Manager HSE

Job Title

Manager HSE

About Canoo

Canoos mission is to bring EVs to Everyone and build a worldclass teamtodeploy this sustainable mobility revolution.We have developed breakthrough electric vehicles that are reinventing the automotive landscape with pioneering technologies awardwinning designs and a unique business model that spans all owners in the full lifecycle of the vehicle. Canoo is starting production and is distinguished by its pioneering and experienced team of technologists engineers and designers. With offices around the country the company is scaling quickly and seeking candidates who love to challenge themselves are motivated by purpose and possess a strong desire to get things done.

The Canoo Way

Canoos success is the direct result of our disciplined application of our core operating principles and drills which are based on three main principles: Think 80/20 (Important versus less important) Act 30/30 (Reduce waste and increase output) and Live 90/10 (We have each others back). We hire based on MET Mindset Equipment and willingness to Train and seek individuals that take accountability and deliver results being Humble Hungry to succeed and Hunting for opportunities to win. We train our team to engage with each other by modulating between their intellect (iQ) and emotional intelligence (eQ) applying Facts Finesse and Force when they communicate. The principles and drills of the CANOO Way have been fundamental to our success our ability to grow continuously improve innovate and are at the core of our daytoday operations.

Job Purpose

The Manager of HSE will ensure compliance within Canoos OKC Manufacturing facility and across the company for Health Safety and Environmental topics. This individual will collaborate with various departments to assess risks provide training and implement proactive measures to enhance the overall health and safety culture within the organization.

Responsibilities 80s of the Position)

• Coordinate and collaborate with senior leaders to create and inspire a safety culture based on HSE safety system focused on continuous improvement across the organization.
• Monitor HSE related legislation and trends to understand potential impact to the business.
• Support development and of the HSE strategy standards policies and detailed
• Monitor and report environmental and emissions data to satisfy emissions reduction efforts
• Ensure compliance with HSE regulations across all Canoo sites.
• Identify and implement emissions reduction initiatives.
• Manage and develop the HSE staff by providing challenging assignments achievable and motivational development plans and candid feedback to help employees achieve career goals.
• Document metrics and analysis of HSE statistics.
• Evaluate Incidents and trends and establish programs for improvement based on lessons
• Provide updates on HSE performance to company leaders.
• Remain current on appropriate benchmarking methods and industry best practices.
• Provide guidance to Team Leads on departmental priorities and ensure progress vs. metrics.
• Develop and maintain positive team member relations centered on mutual trust dignity respect fairness consistency twoway communication teamwork and harmony.
• Be proactive in predicting abnormalities and finding innovative solutions to correct.
• Work with internal teams to increase customer satisfaction by improving the quality of the products.

Required Experience

• OSHA Certification
• Bachelors degree in Health & Safety Environmental Science Engineering or a related field (preferred)
• Minimum 10 years related work experience
• Experience with and detailed knowledge of automotive development manufacturing and operations
• Strong knowledge ESG trends
• Strong knowledge of applicable regulations and standards related to HSE (OSHA DOT PHSMA EPA ISO NEBOSH HazMat)
• Strong knowledge of Life Safety Code
• Ability to establish strong relationships with key stakeholders.
• Highly selfmotivated with strong leadership organizational interpersonal and communication skills including strong writing skills.
• Ability to effectively work within multidisciplinary team.
• Able to think both strategically and tactically with ability to solve problems.
• Strong business acumen with ability to proactively identify and test new ideas and innovations for potential application on company assets.
• Ability to create an environment that inspires others to achieve goals and perform at their highest level possible
• Must be a selfstarter and identify issues and initiate resolution on own initiative.

PreferredExperience

• 5 years HSE experience
• Manufacturing ergonomics training

Travel Requirements

Up to 20 travel required.

Physical Requirements for Physical Positions

While performing the duties of this job employees may be required to sit for prolonged periods of time occasionally bending or stooping lifting up to 10 pounds and prolonged periods of computer use. Long walks to assess and audit facilities are required. On site presence at our offices is mandatory for this position.

Reasonable Accommodations

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

Whats Cool About Working Here...

• Meaningful challenging work that will redefine automotive landscape and make EVs available to everyone
• Comprehensive Health Insurance
• Equity Compensation
• Flexible Paid Time Off
• Casual workplace with an unbelievable feeling of energy

Canoo is an equal opportunityaffirmative action employer and considers all qualified applicants for employment based on business needs job requirements and individual qualifications without regard to race color religion sex age disability sexual orientation gender identity or expression marital status past or present military service or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with applicable federal state and local law.

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