[Remote] EHS Manager, SAE

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Johnson Controls is seeking an EHS Manager, SAE to foster a world-class Health and Safety culture across its manufacturing facilities. The role provides guidance, coaching, and mentorship while overseeing EHS policies, management systems, compliance, reporting, training, incident investigations, audits, and Workers Compensation activities.

Responsibilities

• Work with the Director and other Regional EHS Managers to establish corporate EHS policies, procedures, and best practices
• Implementation of the organization’s Environment, Health and Safety Management System(s)
• Participate in annual document reviews with the intent to improve upon existing corporate EHS policies, procedures, and best practices
• Track and maintain local EHS Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) including the publishing of such data for internal stakeholders
• Act as a positive change agent in supporting corporate EHS visions and new initiatives
• Manage, coach and mentor a team of local EHS Coaches to help implement the corporate EHS Management System(s) within their location of responsibility
• Track and advise local leadership on current and proposed changes to applicable federal, provincial/state, or municipal health, safety, and environment legislation to ensure compliance
• Manage Workers Compensation claims and accounts within region of responsibility to ensure local reporting requirements are met and claims are managed until closed
• Manage EHS tracking system within region of responsibility to ensure inputs and outputs are meeting the organizations requirements
• Provide to local leadership regular updates, reports, and suggestions for improvement on operational EHS issues
• Advise management and supervisors on regulatory requirements for the control of hazards
• Support the education and training of employees on health, safety, and environment practices
• Lead near-miss and incident investigations as per the organization’s incident management process
• Review hazard and incident reports and hazard reports to identify trends and opportunities that need improvement
• Perform or aid in the completion of external or internal environment, health and safety audits including the development of action plans
• Other tasks and duties as allocated

Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Safety Management, Occupational Safety, Environmental Engineering or Environmental Science
• Minimum of six (6) years of Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) experience in an industrial/manufacturing environment
• Experience in developing, managing, and auditing EHS management systems, including ISO 45001, 14001, COR Auditor certified
• Demonstrated knowledge of Workers Compensation and Return to Work programs
• Demonstrated leadership skills and abilities
• Strong presentation skills
• Strong knowledge in federal, provincial/state, or municipal health, safety, and environment legislation
• Excellent problem-solving abilities
• Proven interpersonal skills
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and written
• Comfortable with periodic travel that is required in this role
• CSP designation or qualified to obtain

Company Overview

• Johnson Controls provides thermal management solutions, mission-critical building systems, and automation infrastructure. It was founded in 1885, and is headquartered in Cork, Cork, IRL, with a workforce of 10001+ employees. Its website is http://www.johnsoncontrols.com.

Company H1B Sponsorship

• Johnson Controls has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 45 in 2026, 61 in 2025, 57 in 2024, 80 in 2023, 95 in 2022, 81 in 2021, 93 in 2020. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role.