The EHS Program Leader – Division EMSEC provides machine safety design & review support to an assigned division. Identifies and manages machine safety improvement projects, training and managing performance-tracking tools (EMSEC Databases), conducts machine safety compliance audits, follows the TMSS / EMSEC assessment protocol, assures accurate and complete EMSEC reporting of metrics.

Assures equipment is thoroughly processed according the directive prior to releasing the equipment for use at a site, completion of required training, managing interfaces with the operational business, supporting actions during and following assigned projects, and supporting local EMSEC Coordinator in technical and managerial aspects.

• Provides technical and process support within the region including defines the need for training; investigates the quality of assessment and reliability of data; expert support in machine safety system design – including corrective and preventive actions.
• Communication of company directives and regulatory requirements; identifies and shares transferrable practices, evaluates and develops EMSEC talent, provides necessary support for site’s EMSEC programs.
• Provides subject matter expertise on the EMSEC core competency team (CCT).
• Facilitates process and provides technical and administrative services such as assessments of electrical & hydraulic diagrams, pneumatic systems and guarding.
• Develops and facilitates divisional forums for knowledge and shares best practices along with general integration of Tenneco EHS Directives/Documentation across the Division.
• Leads division ownership and accountability for the achievement of division goals and objectives along with timely and accurate reporting mechanisms in support of business strategic initiatives designed to produce verifiable world-class performance.
• Leads the EHS risk assessment initiatives and risk mitigation in the area of machine safety.
• Builds organization capability by providing EMSEC training and development of EMSEC professionals to ensure each site within the division has the appropriate technical and functional competencies.
• Leads the deployment strategy and plan for successful cross-functional implementation of the Tenneco EHS Directives/Documentation requirements.

• Provides technical and process support within the region including defines the need for training; investigates the quality of assessment and reliability of data; expert support in machine safety system design – including corrective and preventive actions.
• Communication of company directives and regulatory requirements; identifies and shares transferrable practices, evaluates and develops EMSEC talent, provides necessary support for site’s EMSEC programs.
• Provides subject matter expertise on the EMSEC core competency team (CCT).
• Facilitates process and provides technical and administrative services such as assessments of electrical & hydraulic diagrams, pneumatic systems and guarding.
• Develops and facilitates divisional forums for knowledge and shares best practices along with general integration of Tenneco EHS Directives/Documentation across the Division.
• Leads division ownership and accountability for the achievement of division goals and objectives along with timely and accurate reporting mechanisms in support of business strategic initiatives designed to produce verifiable world-class performance.
• Leads the EHS risk assessment initiatives and risk mitigation in the area of machine safety.
• Builds organization capability by providing EMSEC training and development of EMSEC professionals to ensure each site within the division has the appropriate technical and functional competencies.
• Leads the deployment strategy and plan for successful cross-functional implementation of the Tenneco EHS Directives/Documentation requirements.

Education / Experience:

• 4 year Degree (or equivalent by experience) in a technical / electrical / electronic discipline.
• 10+ years of experience with an emphasis on safety program management / maintenance / design.
• Proficient in reading, understanding and designing diagrams in the area of electrical / electronic systems.
• Knowledge of hydraulics, pneumatic system.

Skills:

• Must have clear communication and writing skills in English. Proficiency in local languages preferred.
• Strong team‐building skills.
• Strong organizational skills including ability to manage large number of disparate projects and to track project through completion.
• Working knowledge of cross‐functional EHS disciplines.
• Understanding of manufacturing technologies and processes.
• Ability to demonstrate managerial courage (e.g., managing varied interests with potential conflicts).
• Ability to lead and support cross‐functional process improvement teams.
• Professional certification preferred (Certified Technician, Master in Machine Design or country equivalent).
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Travel:

• Ability to travel a minimum of 50% of the time with up to 75% travel to designated areas.

Physical Demands & Work Environment:

• Often required to sit and use their hands and finger, to handle or feel
• Occasionally required to stand, walk, reach with arms and hands, climb or balance and to stoop kneel, crouch or crawl
• Vision abilities required include close vision
• Occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts and vehicles
• The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet to moderate