Director Environmental, Health & Safety (EMEA & APAC)

Job Description:
The Director, Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) is responsible for leading the development and execution of EHS strategy, compliance, risk management, and continuous improvement initiatives across the EMEA and APAC regions. This role provides strategic leadership to ensure world-class performance in environmental compliance, occupational health, safety, industrial hygiene, ergonomics, sustainability, and operational excellence.
The Director will serve as a key business partner to regional and site leadership teams, integrating EHS into business operations through Lean Management principles, Daily Management Systems (DMS), Kaizen activities, and data-driven decision making. The ideal candidate will leverage digital technologies and Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools to improve risk identification, regulatory compliance, incident prevention, ergonomics, training effectiveness, and EHS performance management.
This position is expected to build a culture where safety, environmental stewardship, innovation, and continuous improvement are integral to how work is performed across all facilities.
Strategic EHS Leadership
Develop and execute regional EHS strategies aligned with corporate objectives, operational excellence initiatives, and sustainability goals.
Serve as the senior EHS advisor to regional leadership teams.
Establish EHS key performance indicators (KPIs), leading indicators, and management review processes.
Drive a culture of safety ownership, environmental stewardship, and continuous improvement.
Align regional EHS programs with global standards while ensuring compliance with local regulatory requirements.
Lean Management & Continuous Improvement
Integrate Lean Management principles into EHS programs and operational practices.
Lead and facilitate EHS-focused Kaizen events that eliminate risk, reduce waste, and improve process safety and employee well-being.
Establish and sustain Daily Management Systems (DMS) that incorporate EHS performance measures into routine operational reviews.
Utilize visual management tools, Gemba walks, tiered accountability meetings, standard work, root cause analysis, and problem-solving methodologies.
Partner with Operations, Engineering, and Continuous Improvement teams to embed safety and environmental considerations into operational excellence initiatives.
Drive the use of problem solving, value stream analysis, and structured continuous improvement methodologies to address EHS risks.
Ensure EHS performance is incorporated into site operational reviews and strategic planning processes.
Environmental Compliance & Sustainability
Ensure compliance with environmental permits, regulations, and corporate standards across EMEA and APAC.
Oversee programs involving:
Air emissions
Waste management
Water stewardship
Hazardous materials management
Chemical compliance
Environmental reporting
Product stewardship
Support global sustainability initiatives, including:
Greenhouse gas reduction
Energy efficiency
Waste minimization
Resource conservation
Lead investigations and corrective actions related to environmental incidents.
Occupational Health, Safety & Ergonomics
Lead comprehensive occupational health and safety programs across diverse manufacturing, warehouse, laboratory, and office environments.
Drive serious injury and fatality (SIF) prevention programs.
Oversee programs including:
Machine safety
Electrical safety
Contractor safety
Lockout/Tagout
Confined space entry
Working at heights
Process safety
Emergency preparedness
Lead ergonomic risk assessments and implementation of engineering and administrative controls.
Partner with engineering and operations teams to design ergonomic solutions into equipment, workflows, and facility layouts.
Monitor injury trends and musculoskeletal disorder (MSD) indicators to drive prevention strategies.
Industrial Hygiene & Occupational Health
Direct industrial hygiene programs addressing chemical, biological, physical, and ergonomic hazards.
Ensure appropriate exposure monitoring and risk assessments are conducted.
Develop exposure reduction strategies based on hierarchy of controls.
Support occupational health surveillance and employee wellness programs.
Collaborate with Human Resources and Medical Services on health-related initiatives and return-to-work programs.
Artificial Intelligence & Digital EHS Innovation
Champion the responsible and effective use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and digital technologies to enhance EHS performance.
Identify opportunities to leverage AI for:
Incident trend analysis
Predictive risk modeling
Compliance monitoring
Ergonomic assessments
EHS training and knowledge management
Regulatory intelligence
Audit management
Root cause analysis
Promote AI literacy and adoption within the EHS organization.
Ensure AI solutions are deployed responsibly, ethically, and in accordance with company governance requirements.
Utilize advanced analytics and automation to improve decision-making and organizational efficiency.
Stay informed of emerging technologies and best practices that can improve EHS performance and business outcomes.
Governance, Compliance & Risk Management
Monitor and interpret regulatory developments across EMEA and APAC jurisdictions.
Ensure facilities maintain compliance with applicable regulations and company standards.
Lead internal audits, management system assessments, and regulatory inspections.
Oversee corrective and preventive action systems.
Conduct EHS due diligence for acquisitions, facility expansions, and new business ventures.
Manage enterprise-level EHS risks and mitigation strategies.
Provide guidance and oversight for facility and operations moves.
Leadership & Talent Development
Lead, coach, and develop a high-performing regional EHS team.
Build organizational capability in EHS, Lean Management, ergonomics, and AI-enabled work practices.
Develop succession plans and talent pipelines.
Foster collaboration and best-practice sharing across regions.
Build strong working relationships with business leaders and operational teams across diverse cultures and geographies.
Job Requirements:
Required
Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Occupational Health & Safety, Engineering, Industrial Hygiene, Ergonomics, or related field.
10+ years of progressive EHS leadership experience within a multinational organization.
5+ years of experience leading multi-site operations across multiple countries.
Demonstrated experience supporting manufacturing, distribution, laboratory, or industrial operations.
Strong knowledge of:
ISO 14001
ISO 45001
Ergonomics and human factors principles
Industrial hygiene practices
Environmental compliance programs
Operational risk assessment methodologies
Lean Management Systems
Continuous Improvement methodologies
Experience leading Kaizen events and implementing Daily Management Systems.
Experience driving organizational change and influencing senior leadership.
Demonstrated use of data analytics and digital technologies to improve business performance.
Ability to travel internationally.
Preferred
Master's degree in a related discipline.
Professional certifications such as:
CSP
CIH
CMIOSH
NEBOSH Diploma
CPE (Certified Professional Ergonomist)
Lean Six Sigma Black Belt or Master Black Belt
Experience deploying AI-enabled business solutions.
Experience supporting mergers, acquisitions, and business integration efforts.
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Operating Company:
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Envista is a global leader in the dental industry, uniting more than 30 trusted brands—including DEXIS, Kerr, Nobel Biocare, and Ormco—under one mission: partnering with dental professionals to improve patients’ lives. With a heritage of category-defining innovation, our brands have shaped modern dentistry: Nobel Biocare introduced the first dental implant, Ormco is a pioneer in both traditional and digital orthodontics, DEXIS has long been at the forefront of 2D, 3D and intraoral imaging, and Kerr has supported clinicians for over 135 years. Our high-performing culture is underpinned by our CIRCLe Values and the Envista Business System. Guided by these, we deliver a comprehensive portfolio of technologies, consumables, and services that empower clinicians to provide confident, efficient care—today and for the future. Learn more at http://envistaco.com.
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