; deliver measurable improvements aligned with PMI's ESG objectives.
• Participate in site budgeting and planning processes to secure resources for Health & Safety improvements, technology upgrades, and regulatory compliance.

• Bachelors in environmental engineering, Occupational Health & Safety, Industrial Hygiene, or a related discipline.
• 3+ years of progressive experience in environmental health and safety roles within manufacturing or industrial settings.
• Demonstrated expertise in ISO 14001, ISO 45001, and ISO 50001 standards.
• Proven ability to influence senior stakeholders, lead cross-functional initiatives, and manage complex projects.
• Deep understanding of U.S. federal, state, and local regulatory frameworks (e.g., OSHA, EPA).
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office, and exposure to EHS management platforms (e.g., Enablon, Intelex).
• Excellent communication, leadership, and analytical skills.
• Certified Safety…