EH&S Program Manager - Behavioral Safety

James Hardie Building Products Inc. is the North American leader in fiber cement home siding and exterior design solutions. Hardie® products offer long lasting beauty and endless design possibilities with trusted protection and low maintenance. The company pioneered modern fiber cement building products and continues to invest in innovation to transform the industry. James Hardie is a high-performance organization, with an unwavering commitment to Zero Harm. The company proudly employs a diverse workforce of over 3,000 employees across operations in North America.

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At James Hardie we will not compromise the safety of our people - Zero Harm is core to everything we do. There is no task so important in our business that it overrides the need to work safely. We believe in no injuries to anyone, anytime. Any individual joining our business must be passionate about being a zero-harm leader and commit to our zero-harm goals.

The EHS Program Manager will work with the Director, Global Health & Safety and Regional EHS Managers to scope and deliver EHS Programs globally in support of the EHS strategy.  Travel is required for the role to support EHS program implementations throughout the plant network (up to 50% initially, then quarterly expectations).  Must live near one of our plant locations or Chicago.  The EHS Program Manager has no direct reports; however, does provide guidance and leadership of the execution and rollout of EHS strategies.

What You’ll Do:

• Provide technical assistance on EHS-related continuous improvement Programs aligned with the EHS strategic program development and implementation
• Benchmark program opportunities inline with EHS strategic plan priorities
• Assess regulatory compliance across various safety programs and environmental media.
• Support the design and implementation of the EHS management systems and programs for regions
• Conduct training, field coaching, and assessment for EHS performance improvement Programs
• Manage multiple Programs within scope/budget/schedule expectations and ensure quality standards on project deliverables
• Support regions to effectively manage and deliver Programs

Zero Harm

• Report any incidents, hazards, near misses or “at-risk” behaviors
• Take ownership through participating in health and safety initiatives/activities and training
• Acting as a safety leader at all times and ensuring yourself and others perform their work safely
• Responding to any hazard or incident that is raised with you and providing or seeking the support required to respond to the identified workplace issue

What You’ll Bring:  

• Bachelor’s Degree preferred in Environmental Health and Safety, safety science, environmental science, or other closely related degree from an accredited college/university.
• Five - seven years of Environmental, Health & Safety experience, preferably with program assessments and implementations for multiple plants or region.
• Must live near one of our plant locations or Chicago.
• Professional certification required (Certified Safety Professional, Associate Safety Professional, and/or Certified Industrial Hygienist (or equivalent certification in country or jurisdiction) or eligible for certification.
• Strong knowledge of Federal, State, and Local EH&S related regulations.
• Computer proficiency ability, Microsoft Office preferred.
• Sound knowledge of relevant OSHA, AUS, GPSR regulations and ISO requirements
• Experience working within an EHS environment (utilising an EHS Management System, technology, and tools)

• Exceptional organization and analytical skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills that enable effective interaction/communication with management at many levels.
• Effective leadership abilities.
• Comfortable presenting and training in large and small groups (training/presentation, communication with site management).
• Excellent influencing skills.
• Good technical writing skills.

What You’ll Receive:

At James Hardie, we recognize that our success depends on our people. We've worked hard to build a generous and competitive benefits program that demonstrates our commitment to our employees. 

As of the date of this posting, a good faith estimate of the current pay scale for this position is $105k to $120k.  Placement in the range depends on several factors such as experience, skills, geography and internal equity and may change over time. This position qualifies for benefits and you will be eligible to participate in a bonus plan.

Benefits available include:

• Comprehensive low-cost co-pay medical insurance; as well as vision insurance benefits for every 30+ hour full-time employee. Insurance starts on day one!
• Life insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance

• 401(k) Retirement plan that will match 100% of employees saved dollars up to the first 6% of your salary

• Paid Time Off
• 11 paid holidays per year, paid vacation including Jury Duty and bereavement leave
• Paid sick leave
• Wellness Program, Employee Assistance Program and Parental Leave
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee Stock Purchase Program
• Visit JH Benefits At A Glance 2025 to learn more about our benefits.

James Hardie will comply with any applicable state and local laws regarding employee leave benefits, including, but not limited to providing time off pursuant to the Colorado Healthy Families and Workplaces Act, in accordance with its plans and policies.

Applications are being accepted on an ongoing basis.

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James Hardie Building Products Inc. is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, gender, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, genetic information, veteran's status, marital status, pregnancy, disability, or any other basis protected by law.