EHS Operations Lead - LATAM
Beschreibung
The INNIO Advantage
By combining a rich legacy in the power and gas compression space with pioneering technology, INNIO brings our customers affordable, reliable and sustainable energy solutions for today and tomorrow.
We are helping to meet today’s energy needs with 64 GW of installed capacity and more than 50,000 of our powerful Jenbacher and Waukesha engines, which can be found in more than 100 countries. And, by harnessing our history of energy industry firsts along with the power of digital innovation, we will continue to deliver for the future.
By combining a rich legacy in the power and gas compression space with pioneering technology, INNIO brings our customers affordable, reliable and sustainable energy solutions for today and tomorrow.
We are helping to meet today’s energy needs with 64 GW of installed capacity and more than 50,000 of our powerful Jenbacher and Waukesha engines, which can be found in more than 100 countries. And, by harnessing our history of energy industry firsts along with the power of digital innovation, we will continue to deliver for the future.
Role:
The purpose of this role is to ensure robust Environment, Health, and Safety (EHS) management across LATAM, with a focus on regulatory compliance, risk reduction, and operational excellence for all countries, highlighting Brazil, Peru, and Mexico. The role supports the development and implementation of EHS programs, drives continuous improvement and sustainability initiatives, and ensures alignment with international standards (ISO 45001, ISO 14001, ISO 9001). By providing administrative support, promoting a proactive safety culture, and collaborating with management and service teams, this position enhances operational efficiency, supports achievement of key performance indicators (KPIs), and safeguards the well-being of all employees and stakeholders.
The purpose of this role is to ensure robust Environment, Health, and Safety (EHS) management across LATAM, with a focus on regulatory compliance, risk reduction, and operational excellence for all countries, highlighting Brazil, Peru, and Mexico. The role supports the development and implementation of EHS programs, drives continuous improvement and sustainability initiatives, and ensures alignment with international standards (ISO 45001, ISO 14001, ISO 9001). By providing administrative support, promoting a proactive safety culture, and collaborating with management and service teams, this position enhances operational efficiency, supports achievement of key performance indicators (KPIs), and safeguards the well-being of all employees and stakeholders.
Essential Responsibilities:
• Oversee Environment, Health, and Safety (EHS) compliance and initiatives across LATAM, focusing on Brazil (NR 1–38), Peru (Ley N° 29783), and Mexico (NOM-STPS), in line with ISO 45001 (Occupational Health & Safety), ISO 14001 (Environmental Management), and ISO 9001 (Quality Management).
• Develop, implement, and update safety, health, and environmental programs, including Electronic Social Security System, Individual Protective Equipment (IPI), Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), and required documentation (PPP – Social Security Professional Profile, AST – Work Safety Analysis, APR – Preliminary Risk Analysis, CAT – Work Accident Communication, ASO – Occupational Health Certificate).
• Provide administrative support to management and service areas.
• Conduct risk assessments, hazard identification, and incident investigations, ensuring corrective actions and compliance.
• Lead emergency response planning, regulatory monitoring, and maintain permits, licenses, and documentation.
• Inform and train personnel on safe practices, deliver Daily Safety Dialogue (DDS), Safety, Health, and Environment (SSMA) lectures, and EHS trainings, including new hire orientation and medical checks.
• Manage environmental licensing, Fire Department Inspection Certificate (AVCB), audits, waste disposal, and documentation uploads.
• Promote a proactive safety culture, continuous improvement (Lean, Six Sigma), and Health and Safety Committee participation.
• Oversee EHS compliance for contractors and suppliers, and lead sustainability initiatives (waste, energy, water, carbon footprint).
• Provide recommendations for operational improvement, support achievement of service key performance indicators (KPIs), and work with the services team to enhance operational efficiency.
• Track and report EHS data and KPIs, and support health and wellness programs.
• Communicate EHS policies and performance to stakeholders, and support cost optimization and team integration, including language development (English and Spanish).
• Perform related other duties as assigned.
Position Requirements:
- EHS management experience in industrial or service sectors, ideally across LATAM.
- Very good knowledge of EHS regulations in LATAM countries with emphasis on Brazil, Peru, and Mexico, and ISO 45001, ISO 14001, ISO 9001 standards.
- Proven skills in risk assessment, incident investigation, and regulatory compliance.
- Experience delivering EHS training and managing audits, licensing, and documentation.
- Leadership in emergency response, sustainability, and process improvement initiatives.
- Ability to work with KPIs, support management teams, and communicate effectively in English and Spanish.
- Experience collaborating with contractors, suppliers, and cross-functional teams.
- Willingness to travel short periods, up to 25%, when necessary.
- LATAM EHS regulations, with emphasis on Brazil, Peru, and Mexico.
- ISO 45001, ISO 14001, and ISO 9001 standards.
- Risk assessment and incident investigation.
- Emergency response and environmental licensing.
- EHS documentation and compliance.
- Sustainability and KPI tracking.
- EHS training and communication.
- Must reside in or near Campinas, São Paulo and work from the Jenbacher office
Languages:
Native Portuguese, fluent English and Spanish language required