Director of Environmental, Health, and Safety (ehs) Programs and Systems

Crusoe · Data AI · Denver, CO - US · Environmental, Health and Safety (EHS)

This role is for a Director of Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) Programs and Systems at an AI infrastructure company. The primary focus is on developing and implementing EHS frameworks, managing EHS data systems, establishing KPIs, overseeing the workers' compensation program, directing training strategy, and leading a team of safety engineers. The role requires expertise in regulatory compliance, risk management, and systems implementation, with a focus on moving from reactive tracking to proactive risk prediction.

What you'd actually do

  1. Act as the primary strategic partner to the Senior Director of Safety. Oversee the development and standardization of all corporate EH&S procedures, policies, and standards to ensure compliance with global, federal, and local regulations.
  2. Lead the selection, acquisition, and implementation of corporate EH&S data management solutions (e.g., EHS-MIS, incident tracking, compliance platforms).
  3. Establish and oversee EH&S Key Performance Indicators (KPIs). Utilize data analytics to identify trends, predict risks, and prioritize enterprise-wide improvement initiatives.
  4. Provide corporate oversight for the workers' compensation program, working with HR and Legal to manage claims and implement proactive loss control measures.
  5. Direct the corporate EH&S training strategy, including the development of standardized content and the utilization of Learning Management Systems (LMS) to track organization-wide compliance.

Skills

Required

  • Bachelor's degree in Occupational Safety, Environmental Engineering, Industrial Hygiene, or a related field
  • 10+ years of progressive EH&S management experience
  • 5+ years in a corporate or multi-site leadership role
  • CSP, CIH, CPE, or equivalent certification
  • Expertise in U.S. OSHA, EPA, and other relevant regulatory standards
  • Ability to select and implement enterprise-level EH&S data management systems
  • Strong understanding of workers' compensation management, risk financing, and loss control strategies
  • Exceptional communication skills
  • Experience in manufacturing environments
  • Experience in construction environments

Nice to have

  • Master's degree
  • Experience leading EH&S for a vertically integrated technology or energy company
  • Direct experience with ISO 14001 or ISO 45001 management system implementation
  • Advanced knowledge of environmental sustainability reporting and ESG frameworks

What the JD emphasized

  • 10+ years of progressive EH&S management experience
  • at least 5 years in a corporate or multi-site leadership role
  • Experience in both manufacturing and construction environments is highly desirable
  • Professional certification (CSP, CIH, CPE, or equivalent) is required
  • Deep expertise in U.S. OSHA, EPA, and other relevant regulatory standards
  • Proven ability to select and implement enterprise-level EH&S data management systems
  • Safety and Compliance: This position is designated a safety-sensitive position and/or is located in a safety-sensitive facility. Drug and alcohol program participation is required.