Regional Environmental, Health & Safety Manager
Regional Environmental Health & Safety Manager - Eastern US The Regional EHS Manager serves as an EHS Business Partner to our Northeast & Southeast regions in the US and is responsible for driving a culture of safety, compliance, and environmental stewardship across multiple locations within the regions. This role provides leadership, technical expertise, and strategic direction to ensure all operations meet or exceed regulatory and company EHS standards. The Regional EHS Manager partners with operations, fleet, maintenance, and leadership teams to implement effective programs that protect employees, customers, and company assets. Location and Travel This is a remote position with up 75% travel primarily to our depots within our Northeast & Southeast regions. The position must be located in the US with the ideal candidate located in the Eastern or Central time zones.
Compensation
The base salary range for this position is $115,000 - $130,000 annually, plus a 15% bonus opportunity. Please note that the base salary will vary based on geographic location, market conditions, and the candidate's experience.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the implementation and continuous improvement of EHS programs, policies, and procedures across assigned locations.
- Conduct site audits, inspections, and risk assessments to ensure compliance with OSHA, EPA, DOT, and other applicable regulations.
- Partner with regional and local leadership to identify safety trends, develop corrective actions, and monitor performance metrics.
- Support incident investigations, root cause analysis, and the development of corrective and preventive actions.
- Deliver and coordinate EHS training, including new hire orientation, safety meetings, and specialized regulatory training.
- Oversee environmental programs including waste management, spill prevention, and sustainability initiatives.
- Manage EHS data reporting and ensure accurate tracking of key performance indicators (KPIs).
- Serve as a subject matter expert for regional leadership and field operations on EHS matters.
- Promote employee engagement and accountability for safety through proactive communication, coaching, and recognition.
- Collaborate with corporate EHS to align regional programs with company-wide strategy and compliance goals.
Minimum Qualifications
- Willingness to travel up to 75% within the regions
- 7+ years of progressive EHS experience, including multi-site or regional management.
- Strong knowledge of OSHA, EPA, and DOT regulations.
- Proven ability to lead, influence, and drive cultural change across diverse teams.
- Excellent communication, presentation, and analytical skills.
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in environmental science, Safety, Engineering, or related field.
- Professional certifications such as CSP, CHMM, or CIH
Core Competencies
- Strategic and hands-on leadership
- Risk assessment and mitigation
- Regulatory compliance and reporting
- Training and communication
- Data-driven decision making
- Continuous improvement mindset
Culture & Benefits Our employees are the foundation of our success and we take care of them! Our include professional development, competitive health care coverage, incentives and a healthy work and life balance. We’ve cultivated an award-winning workplace for driven team members who enjoy a fast pace and rapid growth balanced by a flexible and supportive environment. We’ve earned recognition as a “Best Place to Work,” by the Minneapolis/St. Paul Business Journal along with The Minnesota Work Life Champions Award while consistently earning a spot on Minnesota’s Fastest Growing Companies list. In addition, we’ve earned numerous awards from our customer base who consider Restaurant Technologies a valued strategic partner. Apply To This Job