Careers

Description:

The EHS Policy & Systems Development Lead is responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) policies and management systems that ensure regulatory compliance, risk reduction, and operational excellence across Trident Seafoods’ operations. This role serves as a subject matter expert in EHS governance frameworks and system integration, enabling consistent standards and continuous improvement across all business units. The position supports integration of safety and environmental programs within the EHS Management System and Safety Management System but does not directly own specialized programs such as Process Safety Management.  

Essential Functions: 

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.  

• Develop and maintain EHS policies and standards that meet or exceed regulatory requirements and align with corporate objectives. 
• Monitor emerging environmental, health, and safety regulations and industry best practices to ensure proactive compliance. 
• Lead the design and implementation of internal EHS management systems for environmental and safety programs. 
• Integrate EHS systems with operational workflows and digital platforms to streamline compliance tracking and reporting. 
• Conduct gap analyses and risk assessments for environmental and safety programs; ensure audit readiness and corrective/preventive actions. 
• Provide guidance and training to internal teams on EHS policies and system usage; develop role-based training and job aids. 
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to embed EHS considerations into business processes and decision-making. 
• Define KPIs and reporting mechanisms for EHS performance and compliance; prepare and present reports to leadership. 
• Drive automation and data governance for EHS performance metrics and dashboards. 
• Champion continuous improvement initiatives to enhance EHS systems and policy adoption across all sites. 
• Regularly works onsite to build strong team connections, collaborate across functions, and solve problems in real time. 
• Travel to processing plants, shipyards and vessels, including remote Alaska, up to 25%.

Skills/Eligibility:

Required Qualifications: (Education, Years of Experience, Certifications) 

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Occupational Health & Safety, Engineering, or related field. 
• 7+ years of experience in EHS compliance, policy development, and management systems. 
• Strong knowledge of environmental regulations (e.g., NPDES, stormwater) or safety standards (e.g., OSHA LOTO, machine guarding, ergonomics). 
• Experience with EHS software platforms and data-driven decision-making. 

Preferred Education & Experiences: 

• Seafood or food processing industry experience. 
• Experience with multi-site EHS program implementation and digital system integration. 

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs): 

• Demonstrated knowledge of EHS regulations, compliance frameworks, and risk management practices. 
• Strong skills in data analysis, reporting, and use of tools such as Power BI or similar platforms. 
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, collaborate across teams, and lead change initiatives effectively. 
• Strong analytical, project management, and communication skills.