Regional EHS Manager - Polymer, EMEA/SEA

Greif is a global leader in performance packaging located in 40 countries. The company delivers trusted, innovative, and tailored solutions that support some of the world's most in demand and fastest-growing industries.  

 

With a commitment to legendary customer service, operational excellence, and global sustainability, Greif packages life's essentials - and creates lasting value for its colleagues, customers, and other stakeholders.  

 

Learn more about the company's Customized Polymer, Sustainable Fiber, Durable Metal, and Integrated Solutions at www.greif.com and follow Greif on Instagram and LinkedIn. 

 

OUR VISION: 

To Be the Advantage That Helps Our Customers Win.

 

OUR PURPOSE: 

Creating packaging solutions for life’s essentials. 

Job Requisition #:

035472 Regional EHS Manager - Polymer, EMEA/SEA (Open)

Job Description:

Leads the execution of Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) programs and initiatives across an assigned region, serving as a strategic partner to operations and a key resource for facility leadership. Provides both hands-on operational support and strategic leadership to strengthen EHS performance, reduce organizational risk, and ensure alignment with corporate standards and objectives. Supports facilities through site engagement, project reviews, incident response, risk assessments, and implementation of EHS initiatives while driving standardization, best practice sharing, governance, and execution of the regional and global EHS roadmap.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provides direct EHS support to manufacturing and operational facilities through routine site visits, assessments, audits, and leadership engagement.
• Partners with facility and regional leadership teams to improve EHS performance, strengthen safety culture, and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
• Conducts EHS reviews of capital projects, equipment installations, process modifications, and operational changes to ensure risks are identified and effectively managed.
• Supports Engineering Project Approval Reviews (EPAR), Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT), commissioning activities, startup reviews, and operational readiness assessments to ensure EHS requirements are integrated into project execution.
• Responds to significant incidents and high-risk events by providing remote and on-site support for investigations, root cause analysis, corrective action development, and verification of effectiveness.
• Provides technical guidance and coaching to facility leadership, EHS professionals, engineers, and operational teams on regulatory requirements, hazard recognition, risk management, and EHS best practices.
• Supports implementation of corporate, regional, and facility-level EHS initiatives, programs, campaigns, and improvement projects.
• Assists facilities in identifying compliance risks and developing sustainable corrective actions to address audit findings, incidents, inspections, and regulatory requirements.
• Reviews EHS performance data, leading indicators, and risk metrics to identify trends, prioritize improvement opportunities, and support proactive risk reduction efforts.
• Supports regulatory inspections, customer audits, and other external engagements as needed.
• Facilitates sharing of lessons learned, leading practices, and successful EHS initiatives across facilities to improve consistency and organizational learning.
• Drives execution of the regional and global EHS roadmap by translating strategic priorities into actionable plans and measurable results.
• Partners with global and regional EHS leaders to deploy standards, management systems, governance processes, and performance expectations across the region.
• Identifies opportunities to standardize EHS processes, tools, and practices to improve effectiveness, efficiency, and consistency.
• Collaborates with Operations, Engineering, Quality, Human Resources, and Supply Chain teams to integrate EHS principles into core business processes and projects.
• Supports the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of EHS standards, procedures, guidance documents, and management system requirements.
• Coaches and develops facility EHS resources and operational leaders to strengthen organizational capability and accountability.
• Monitors emerging regulatory requirements, industry trends, and best practices, providing recommendations to enhance EHS programs and organizational performance.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Health & Safety, Occupational Safety, Engineering, Environmental Science, Industrial Hygiene, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• Typically possesses 10 or more years of progressive EHS experience within manufacturing, industrial, packaging, or related operational environments.
• Demonstrated experience supporting multiple facilities, business units, or geographic locations within a regional or multi-site organization.
• Proven experience leading incident investigations, risk assessments, audits, compliance initiatives, and operational improvement efforts.
• Experience supporting capital projects, equipment reviews, machine safety programs, contractor safety management, and process risk assessments preferred.
• Professional certifications such as CSP, CIH, CHMM, ISO Lead Auditor, or equivalent are preferred.

Knowledge and Skills:

• Strong knowledge of EHS regulations, standards, and risk management principles applicable to manufacturing and industrial operations.
• Demonstrated ability to identify operational risks and implement practical solutions that improve safety performance and regulatory compliance.
• Strong understanding of incident investigation methodologies, root cause analysis, corrective action management, and continuous improvement practices.
• Knowledge of machine safety, contractor safety, energy control, risk assessments, and operational hazard control strategies.
• Ability to evaluate capital projects, equipment installations, and process changes for EHS risks and compliance considerations.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to leverage data and leading indicators to drive performance improvement.
• Proven ability to influence leaders and colleagues across all organizational levels through effective communication and relationship building.
• Strong coaching, facilitation, and leadership skills with the ability to develop capability within both EHS and operational teams.
• Working knowledge of EHS management systems, governance frameworks, auditing processes, and performance measurement programs.
• Ability to balance strategic priorities with hands-on operational support in a fast-paced, multi-site environment.
• Demonstrated capability to drive standardization, best practice sharing, and organizational learning across multiple facilities.
• Strong project management and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, EHS information systems, reporting platforms, and data analysis tools.

Location and Travel:

• Remote or field-based position within the assigned region.
• Regular travel to manufacturing and operational facilities is required.
• Travel is expected to range from approximately 50% to 70%, depending on business needs, project activity, incident response requirements, and regional support responsibilities.
• Occasional travel outside the assigned region may be required to support enterprise initiatives, training events, audits, or strategic projects.

At Greif, we believe that our colleagues are the center of our success. Our Total Rewards have a comprehensive focus on well-being and offer a competitive package that enables you to thrive, be engaged, and reach your full potential. 

Compensation Range:

The pay range for this position is €58,400.00 - €99,400.00 annually. Typically, a competitive wage for new hires will fall between60,000.00 to78,000.00 annually. Offers for this position may vary based on market data and other factors such as job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and geographic location. The position may also be eligible for a short-term incentive.

Benefits Statement:

Greif offers a comprehensive benefits package, including competitive core benefits, paid time off, and a range of local benefits for eligible colleagues.

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We offer a competitive salary, excellent benefits and opportunity for growth. Greif is an equal opportunity employer. We will not discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of sex, race, religion, age, national origin, color, disability, veteran status or any other any other legally protected characteristic.

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