Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya, Thailand (On-site)

Global EHS Program Manager

15 Minutes ago • 5-10 Years

Program Management

Job Description

The Global EHS Program Manager will lead, harmonize, and advance Environmental Health & Safety programs across Western Digital's global manufacturing and R&D sites. This role ensures successful ISO certifications, strengthens regulatory conformance, and drives data-driven continual improvement in EHS performance. Responsibilities include cross-functional collaboration, program governance, coordinating audits and training, and integrating EHS programs within the broader Integrated Management System (IMS) to mitigate risks and ensure compliance worldwide.

Good To Have:

Advanced degrees in Environmental Health and Safety, Safety/Environmental Engineering, or Sustainability.
Demonstrated expertise in Integrated Management Systems and ISO standards (ISO 14001, ISO 45001, ISO 9001, ISO 50001).
Comprehensive knowledge and practical experience with the Responsible Business Alliance (RBA) Code of Conduct and RBA audits.
Proven track record in conducting rigorous audits, implementing robust programs, and executing effective change management processes.
Exceptional ability to influence stakeholders at both headquarters and site levels.
Superior written and verbal communication skills for engaging with global teams across multiple time zones.
Professional certifications such as Certified Safety Professional (CSP), Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH), and ISO Lead Auditor certifications.

Must Have:

Represent Global EHS within the IMS Central Program Office and core teams.
Critically review IMS/EHS programs for value-add, risk reduction, and integration.
Provide oversight, coordination, direction, and support for EHS program objectives globally.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop, update, and implement EHS policies, programs, processes, and procedures.
Define, track, and report KPIs/OKRs to evaluate program effectiveness and drive improvements.
Coordinate internal/external audits and manage findings, CAPAs, and closures.
Coordinate Global EHS training programs, ensuring content currency and delivery effectiveness.
Lead communication and knowledge sharing on IMS, RBA, and EHS topics.
Develop, execute, and maintain global OHS/EHS programs (e.g., hazard identification & risk assessment, incident management, contractor safety).
Identify, assess, and mitigate EHS risks organization-wide.
Monitor compliance with global regulations, compliance obligations, and standards (ISO 14001, ISO 45001, ISO 9001, RBA).
Analyze incidents, near misses, nonconformities, and opportunities for improvements.
Prepare and submit required EHS reports and respond to inquiries.
Bachelor's degree in Environmental Health and Safety, Safety/Environmental Engineering, Sustainability, or a closely related field.
Minimum of 5-10 years of progressive EHS leadership experience in global, multi-site manufacturing and/or R&D environments.
Substantial program management and cross-functional leadership experience.
Advanced analytical capabilities and proficiency in data-driven decision-making.

Perks:

Opportunities for applicants with disabilities and ensuring all candidates can successfully navigate careers website and hiring process.
Inclusive environment where every individual can thrive through a sense of belonging, respect and contribution.

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The Global EHS Program Manager serves as the primary Global EHS representative to the Integrated Management System (IMS) Central Program Office (CPO) and related corporate stakeholders. This role governs, harmonizes, and advances EHS programs across Manufacturing and R&D locations worldwide—driving successful ISO certifications/re-certifications, strengthening conformance to regulatory and other requirements, and delivering measurable, data-driven continual improvement in EHS performance.

You will lead cross-functional collaboration, maintain program governance and documentation, coordinate audits, training and improvement initiatives, and ensure the effectiveness and integration of EHS programs within the broader IMS.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1) IMS Leadership & Stakeholder Engagement

Represent Global EHS within the IMS Central Program Office and core teams; influence IMS strategies, standards, and procedures to reflect EHS best practices.
Critically review IMS/EHS programs with a focus on:
Value-add and risk reduction
Elimination of duplication/redundancy
Integration with existing programs and business processes
Cost–benefit and workload balance
Continual improvement and lifecycle maintenance
Periodically review Global EHS and IMS documented information for suitability, adequacy, appropriateness, and currency.
Engage and align with key stakeholders, including:
Quality, Legal, HR, Business Units & Location leadership, Global Sustainability, Global/Regional/Location EHS, and external stakeholders (regulatory agencies, external certification bodies, and customers).

2) Global EHS Program Management

Provide oversight, coordination, direction, and support to execute EHS program objectives and initiatives across global sites.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop, update, and implement EHS policies, programs, processes, and procedures.
Perform program/technical reviews of new or revised EHS and IMS documentation; resolve issues and make approval/disapproval recommendations to the Global EHS Director.
Define, track, and report KPIs/OKRs to evaluate program effectiveness; drive data‑driven decision and improvements globally.
Coordinate internal/external audits in partnership with Global and location EHS, IMS CPO, Global Sustainability, and key stakeholders; manage findings, CAPAs, and closures.
Coordinate Global EHS training programs: competency matrices, content currency, delivery effectiveness, and compliance.
Lead communication and knowledge sharing on IMS, RBA, and EHS topics across Global EHS staff, site EHS teams, and internal/external stakeholders.

3) Environmental, Occupational Health & Safety Programs, Risk & Compliance

Develop, execute, and maintain global OHS/EHS programs (e.g., hazard identification & risk assessment, incident management, contractor safety, Management of Change, emergency preparedness and response, industrial hygiene/ergonomics, chemical/waste management, permits).
Identify, assess, and mitigate EHS risks organization-wide; lead critical incident investigations and root cause analyses; implement and verify the effectiveness of corrective and preventive actions.
Monitor compliance with global regulations, compliance obligations, and standards; ensure conformance with ISO 14001, ISO 45001, ISO 9001 (and where applicable ISO 22301/BCMS) Responsible Business Alliance (RBA) and future requirements.
Analyze incidents, near misses, nonconformities, findings and opportunity for improvements; drive systemic improvements and share lessons learned.
Prepare and submit required EHS reports; respond to customer and regulatory inquiries and requests.

4) Other Duties