Norsk Hydro

HSE Manager

Norsk Hydro
Posted 10/20/2026full-timeYankton • South Dakota • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite
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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in designing and executing safety programs, ensuring compliance with OSHA regulations and environmental standards. Proficient in risk assessment, incident management, and training development to foster a culture of safety within the organization.

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Bachelor's Degree In Occupational Health And Safety Management5 Years Of Experience In Health, Safety, And Environmental ManagementKnowledge Of OSHA RegulationsCSP CertificationProficiency In MS Office

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Design and execute comprehensive safety programs, policies, and procedures
  • Maintain a safe and compliant work environment and foster a culture of safety and environmental stewardship
  • Perform risk assessments and ensure accurate HSE documentation
  • Report directly to the Plant Manager and act as a strategic partner to the team
  • Develop and implement plant-wide safety programs and communicate them across all staff levels
  • Notify management of significant safety concerns and collaborate on solutions
  • Ensure thorough accident investigations and accurate reports for serious incidents
  • Manage and maintain environmental records for permits, operating conditions, sampling, and regulatory compliance
  • Keep the plant incident management system updated
  • Maintain safety records, including training logs, evacuation plans, and accident and incident documentation
  • Identify hazardous conditions and contribute to their resolution
  • Conduct and manage risk assessments
  • Perform regular environmental health and safety inspections
  • Support managers and supervisors with corrective actions
  • Develop and deliver training aligned with occupational health and safety laws, OSHA regulations, environmental requirements, and internal standards
  • Co-chair Joint Health and Safety Committee meetings
  • Oversee the safe return-to-work program
  • Perform other duties as required

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • Bachelor's degree in Occupational Health and Safety Management, Environmental Sciences, or a related field
  • Minimum of 5 years of experience in health, safety, and environmental management in an industrial environment
  • Practical knowledge of ISO 18001 and ISO 14001 certification, Intellect operating system, document control, environmental regulations, and reporting
  • Familiarity with environmental (EPA) regulations, including record-keeping requirements, is a major asset
  • Strong expertise in managing occupational injury cases
  • Understanding of, and experience with, the Workers Compensation process
  • Knowledge of workplace safety and OSHA regulations
  • Experience implementing lockout/tagout, fall protection, confined space, hazard communication, mobile equipment, and machine guarding programs
  • Ability to speak English; Spanish is a plus
  • CSP certification is an asset
  • Strong communication, decision-making, problem-solving, collaboration, teamwork, influence and persuasion, strategic thinking, and emotional intelligence skills
  • Willingness to travel 2–3 times a year
  • Proficiency in MS Office, Excel, Word, and Access
  • Experience with Behavioral-Based Safety (BBS) programs is an asset
  • Lean/Continuous Improvement/Six Sigma training or certification is an asset
  • 5S training or certification is an asset

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • Medical, Rx, Dental, Disability, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Retirement Savings Plans with Company Match/Contributions
  • Education Assistance
  • Bonus Plan Eligibility
  • Parental Leave
  • Equal Opportunity Employer
  • Job-related assessments reviewed alongside experience, qualifications, and interviews
  • Application accommodation support

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Hard Skills
Risk AssessmentAccident InvestigationEnvironmental ComplianceSafety Program DevelopmentLockout/Tagout ImplementationFall Protection ProgramsBehavioral-Based Safety (BBS)Document ControlTraining DevelopmentIncident Management
Soft Skills
Strong CommunicationDecision-MakingProblem-SolvingCollaborationStrategic Thinking
Tools & Technologies
Intellect Operating SystemMS OfficeExcelWordAccess
Certifications & Qualifications
CSP CertificationLean/Continuous Improvement/Six Sigma Certification5S Training Certification
Industry Keywords
ISO 18001ISO 14001EPA RegulationsOccupational Health And Safety LawsWorkers Compensation Process