Lead HSE

Job Description

At Syngenta, we believe every employee has a role to play in safely feeding the world and taking care of our planet. To support that challenge, the Development team is currently seeking a Lead HSE, located in Stanton, Minnesota.

Responsibilities

The overall purpose of the job is to act as primary HSE&S advisor / liaison for the site leadership team. Ensure compliance with federal, state and local HSE&S regulations and Syngenta policies and standards. Responsible for all aspects of HSE&S programs development, implementation and improvement. Add expertise and collaborate with the greater Syngenta HSE community.

Accountabilities:

• Ensure site compliance with federal, state and local HSE&S regulations and Syngenta policies and standards, including security.
• Own the development, implementation, maintenance and improvement of a comprehensive HSE program and related management systems for site(s).
• Coordinate and risk assess projects impacting HSE, e.g., management of change (i.e. quality changes, process improvements, etc.), new construction, and other initiatives.
• Primary point of contact between NA HSE&S Corporate or HSE&S Regulatory Entity and Site(s).
• Lead, influence and own all HSE&S Site(s) Inspections (regulatory or otherwise) through action plan closure.
• Facilitate Letter of Assurance and Operational Safety Profile process, communicate significant HSE risks to the business, and oversee action item closure.
• Provide HSE&S related guidance and training for all employees, 3rd party contract employees, trade contractors and visitors Employ HSE&S awareness techniques, including toolbox talks, safety meetings/committees and safety alerts; enhance employee engagement.
• Develop, improve and maintain site Intranet information, databases and pertinent records, SAP and other database entry as needed.
• Participate on site incident investigations and lead HSE&S communications regarding incident learning’s.
• Participate on cross-functional teams, partner with peers and support all network-wide initiatives.
• Assist Manager as required in all areas of operations as it relates to HSE&S principles, including operational and capital budgets, may participate in performance reviews of personnel.
• Maintain a thorough presence onsite through site walk-throughs, inspections, etc. - expect 40% of time on the plant floor.

Qualifications

Critical Success Factors & Key Challenges:

• Application of HSE experience and OSHA/EPA regulations to Syngenta systems/organization
• Ability to identify potential risks and safety issues throughout the site & during design reviews
• Ability to work with a variety of people and develop a strong HSE&S culture
• Ability to create and communicate through networks, newsletters, safety bulletins and the intranet
• Ability to conduct thorough HSE&S audits and inspections

HSE Knowledge

• A four-year degree required. HSE job experience considered a plus
• Course work in safety or environmental issues preferred
• Knowledge of HSE&S regulations, e.g. OSHA, EPA, DOT
• Ability to interpret legislation as it applies to agri-business
• Ability to organize and conduct a site HSE audit, conduct risk analysis of HSE issues
• A minimum of three years of HSE auditing/management experience

Industry Knowledge

• Experience in the seed industry preferred
• Familiarity with seed/agricultural operations
• Familiarity of ISO 9000 Quality Systems

Leadership Capabilities

• Decisive: Ability to make timely and well thought out recommendations, supported by proper underlying data, regulatory statutes and analysis, and swiftly executive/ implement decisions
• Trusted: Meets all work commitments and follows through in a responsible and reliable manner; professionally and confidentially handles sensitive information
• Customer-Focused: Timely responds to requests for information and HSE needs
• Results-Oriented: Establishes appropriate measures of success, drives compliance, excellent detail orientation and ability to follow through, excellent project management skills
• Communicative: Ability to create effective and efficient communication resources for all audiences; establishes clear objectives and timelines for work; good listener; ability to write, implement and become competent lead on numerous site safety programs
• Team-Oriented: Works well across all Business Units and functions; values input from others. Enthusiastic, forward-looking Team Player and has the ability to develop and lead networks, ability to develop a highly motivated and eff