Regional HSE Leader

Role Overview

Regional Health, Safety and Environment (HSE) Leader responsible for translating sector HSE strategies into measurable site‑level improvement across multiple IMI locations in the Americas region (primarily North/East & Central US).

• Receive sector HSE priorities and translate them into clear site‑level action plans within 30 days of each cycle.
• Ensure Site HSE Managers understand expectations and deliver against plans.
• Manage competing sector priorities, escalating conflicts for resolution.
• Lead change with Site HSE Managers, plan purposeful site visits, provide visible leadership, and drive corrective actions.
• Monitor and report progress on site improvement plans monthly, ensuring high quality presentations and timely escalation of risks.
• Act as insight layer between sites and sector strategy, surfacing systemic issues and best practices.
• Support vacancy & continuity management, onboarding new Site HSE Managers, and maintain oversight during vacancies.
• Coordinate cross‑sector activities across Industrial Automation, Process Automation, Life Science, Transport, and Climate Control.
• Coach Site HSE Managers to build capability, enforce mandatory training, and promote a consistent safety culture.
• Lead audits, investigate incidents, and enforce prevention measures.
• Stay current with industry best practice and regulatory developments, recommending improvements.

• Build strong, trusted relationships with internal stakeholders.
• Deliver meaningful improvement rather than maintaining the status quo.
• Take ownership of regional outcomes with clear accountability.
• Act proactively to identify and address issues early.
• Show credibility and respect from site teams and sector directors.
• Maintain organisation across a complex multi‑site, multi‑sector geography.

• Relevant HSE qualifications or certifications (e.g., bachelor’s degree, CSP, RSPP, NEBOSH Diploma).
• Minimum five years’ experience in an HSE leadership role across multiple sites or sectors.
• In‑depth technical knowledge of HSE regulations, standards, and best practice.
• Proven track record of delivering HSE improvements in an operational or industrial setting.
• Strong influencing, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Experience with metrics‑focused reporting (weekly, monthly, quarterly).
• Knowledge of HSE management systems, environmental & fire processes, industrial hygiene, ergonomics, incident reporting, auditing, ISO frameworks.
• Excellent computer literacy (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

Pay range: $150,000 – $180,000 USD. Bonus eligibility: variable incentive pay component separate from base salary.

• Health plans: HMO, PPO, High Deductible Health Plans.
• 401(k) plan with zero vesting and up to 6% contribution matching.
• 14‑week maternity and equivalent adoption leave at full pay; 4‑week paternity leave at full pay.
• Employee Resource Groups and inclusive PTO.
• Health Savings Account contribution and telemedicine access.
• Mental health and wellness programs.
• Full suite of voluntary benefits: critical illness, hospital indemnity, legal, identity theft, pet insurance, and discounts on home & auto insurance.
• Short‑ and long‑term disability; basic life insurance at 2x basic salary at no cost.
• Financial advisors and employee stock purchase plan.

IMI is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, nationality, sex, or veteran status.