We anticipate the application window for this opening will close on - 21 Jul 2025

 

At Medtronic you can begin a life-long career of exploration and innovation, while helping champion healthcare access and equity for all. You’ll lead with purpose, breaking down barriers to innovation in a more connected, compassionate world.

A Day in the Life

The Diabetes Operating Unit focuses on improving the lives of those within the global diabetes community. As a business, we strive to empower people with diabetes to live life on their terms by delivering innovation that truly matters and providing support in the ways they need it. We’re committed to meeting people with diabetes where they are in their journey, always with an aim to make their lives easier. Our portfolio of innovative solutions is designed to provide customers with greater freedom and better health, helping them achieve better glucose control, while spending less time managing their disease.   For more information, visit us at www.medtronic.com and www.medtronicdiabetes.com

Reporting to the Vice President of Global Operations, Diabetes, the Senior Director of Facilities, Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) and Security is responsible for leading and managing all aspects of global facilities management, security, and environmental, health, and safety programs across the Diabetes organization. This role ensures the company’s facilities are maintained to the highest safety, functionality, and efficiency standards while also overseeing compliance with all applicable environmental and safety regulations. The Senior Director of Facilities, EH&s and Security will develop and implement strategies to enhance workplace safety, reduce environmental impact, improve operational efficiency, and maintain a safe, sustainable work environment.

While the position can be remote, it requires a minimum of one week per month on-site at either the Diabetes HQ in Northridge, California (Los Angeles area) or our Juncos, Puerto Rico location. This global role involves domestic and international travel.

This position is an exciting opportunity to work with Medtronic's Diabetes business. Medtronic has announced its intention to separate the Diabetes division to promote future growth and innovation within the business and reallocate investments and resources across Medtronic, subject to applicable information and consultation requirements. This separation provides our team with a bold opportunity to unleash our potential, enabling us to operate with greater speed and agility. As a separate entity, we anticipate leveraging increased investments to drive meaningful innovation and enhance our impact on patient care.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Facilities Management

• Oversee company facilities’ strategic planning, design, and maintenance, including office buildings, manufacturing sites, and other operational locations.

• Manages the design, planning, construction, and maintenance of equipment, machinery, buildings, and other facilities. Plans, budgets, and schedules facility modifications, including estimates on equipment, labor, materials, and related costs.

• Develop and execute long-term facilities management plans to ensure optimal use of space and infrastructure.

• Designs and develops organizational policies relevant to the facilities department.

• Oversees the coordination of building space allocation and layout, communication services and facilities expansion. May be responsible for establishing and overseeing health and safety standards.

• Manage the day-to-day operations of facility maintenance, including preventive maintenance programs, building systems (HVAC, electrical, plumbing), and equipment management.

• Lead the implementation of facility upgrades, renovations, and new construction projects in alignment with company goals and budgetary constraints.

• Manage relationships with external vendors, contractors, and service providers to ensure facilities needs are met efficiently and cost-effectively.

• Develop and maintain systems for tracking and managing facility assets, space utilization, and resource allocation.

Environmental Health & Safety

• Lead the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of the company’s EHS policies and programs, ensuring compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.

• Oversee the creation of safety protocols, emergency response plans, and training programs for employees to ensure a safe working environment.

• Manage risk assessments, audits, and safety inspections to identify potential hazards and implement corrective actions.

• Drive the organization’s sustainability initiatives, including waste managemen