HSE Advisor

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Date: Jul 30, 2026

Location:

High Point, NC, US, 27260

About Akzo Nobel

Since 1792, we’ve been supplying the innovative paints and coatings that help to color people’s lives and protect what matters most. Our world class portfolio of brands – including Dulux, International, Sikkens and Interpon – is trusted by customers around the globe. We’re active in more than 150 countries and use our expertise to sustain and enhance the fabric of everyday life.

Because we believe every surface is an opportunity. It’s what you’d expect from a pioneering and long-established paints company that’s dedicated to providing sustainable solutions and preserving the best of what we have today – while creating an even better tomorrow. Let’s paint the future together.

HSE Compliance & Regulatory Support

• Serve as the site's Health, Safety and Environmental (HSE) advisor by ensuring compliance with and company safety requirements.
• Support compliance with air permits, stormwater, wastewater, hazardous waste, soil management, and other environmental regulations.
• Maintain site HSE programs and assist with regulatory inspections and compliance activities.

• Build positive working relationships with employees and managers to promote a proactive safety culture.
• Provide coaching and guidance on safe work practices while encouraging employee involvement in safety initiatives such as Behavior-Based Safety (BBS).
• Influence safety performance through collaboration rather than direct authority.
• Participate in daily site walks throughout manufacturing, warehouse, laboratory, office, and outdoor work areas to identify hazards and provide immediate support.

• Deliver HSE training for employees and contractors, including topics such as Lockout/Tagout, PPE, hazardous waste handling, etc.
• Develop and communicate daily toolbox talks and other safety awareness programs.
• Maintain training documentation and assist with ongoing employee development.

• Support Process Safety Management (PSM) activities, including Management of Change (MOC) processes and hazard studies.
• Participate in incident investigations, root cause analysis, corrective action development, and follow-up activities.
• Conduct task-based risk assessments, internal safety audits, and inspections.

• Support emergency preparedness programs and emergency response planning.
• Participate on the Emergency Response Team if qualified or interested.
• Assist in developing and improving emergency response procedures and site readiness.

• Recommend improvements to HSE programs, policies, and procedures.
• Monitor HSE performance metrics and assist with corrective and preventive actions.
• Support implementation of company HSE initiatives and continuous improvement projects.

The HSE Advisor exercises independent judgment while supporting site leadership in maintaining compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations.

This position is expected to:

• Interpret and apply OSHA, EPA, environmental, and company safety requirements.
• Recommend improvements to HSE programs, procedures, and safe work practices.
• Identify safety and environmental risks and recommend corrective actions.
• Influence employees and leaders through coaching, collaboration, and effective communication.
• Prioritize daily work activities and independently manage assigned HSE responsibilities while partnering closely with the HSE Manager.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Health & Safety, Engineering, Environmental Science, Industrial Safety, or a related field. Equivalent manufacturing experience may be considered.
• Minimum of five (5) years of HSE-relevant experience.
• Experience working in a manufacturing environment involving hazardous materials.
• One to two years of experience at a Process Safety Management (PSM) covered facility preferred.
• Experience with emergency response planning or emergency response teams is a plus.
• Experience with incident investigations, audits, and safety training preferred.

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