Wind EHS Chief of Staff
Job Description
Summary Strategic execution partner and trusted advisor to the Wind EHS Leader, responsible for shaping and executing the EHS agenda through a Lean lens. This role will lead the transformation of our EHS operating system, driving organizational discipline, strategic alignment, and continuous improvement across our global portfolio. By leveraging Lean Management Systems and Hoshin Kanri, this position will move EHS from reactive to proactive, ensuring safety and operational excellence are integrated into the core of how we run our business. Act as a leader and backup to the Wind EHS Leader, stepping in to drive decisions, maintain momentum, and represent the function when needed. This role will structure and accelerate delivery of key initiatives including high-risk operation assessments, digital program management, and the “One Wind” EHS integration. Lead the cross functional Safety Governance Council to align on and drive an EHS management system to drive continuous improvement in EHS across the Wind organization. This is a highly visible role with broad influence across the Wind business, ideal for someone who can translate strategy into action, drive alignment across complex organizations, and lead transformational change. This position offers a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the safety culture, operational discipline, and long-term success of a dynamic and evolving business. The successful candidate will be a strong change agent, program leader, and communicator who can bring structure to complexity and energize teams around a shared vision.
Job Description
Key Responsibilities Strategic Leadership & Governance - Design and Implement a Lean Management System, including Hoshin-Kanri, daily management, and visual metrics, to ensure EHS priorities are embedded in the daily fabric of the business. - Establish Operating Cadence: Partner with functional leaders to optimize monthly/quarterly operating rhythms. Use Lean principles to ensure proactive identification of risks to KPIs and business outcomes. - Drive Standard Work: Lead the development, execution, and sustainment of standard work across EHS processes to ensure repeat