Environmental, Health and Safety Manager – 1st Shift

GXO Logistics, Inc.

. Oversee occupational safety, environmental compliance, and sustainability initiatives at U.S.

Posted 9/19/2026full-timeUnited StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) program development and implementation, with a strong focus on sustainability initiatives and compliance with regulatory standards. Proven ability to lead and develop teams while effectively communicating with senior leadership to advance EHS policies.

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EHS Program DevelopmentRegulatory ComplianceSustainability InitiativesLeadership in EHSOccupational Health and Safety

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Hard Skills

Environmental ComplianceHealth and Safety ManagementKPI Monitoring and ReportingSafety AuditsPPE ManagementRisk AssessmentLean Manufacturing PrinciplesEHS Training DevelopmentData AnalysisRegulatory Knowledge

Soft Skills

Interpersonal CommunicationLeadership SkillsCustomer Service SkillsVerbal CommunicationWritten Communication

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft OfficeIntelex Risk Management System

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Occupational Health and Safety

Industry Keywords

Supply ChainLogisticsHazardous Waste RegulationsUniversal Waste RegulationsStormwater ManagementPermitting ComplianceEHS in WarehousingSustainability Performance

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Oversee occupational safety, environmental compliance, and sustainability initiatives at U.S. and Canada operation sites and production locations
Manage, plan, and implement regional environmental, health and safety programs and systems across multiple locations
Develop EHS programs and systems, monitor/trend/report KPIs, schedule and execute audits and inspections, embed best-in-class EHS practices, report ESG performance, and support 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 sustainability strategies and initiatives and monitor/report site sustainability performance
Communicate with and influence regional site senior leadership to advance EHS and sustainability policies and initiatives
Conduct EHS evaluations to assess risk, evaluate controls, and improve processes, 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 determine PPE modifications
Oversee PPE purchases and approve safety statements of work, work instructions, and forms
Conduct comprehensive safety audits for designated at-risk sites
Provide onsite and remote safety training for leadership and site management
Train site management teams on the Intelex Risk Management system
Support new site start-ups with 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 fundamental knowledge of 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
May be required to pass a pre-employment drug test after a conditional offer

Benefits

Comp & perks

Full health insurance (medical, dental and vision)
401(k)
Life insurance
Disability insurance
Equal Opportunity employer including Disabled/Veterans