Regional HSE Leader

IMI plc

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Role Overview: 

As the Regional Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) Leader, you will play a vital role in promoting and maintaining a safe, healthy, and environmentally responsible work environment across multiple locations within IMI. The Regional HSE Leader is the execution arm of the HSE function across their assigned geography. They are responsible for translating sector HSE strategies — set by the Sector HSE Directors — into measurable, ground-level improvement at every site within their region. This role operates across all sectors present in the geography and serves as the critical two-way conduit between site reality and strategic direction. This role executes agreed sector strategy; it does not set sector HSE strategy or sector targets. Where strategy conflicts arise, the postholder escalates for resolution.

The Regional HSE Leader is expected to drive change by holding Site HSE Managers to account, removing blockers, and delivering measurable year-on-year improvement.

Coverage note: The Americas region is covered by two Regional HSE Leader roles. To minimise travel and maximise site time, coverage is allocated primarily by geography and may be adjusted as the site footprint changes. This role focuses on North/East & Central US.

Success in this role is measured by impact. The postholder is expected to go beyond process compliance and reporting by thinking critically about what meaningful, lasting change looks like and how to deliver it. This includes identifying root causes behind incidents, constructively challenging established thinking where needed, and taking ownership for seeing corrective actions through to effective resolution.

Work Environment: Hybrid; Approximately 40-50% travel is expected.

Key Responsibilities:
Strategy Execution

• Receive and internalise sector HSE priorities from each Sector HSE Director at the start of each performance cycle.
• Translate strategic priorities into clear, site-level action plans within 30 days of each cycle.
• Ensure all Site HSE Managers in the region understand what is expected of them and by when.
• Manage competing sector priorities across the geography — agree sequencing with the relevant Sector HSE Director(s). Where unresolved, escalate conflicts for prioritisation by the Group HSE Director.

Driving Site-Level Change

• Work with Site HSE Managers to implement agreed improvement actions, with a clear bias towards delivery.
• Visit sites purposefully: each visit must have a defined objective tied to a specific improvement outcome.
• Challenge and support Site HSE Managers in equal measure — be present, be direct, be constructive.
• Where progress stalls or performance concerns persist, escalate promptly to the relevant Sector HSE Director and agree a recovery plan.

Performance Monitoring, Reporting & Governance

• Ensure reports and presentations are delivered on time and to the required standard, minimising the need for rework.
• Track progress against site improvement plans on a monthly basis.
• Report outcomes, not only activities, to the relevant Sector HSE Directors monthly.
• Flag risks, blockers and persistent underperformance proactively — do not wait for audit cycles.
• Maintain a clear picture of the performance status of every site in the region at all times.

Feedback & Ground Reality

• Serve as the intelligence layer between sites and sector strategy — what is actually happening versus what is assumed.
• Surface systemic issues that cannot be resolved at site level and escalate appropriately.
• Identify best practice within the region and facilitate sharing across sites and sectors.
• Provide honest, evidence-based input to the Sector HSE Directors’ strategy reviews.

Vacancy & Continuity Management

• When a Site HSE Manager vacancy arises in the region, take immediate action to maintain HSE oversight at that site.
• Escalate vacancies to the Group HSE Director and relevant Sector Director without delay.
• Support onboarding of new Site HSE Managers to ensure continuity of improvement plans.

Cross-Sector Coordination

• Operate across all sectors present in the geography — Industrial Automation, Process Automation, Life Science, Transport, Climate Control.
• Build effective working relationships with all Sector HSE Directors providing strategic direction for the region.
• Ensure no site is deprioritised due to sector complexity within the geography.

Leadership, Culture & Training

• Coach and challenge Site HSE Managers to build capability (e.g., problem solving, investigation quality, risk assessment quality) and to sustain improvements over time.
• Ensure mandatory HSE training requirements are planned, completed and effective across sites in the region (supporting delivery where required).
• Promote consistent safety culture expectations across sites, escalating persistent leadership or behavioural concerns to the relevant Sector HSE Director(s).

Risk, Incident & Assurance

• Following each site HSE visit conducted by the Regional HSE Leader, prepare and present a structured findings report using the standard presentation format, submitted to site leadership, the Sector HSE Director, and the Group HSE Director within two weeks of the visit. Reports should include key observations, identified risks, recommended corrective actions and agreed timelines for resolution.
• Act as Lead Auditor for assessments in-region when assigned under the sector assessment programme; support delivery of the agreed annual assessment plan.
• Investigate and analyse accidents and incidents within your region, assisting site HSE managers with incident investigation, identifying root causes and driving continuous improvement through robust preventative measures.
• Monitor and support the industrial hygiene programme across your region.

Continuous Improvement & Other Duties

• Stay current with industry best practices and emerging regulatory developments, proactively recommending improvements to the Regional leadership team.
• Carry out any other duties appropriate to this post, as necessary or as requested. 

Success Behaviours (Stakeholder & Delivery Focus)

• Build and maintain strong, trusted relationships with key internal stakeholders.
• Change-oriented — focused on moving the needle, not maintaining the status quo.
• Accountable — owns regional outcomes, does not pass accountability downwards.
• Proactive — surfaces problems early, does not wait to be asked.
• Credible — trusted by site teams, respected by sector directors.
• Organised — manages a complex multi-site, multi-sector geography without losing sight of priorities.

The Regional HSE Leader will be assessed on outcomes, not activity. Key measures include:
Year-on-year improvement in global audit scores across all sites in the region.
Delivery of site improvement plans within agreed timescales.
Reduction in repeat audit findings at regional sites.
Timeliness and quality of monthly outcome reporting to Sector Directors.
Speed of response to site vacancies and performance risks.
Feedback from Sector HSE Directors and Site HSE Managers on effectiveness.

Critical Competencies for Success

• Certification in relevant HSE disciplines, i.e. Bachelors Degree , CSP, RSPP , or NEBOSH Diploma etc.
• Requires a minimum of 5 years’ experience in a leadership role in HSE management, with experience in a multi-site or sector capacity preferred.
• In-depth technical/practical knowledge of HSE regulations, standards, and best practices at a sector level.
  Proven record of success in HSE with strong understanding and exposure to operational activities in a similar industry, delivering results and improved performance,
• Can positively influence and communicate with Senior leadership teams to promote HSE excellence.
• Excellent communication skills to engage and train employees at all levels across different sites.
• Demonstrate ability to work in a metrics focused environment including weekly, monthly, and quarterly reporting and analysis.
• Operating within a global manufacturing/ technology business and a balance of working both strategically and operationally.
• Possess a strong working knowledge of HSE management systems, environmental, fire and industrial hygiene processes, ergonomics, incident reporting and investigation procedures, auditing and safety systems and processes.
• Understanding of the relevant ISO accreditation framework is essential.
• Strong understanding of HSE standards (regulatory compliance, occupational health and safety etc).
• Auditing management systems (e.g., ISO 19011) would be an advantage.
• Strong computer literate skills (Microsoft Word, Excel, Powerpoint).
• Competent in A3 problem solving and coach the local teams through the process, and confirm countermeasures are locked in and sustained.

Pay range: $150k - $180k

Within this range, individual pay is determined based on skills, experience, and qualifications relative to the job requirements. Base pay information is aligned with market location and may be subject to prevailing wage laws, if applicable.

Bonus eligibility: This position is also eligible for a variable incentive pay component, separate from base salary.

What IMI Can Offer You

At IMI, one of our top priorities is to create an inclusive culture of health. We strive to remove barriers to care (whether that be physical or financial) and in doing so, we offer choice for all your health and wellbeing needs. 

See below for a general overview of our amazing perks and benefits:

• Multiple health plans to choose from: HMO, PPO, and High Deductible Health Plans with a low-cost share
• Best-in-class 401K plan with zero vesting and up to 6% contribution matching
• 14-week maternity leave at full pay (Adoption benefits are equivalent)
• 4-week paternity leave at full pay (Adoption benefits are equivalent)
• Employee Resource Groups that offer community and support, like our Pride Network and Network of Women groups 
• PTO, encompassing inclusive holidays 
• Career Development opportunities (IMI’s ‘Catalyst’ Program)
• Employer contribution for Health Savings Account, and in many cases free virtual telemedicine, and teletherapy.
• Mental Health and wellness programs to support you and your family
• Full suite of voluntary benefits to tap into, including but not limited to: Critical illness insurance, hospital indemnity, legal insurance, identity theft protection, and pet insurance or home & auto insurance through our discount advantage platform
• Short & long-term disability as well as basic life insurance at 2x your basic salary at no cost to the employee
• Free financial advisors, webinars, and classes through Charles Schwab
• Annual Employee Stock Purchase Plan with option to purchase IMI shares at a reduced employee only price - no opportunity to lose, only to profit or refund your investment 100%

**Benefits plans change year over year, but we have guiding principles in place to ensure our employees have the tools and resources available to stay connected and up to date**

Health & Safety

The physical demands described within the Key Duties & Responsibilities section of this job description are required to perform the essential functions of this position.  Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.  Please contact your local HR representative to discuss the specific Work Conditions and Physical Requirements of this role.  

Health, Safety, and Environmental Duties – At IMI we are all personally committed to protecting our people, minimizing our impact to the environment, the communities we operate in and our company. All members of our workforce have the duty to ensure the health, safety and welfare of themselves, others, and the environment. Every employee is expected to follow all HSE operating procedures, also to challenge any observed behaviors or unsafe acts.

Code of Ethics

IMI requires the highest standard of ethics in all business dealings, particularly with customers, suppliers, advisors, employees, and the authorities. In accordance with the IMI Way: Our Code of Responsible Business.

Changes to This Job Description

IMI may amend this job description in whole or part at any time.

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