Director, Compliance - Safety & Environmental (Houston)

Description

The Director, Compliance - Safety & Environmental is responsible for developing, implementing, and overseeing comprehensive environmental and safety management systems across the organization. This role ensures that the company adheres to all applicable federal, state, and local environmental and safety regulations, as well as industry best practices. The director works closely with operational teams, regulatory agencies, contractors, and corporate leadership to drive sustainability initiatives, reduce environmental and safety risks in transportation, warehousing, and supply chain operations, and ensure readiness for customer and internal audits. The role also oversees contractor management programs and leads ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) reporting.

Summary of Essential Job Functions

Regulatory Compliance & Risk Management

• Develop, implement, and oversee safety management and environmental compliance systems, policies, procedures, and programs to ensure adherence to applicable laws and regulations (e.g., EPA, DOT, OSHA, state environmental agencies).
• Monitor and ensure compliance with environmental and safety regulations related to hazardous materials, emissions, waste management, water quality, and sustainability practices.
• Lead environmental and safety risk assessments and audits across facilities and operations, identifying areas for improvement and implementing corrective actions.
• Oversee preparation and execution of customer audits, ensuring all compliance documentation and systems are audit-ready and meet client expectations.
• Manage the internal audit program for environmental and safety compliance, including scheduling, conducting audits, reporting findings, and driving corrective actions.
• Oversee contractor management programs to ensure third-party compliance with company policies, regulatory requirements, and safety / environmental standards.
• Serve as the primary liaison with regulatory agencies, stakeholders, contractors, and customers, ensuring timely reporting and resolution of environmental and safety issues.
• Review and evaluate load materials to advise management on environmental hazards, necessary precautions, preventative measures, and required permits.
• Act as the key contact for environmental investigations, remediation efforts, and customer / internal audit responses, ensuring proper documentation, response, and corrective actions.

Training & Leadership

Data & Performance Management

Competencies

Morality & Integrity

Accountability & Ownership

Team Management

Execution

Influence

Connection & Belonging

Business Acumen

Business Judgment

Strategic Thinker

Problem Solver

Requirements

Required Skills and Qualifications

Disclaimer

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.