Regional HSE Manager, Asia

Regional HSE Manager 

Responsibilities

Regional HSE Leadership & Strategy

• Develop, implement, and oversee health, safety, process safety, and environmental programs across the Asia region.

• Formulate and execute regional HSE strategies and plans aligned with global HSE objectives and local regulatory requirements.

• Serve as the responsible HSE representative for the Company, ensuring compliance with all local regulations and government reporting requirements.

• Act as the primary contact point with regulatory authorities.

Compliance & Culture

• Ensure the Company establishes and maintains state-of-the-art HSE standards, management systems, and practices for safety, environmental protection, and occupational health.

• Promote a strong HSE culture through effective communication, training programs, and behavioral safety initiatives.

• Work with local site teams and key business partners (e.g., tollers) to ensure full compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and the company policies.

Operational Oversight & Continuous Improvement

• Manage, coach, and mentor HSE teams and site personnel in Shanghai and across Asia to enhance HSE capabilities and performance.

• Oversee regional incident investigation processes, ensuring thorough root cause analysis and implementation of corrective and preventive actions.

• Conduct regular HSE visits and inspections of regional facilities, identifying areas for improvement.

• Drive continuous improvement by identifying and implementing best practices and innovative solutions.

• Monitor and report regional HSE performance against KPIs, identify trends, and implement proactive measures.

Training, Audit & Crisis Management

• Lead and support the development and delivery of HSE training programs for employees and contractors.

• Support the Corporate HSE Audit program by selecting and staffing audit teams with appropriate expertise.

• Serve as a key member of the Europe & Asia Crisis Team, available to receive and respond to crisis calls from sites.

• Provide HSE guidance during mergers and acquisitions to enable fact-based decisions and seamless post-merger integration.

• Oversee the structure and implementation of HSE & PSM-related IT software.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related technical field (Master’s degree preferred).

• Professional certifications such as CSP, CIH, or equivalent.

• Certified lead auditor for HSE-related ISO norms (preferred).

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in HSE roles within complex, multinational organizations.

• At least 2–5 years of experience in an HSE leadership role with regional responsibilities, preferably in the chemical or a related industry.

• Proven track record of successfully developing and implementing HSE strategies with measurable results.

• In-depth knowledge of international and Asian HSE regulations, standards, and best practices relevant to the chemical industry.

• Proficiency in HSE management software and data analysis tools.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English; proficiency in other Asian languages is an advantage.

• Strong leadership, coaching, and interpersonal skills with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.

• Demonstrated ability to solve complex HSE problems and make sound decisions.

• Strong analytical, risk assessment, and incident investigation skills.

• Proven ability to develop and deliver effective HSE training programs.

• Excellent organizational, program management, and time management skills.

• Flexibility and adaptability to work effectively across diverse cultural and regulatory environments.

• Stress resilience and the ability to make sound decisions under pressure, especially during crisis events or incident investigations.