EHS Manager – 1st Shift

GXO Logistics, Inc.

. Manage, plan, and implement regional environmental, health, and safety programs and systems across multiple locations .

Posted 11/3/2026full-timeVirginia • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $114,400 - $143,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing environmental, health, and safety programs, with a strong focus on compliance, sustainability initiatives, and risk assessment. Proven ability to lead and develop EHS professionals while effectively communicating with senior leadership and ensuring adherence to regulatory standards.

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Environmental Health And Safety ManagementRegulatory ComplianceEHS Program DevelopmentLeadership And CoachingSustainability Initiatives

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Hard Skills

EHS Program DevelopmentKPI MonitoringRisk AssessmentSafety AuditsPPE ManagementOccupational Health And SafetyLean Manufacturing PrinciplesData AnalysisEnvironmental Performance ReportingTraining Development

Soft Skills

Interpersonal CommunicationLeadership SkillsCustomer Service SkillsConsensus BuildingVerbal And Written Communication

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft OfficeIntelex Risk Management System

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree In Occupational Health And Safety

Industry Keywords

Supply Chain And LogisticsHazardous Waste RegulationsUniversal Waste RegulationsStormwater CompliancePermitting ComplianceWarehousing EnvironmentSustainability ReportingEnvironmental PerformanceSafety TrainingEHS Best Practices

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage, plan, and implement regional environmental, health, and safety programs and systems across multiple locations
Develop and oversee EHS programs and systems, KPI monitoring, trending, reporting, audits, and inspections
Embed best-in-class EHS practices and support ESG performance reporting and emissions reduction initiatives
Lead, coach, and develop Site and Zone EHS professionals
Ensure processes, documentation, and training for handling, storage, and transportation of dangerous goods are accurate and current
Implement regional sustainability strategies and initiatives
Monitor and report site sustainability performance and progress
Communicate with and build consensus among site senior leadership
Conduct EHS evaluations to assess risk and improve controls, training, visual tools, and equipment
Review, analyze, develop, and communicate occupational health and safety programs and solutions
Generate and maintain reports; analyze injury trends and PPE needs
Oversee PPE purchases and approve safety statements of work, work instructions, and forms
Conduct comprehensive safety audits for at-risk sites
Deliver onsite and remote safety training
Provide training on the Intelex Risk Management system
Support new-site start-ups and required safety training curricula
Support environmental performance and reporting for air, waste, and water permitting compliance
Develop EHS professionals as domain experts and leaders
Use expertise, data, and reporting to solve problems, validate compliance, improve performance, and implement sustainable solutions

Requirements

What you’ll need

5-7 years of environmental, health and safety experience
At least 3 years in a supervisory role
Knowledge of the principles and practices of the supply chain and logistics industry
Knowledge of industry-related state and federal rules and regulations for hazardous and universal waste, stormwater, and permitting and compliance assurance
Experience with Microsoft Office
Basics of lean manufacturing
Experience working with regulatory partners
Bachelor’s degree in occupational health and safety or a related field (preferred)
Passion for sustainability and/or workplace safety
Knowledge of EHS in a warehousing/distribution environment
Availability to travel up to 50% of the time
Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
Solid leadership and customer service skills
Applicants receiving a conditional offer may be required to take and pass a pre-employment drug test

Benefits

Comp & perks

Paid time off
Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
401(k)
Life insurance
Disability insurance
Other benefits for eligible employees
Comprehensive benefits package
Potential pre-employment drug test after a conditional offer