DIRECTOR EH & S - Industrial Solutions

Company Overview:

TE Connectivity Ltd., is a $16 billion global technology and manufacturing leader creating a safer, sustainable, productive, and connected future. For more than 75 years, our connectivity and sensor solutions, proven in the harshest environments, have enabled advancements in transportation, industrial applications, medical technology, energy, data communications, and the home. With 80,000 employees, including more than 8,000 engineers, working alongside customers in approximately 140 countries, TE ensures that EVERY CONNECTION COUNTS. TE Connectivity is an independent publicly traded company whose common stock is listed on the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker symbol “TEL.”  www.te.com.

Job Overview

TE Connectivity's Industrial solutions business segment is a renowned global leader in providing connectivity products for various markets. Our business caters to a wide range of industries, including Factory Automation, Building Automation, Rail, Machinery, Medical, Energy and various other end-markets. We effectively serve our customers through both direct sales and a robust distribution channel, reaching over 100,000 customers worldwide. With a revenue exceeding $10 billion, we have established a significant presence in key markets across the globe. Our success can be attributed to our extensive product portfolio and the trust placed in us by numerous reputable brands. As a result, we proudly rank among the top leaders in our industry.

TE Connectivity's Environmental Health & Safety Teams ensure and monitor safety in the workplace. This includes the application and communication of health, safety and hazardous material standards, procedures and practices consistent with TE, environmental and government regulations.

The Role:

The industrial solutions business segment is organized into four global business units, each led by a General Manager. These units are structured for speed and scalability, with decision-making authority, accountability for results, and empowerment to succeed in their respective product markets and drive profitable growth. In this role, the successful candidate will be expected to support and influence multiple operations organizations of more than 25,000 employees. Their focus will be on developing and implementing processes that deliver short-term results while simultaneously enhancing the long-term EHS capabilities and talent of TE to achieve success. Additionally, the leader will play a pivotal role in integrating acquisitions into TE EHS framework.

The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in product manufacturing derived of core processes such as plating, metal stampings, plastic injection moulding and machining. They should have a global mindset, exceptional business acumen, leadership experience, and a hands-on approach to safety. This role offers opportunities for personal and career growth, as the company is actively seeking to strengthen its talent pool for succession planning towards the position of Global Sr. Director EHS for the Industrial Segment.

This global EHS leader will be a vital part of the organization’s senior leadership team, overseeing technical and process safety across all business units. They will be responsible for: 

• Establishing a clear vision and strategy for process development and progress as it relates to machine/factory safety and functional safety.
• Establish and drive a continuous improvement culture throughout the business.
• Setting clear goals and KPI’s and influencing operations ownership and compliance with EHS technical issues.
• Supporting the design and sustainment of the EHS management system for the segment.
• Ensuring compliance with both relevant environmental regulations and safety standards. Transparently reporting EHS performance and achievements with respect to technical/process issues.
• Provide the BU/Site ME and others with training and tools to ensure management of change incorporates validation of machine control reliability.

Year 1 success factors 

• Gain a comprehensive understanding of the business strategy of the unit and how EHS contribute to its successful execution.
• Collaborate with Operations and functional business owners to refresh the 3-year operations strategy and business plan to achieve zero incidents workplace.
• Provide support and monitoring for the achievement of key performance indicators (KPIs) such as TRIR, safety audit, SCOPE 3, amongst others.
• Ensure the timely and within-budget execution of major projects, including manufacturing ramp-ups, capital programs, automation initiatives, and footprint migration projects within the business unit.
• Develop and contribute to talent assessment, talent development plans, and succession plans for the EHS and sustainability teams within the business unit.
   

Candidate Profile:

The ideal candidate is a visionary problem solver who brings innovative approaches to challenges, transforming the business. They have a track record of implementing leading-edge performance standards and driving excellence. They instil a proactive and efficient culture, leading by example. Should be action-oriented, driven to win, and capable of implementing initiatives that improve operations safety and have a tangible impact on the business. The candidate should be an inspirational executive who empowers and holds their team accountable, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.

• Must Have: experienced EHS and Sustainability leader with more than 10 years of experience. 
• Must Have: extensive knowledge and expertise in influencing safety across complex manufacturing operations in global settings, and familiar with American public companies as well as privately held companies. 
• Must Have: direct experience in overseeing large global manufacturing operations with a variety of core processes such as stampings, plating, machining, assembly, or plastic injection moulding, with a track record of success.
• A hands-on and accountable leader, who can align the organization towards critical actions that drive excellent customer results and financial performance. 

Executing for Results 

A bachelor's degree in business or engineering is required, and an advanced degree related to Environmental Health or Safety would be highly advantageous. The following specific requirements further define the desired qualifications:

• Knowledgeable on ISO 140001, ISO 50001 and ISO 45001
• Excellent communications and presentation skills
• Adequate project management skills with solid problem-solving background.
• Well organized, analytical, self-starter with a strong attention to detail. 

Competencies