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SHEQ and Sustainability Manager

SHEQ and Sustainability Manager

National Tank & EquipmentPasadena, TX, US
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
  • Permanent
Job description

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title : SHEQ and Sustainability Manager

Location : Houston

Reports to : Local General Manager

Business Area : Specialty Rental Division

Type : Full-time, Permanent

Purpose of the Role

As our new SHEQ and Sustainability Manager, you will lead the transformation of a recently acquired company into the Atlas Copco SHEQ and Sustainability Culture. This is a unique opportunity to build a strong foundation from the ground up, including implementing modern safety systems, developing a robust sustainability strategy and driving a culture of continuous improvement and accountability.

Key Responsibilities

1. Safety, Health, Environment & Quality (SHEQ)

  • Implement Atlas Copco’s Safety Culture and standards across all operations.
  • Lead change management efforts to embed proactive safety behaviors at all levels.
  • Deploy tools and systems for risk assessment, incident reporting and legal compliance.
  • Implement and maintain a certified Management System in line with ISO 45001, ISO 14001 and ISO 9001 standards.
  • Support the development of local procedures aligned with Group requirements.
  • Act as a role model for Visible Leadership in Safety.

2. Sustainability

  • Establish the first sustainability roadmap for the company, aligned with Group goals.
  • Lead the development of carbon footprint reporting and Science Based Targets metrics (starting from zero).
  • Engage key stakeholders to integrate sustainability into daily operations and long-term strategy.
  • Provide customer-facing teams with knowledgeable support on sustainability topics, offering relevant insights and clear messaging.

    • 3. Leadership & Culture

  • Act as a business partner to Operations, Services and Sales & Marketing teams.
  • Guide, coach and influence leaders to take ownership of SHEQ and Sustainability goals.
  • Foster a culture of accountability, inclusion and continuous improvement.
  • Represent the company in audits, internal forums and external sustainability networks.

    • Required Qualifications & Experience

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Environmental Sciences, Safety or related field.
  • Minimum 8 years of experience in SHEQ and / or Sustainability leadership roles.
  • Proven track record of implementing SHEQ programs and / or Sustainability reporting systems from scratch.
  • Experience in change management, preferably in the context of acquisitions or cultural integration.
  • Knowledge of US regulatory frameworks and environmental laws.

    • Skills & Competencies

  • Strong leadership and influencing skills across all levels of the organization.
  • Strategic thinking with hands-on execution capability.
  • Excellent communication, facilitation and stakeholder engagement skills.
  • Ability to navigate ambiguity and drive progress in new or transforming environments.
  • Passion for creating a safe, sustainable and inclusive workplace.

    • Why Join Us?

    This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of SHEQ and Sustainability in a newly integrated company, with strong backing from a global organization. You will join a culture that values safety, cares for people and is genuinely committed to making sustainability a key business driver.

    Atlas Copco is a multinational company with over 150 years of history, operating in more than 180 countries, and recognized as a global leader in industrial solutions.

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