Senior Manager, Environmental Health & Safety (EHS)

Senior Manager, Environmental Health & Safety (EHS)

Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc. When you join Caterpillar, you're joining 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 don't just 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.

Locations : East Peoria, IL (LL,SS) | 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, you'll be the strategic force behind Caterpillar's 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 Caterpillar's 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 : $156,000.00 - $234,000.00 Compensation and benefits offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, job level, market location, job-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