Qualcomm · 1 week ago
Director, Global Head of EHS
San Diego, California, United States of America
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
$164K/yr - $246K/yr
11+ years expQualcomm is seeking an experienced and strategic Director, Global Head of EHS, to provide visionary leadership and strategic direction for our global environmental, health, and safety programs. This pivotal role is responsible for formulating and executing EHS policies and strategies that ensure regulatory compliance across all jurisdictions, protect our employees, communities, and reputation, and drive a culture of safety excellence and environmental stewardship.
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Responsibilities
Develop and implement global EHS and other (e.g. water) policies and strategies aligned with company goals and regulations, promoting a "Safety First" culture
Ensure adherence to global EHS regulations, manage risk assessments, and oversee incident investigations
Lead and develop a global EHS team
Act as the primary EHS liaison with regulatory bodies and internal stakeholders
Present to executive leadership on EHS matters
Implement and maintain robust EHS management systems
Use data and benchmarking to drive improvements in EHS performance
Monitor developments, trends, emerging issues, legislation, and regulations related to EHS, and best practice trends in the industry to ensure timely and effective communication to the organization and incorporate changes/updates to EHS programs
Ensure regulatory compliance and reporting with all current and evolving international (e.g. CSRD), national and local environmental laws, standards and regulations concerning pollution, waste, water, and health and safety management
Qualification
Required
In depth international experience in EHS strategic and tactical leadership
Experience with executive reporting
Exceptional strategic consulting skills balanced with a drive for execution, thinks with an enterprise-wide mindset. Demonstrates strong judgment in decision making and quickly gains trust. Able to consider the best solution/outcome for Qualcomm. Responds with agility in navigating complex business and organizational dynamics
Experience establishing metrics, analyzing data and developing dashboards and reporting
Broad experience managing efficient operations, including ensuring effective business processes and metrics-driven alignment to achieve goals. Excellent planning and prioritization skills with the ability to multitask and adapt in a dynamic environment
Highly effective team player and collaborator. Track record of partnering with and engaging others to realize change. Strong comfort leveraging expertise across functions and building local and global networks
Skilled at seeing opportunities from challenges. Track record of being resilient and adaptable in navigating organizational structures and influencing others to adopt new behaviors and approaches. Visible and dynamic champion for EHS
Bachelor's degree in environmental, health, safety or scientific or related engineering field
15+ years' experience in EHS, with demonstrated experience in managing global EHS programs in a company with international operations
10+ years in a leadership role with direct reports
10+ years' experience in accredited EHS management systems
Experience prioritizing and managing multiple and technical assignments concurrently
Analytical, problem-solver, and project management experience
Experience establishing and maintaining cross-functional working relationships
Broad communication skills and demonstrated experience in understanding business value drivers
Ability to travel, 25-30%, including international
Bachelor's degree and 11+ years of Environment Health & Safety related work experience
OR Associate's degree and 13+ years of Environment Health & Safety related work experience
OR High School Diploma or equivalent and 15+ years of Environment Health & Safety related work experience
*Completed advanced degrees in a relevant field may be substituted for up to two years (Master's = one year, Doctorate = two years) of work experience
Preferred
Master's degree in EHS related field
Internationally recognized accredited safety professional certification or credential
10+ years of experience working in a large organization
10+ years of work experience in a role requiring interaction with executive leadership (e.g., Vice President level and above)
Benefits
Competitive annual discretionary bonus program
Opportunity for annual RSU grants
Highly competitive benefits package designed to support your success at work, at home, and at play
Company
Qualcomm
Qualcomm designs wireless technologies and semiconductors that power connectivity, communication, and smart devices.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
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$3.5M1991-12-20IPO
1988-01-01Undisclosed· $3.5M
Leadership Team
Cristiano Amon
President & CEO
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Isaac Eteminan
CEO
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