Senior Manager, Environmental Health & Safety (EHS)

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Job Description:

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When you join Caterpillar yourejoining a global team who cares not just about the work we do but also about each other. We are the makers problem solvers and future world builders who are creating stronger more sustainable communities. We dontjust talk about progress and innovation here we make it happen with our customers where we work and live. Together we are building a better world so we can all enjoy living in it.

Senior Manager Environmental Health & Safety (EHS)

Locations: East Peoria IL (LLSS) Mossville IL (AC) Denison TX South Milwaukee WI Decatur IL
Global Scope: Supports operations in the US UK Thailand Indonesia India and Australia
Relocation Assistance: Offered
Travel: Up to 50% (Domestic & International)
Visa Sponsorship: Not Available
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Level: Senior Manager
Function: Environmental Health & Safety / Sustainability / Risk Management
Industry: Manufacturing / Industrial Operations

Job Summary

Are you ready to lead EHS transformation across a global footprint As a Senior Manager EHS youll be the strategic force behind Caterpillars safety culture sustainability roadmap and risk mitigation efforts. This high-impact role drives enterprise-wide change embeds Human & Organizational Performance (HOP) principles and leads Serious Injury & Fatality (SIF) prevention strategies across multiple facilities and countries.

What You Will Do

• Serve as the division EHS process owner driving strategy implementation and integration across global sites.
• Lead change initiatives to mitigate environmental risks and enhance employee safety across US UK Thailand Indonesia and India.
• Champion Caterpillars Sustainable Development roadmap at the division level.
• Embed HOP principles and SIF prevention into operational practices and leadership behaviors.
• Promote a culture of continuous improvement compliance accountability and proactive risk management.
• Represent the division in enterprise EHS forums and cross-functional initiatives.
• Monitor and report division EHS performance metrics to senior leadership to drive data-informed decisions.
• Guide EHS audits training and compliance programs aligned with OSHA EPA and global regulatory frameworks.

Required Skills & Experience

• Strategic Thinking: Ability to interpret data build alliances and position the organization for long-term success.
• Communicating for Impact: Skilled in translating complex information and coaching others in effective communication.
• Managing Change: Experience in planning and executing change initiatives with measurable outcomes.
• Sustainability: Knowledge of sustainability strategy and integration into business operations.
• Leadership: Proven ability to motivate teams and apply leadership theories to drive performance.
• EHS Policy Compliance: Deep understanding of EHS policies and ability to embed them into organizational strategy.
• Global Collaboration: Experience working across cultures and geographies to implement consistent EHS standards.

Preferred Qualifications

• Extensive experience leading EHS programs in a heavy manufacturing or industrial setting.
• Proven success implementing SIF prevention and HOP frameworks.
• Experience developing and executing strategies for continuous improvement in all aspects of EHS.
• Deep knowledge of OSHA EPA and international regulatory frameworks.
• Degree in EHS Sustainability or related field.

Summary Pay Range:

Compensation and benefits offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors job level market locationjob-related knowledge skills individual performance and experience. Please note that salary is only one component of total compensation at Caterpillar.

Benefits:

Subject to plan eligibility terms and guidelines. This is a summary list of benefits.

• Medical dental and vision benefits*

• Paid time off plan (Vacation Holidays Volunteer etc.)*

• 401(k) savings plans*

• Health Savings Account (HSA)*

• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)*

• Health Lifestyle Programs*

• Employee Assistance Program*

• Voluntary Benefits and Employee Discounts*

• Career Development*

• Incentive bonus*

• Disability benefits

• Life Insurance

• Parental leave

• Adoption benefits

• Tuition Reimbursement

* These benefits also apply to part-time employees

Posting Dates:

Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen.

Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer Including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities. Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply.

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