Assistant Director, SHE(Safety, Health, Environmental)

In this role, you will manage environmental programs and permits (e.g., RCRA, CAA, DOT), set leading safety metrics, build and deliver site-wide training, lead audits and corrective actions, and coordinate emergency preparedness. You’ll recruit, develop, and inspire a small team, influence cross-functional partners, and represent AZ on SHE matters with regulators and corporate stakeholders—advancing a culture of no hurt, harm, or alarm while enabling reliable, compliant supply of life-changing medicines.

Key Accountabilities:
• Develop and track leading safety metrics to proactively identify potential safety improvements
prior to incident occurrence.
• Design, implement, and manage comprehensive SHE training programs for all personnel,
including orientation sessions for new hires.
• Ensure full compliance with regulatory requirements and AZ SHE standards by providing direct
support to facility staff on relevant policies, procedures, work instructions, and training
initiatives.
• Manage all environmental programs related to air, water, and waste; oversee the acquisition and
maintenance of required regulatory permits and licenses (e.g., RCRA, CAA, DEP, DOT, DNREC).
• Supervise site SHE audits and ensure timely completion of corrective actions according to
established deadlines.
• Lead and coordinate emergency response functions, including strategy development, evacuation
drills, and other preparedness measures.
• Organize, lead, and participate in employee engagement activities supporting the SHE program,
such as safety committees, accident investigation teams, and inspection/audit groups.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Science, Business, or related field (or equivalent combination of education and experience); 10+ years of relevant SHE experience

• Proven leadership of SHE programs in complex industrial settings, including machinery/equipment risk assessments and implementation of effective controls

• Resilient crisis management skills; able to lead through adverse events

• Excellent written and verbal communication, strong presentation capability, and attentive listening across all levels

• Sound judgment on escalation and stakeholder communication; track record of regulatory and corporate standards compliance, audits, and corrective actions

• Experience designing and delivering SHE training for diverse site populations

Desirable Qualifications

• Pharmaceutical and/or GMP manufacturing experience

• Advanced degree and/or professional certifications (e.g., PE, REA, CHMM) or accredited certificate programs; 10 years total experience with 5+ in pharma

• Experience presenting to regulators, senior leaders, and audit committees

• Familiarity with air, water, and waste program management and permitting

• Proficiency with digital EHS tools and data (e.g., Enablon, Velocity EHS, IH databases, Power BI/Tableau)

• Experience leading culture change and employee engagement (safety committees, investigations, audits)

At AstraZeneca, you’ll shape a values-led culture that puts people, patients, and the planet first—turning bold science into real-world impact while growing your career with world‑class learning, wellbeing support, and inclusive teams. In Safety, Health & Environment, your expertise becomes a force multiplier: you protect colleagues, elevate operational excellence, and drive sustainability at scale so lifesaving medicines reach patients safely and responsibly.

Date Posted

18-Mar-2026

Closing Date

31-Mar-2026

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