The Lubrizol Corporation

Regional HSES Manager - Americas

The Lubrizol Corporation  •  Belford Roxo, BR (Remote)  •  8 hours ago
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Job Description


Shape the Future with Us.
At Lubrizol, we’re bringing to life the chemistry behind clean water, efficient transportation, reliable infrastructure, critical medicines, and the products people rely on every day through science, sustainability, and a culture of inclusion.
As part of our global team, you’ll be empowered to make a real impact - on your career, your community, and the world around you.

Regional HSES Manager - Americas

Accountability Statement

This role is accountable for providing health, safety, environment, and security (HSES) support—including process safety management (PSM)—to facilities in their region. The regional manager will provide direct support to the Lubrizol facilities located in Central, South America and some smaller sites in the USA. The regional manager is also responsible for providing direct support to assure ongoing safe operations in compliance with applicable laws and regulations and corporate policies and standards while striving for continuous improvement and industry best-practices in support of One Lubrizol.

Key Accountabilities

  • Provide tactical leadership and subject matter expertise for site HSES (Health, Safety, Environment, and Security) employees in the region.
  • Implement and support regional HSES initiatives, programs, and the Americas regional HSES plan, aligning with corporate goals and KPIs.
  • Conduct and support site and regional audits (Health & Safety, Process Safety, Environmental, RCMS, RC14001).
  • Lead and support incident investigations, case management, and identification of site-specific risks.
  • Collaborate with Senior Manager HSES Americas and Global HSES to identify risks and develop programs.
  • Support and maintain management systems and certifications (RCMS, RC14001), including Process Safety Management (PSM) and environmental compliance, with a focus on process Safety.
  • Deliver technical support and training to upskill employees, clarify standards, and share best practices.
  • Ensure compliance with Process Safety, PPE, energy control, hazardous communication, emergency response, hot work, working from heights, confined space permitting, ergonomics, and other programs.
  • Support project implementation and adoption of new standards and tools across all HSES functional areas.
  • Represent the region by communicating site needs and expectations to global stakeholders.

Expertise / Knowledge / Skills

  • Educational degree in Engineering, Safety, or a related field.
  • Minimum of 5-10 years of experience in HSES, chemical plant site management, process safety, engineering, or a related area.
  • Must have knowledge of HSES regulations and industry standards.
  • Experience in a chemical or petrochemical company.
  • Remote work experience and regional management experience are strong pluses.
  • Strong organizational and influencing skills.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
  • Proven ability to work successfully with internal and external customers in a professional manner.
  • Fluent in written and spoken English and Spanish.

Job Specific Competencies

  • Global perspective
  • Interpersonal skills
  • Driving results
  • Communication and presentation
  • Experience in a chemical/petrochemical company
  • Remote experience and regional management experience is a strong plus
  • Strong organization and influencing skills
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Ability to work independently and in a team environment
  • Ability to work successfully with internal and external customers in a professional manner

*Position requires domestic and international travel estimated at 20%

Lubrizol: Imagined for Life. Enabled by Science. ™ Delivered by You. For nearly 100 years, The Lubrizol Corporation, a Berkshire Hathaway company, has been at the forefront of innovation to enhance everyday life, advance mobility, and make the modern world work better. Our specialty chemistry solutions—from engine oils, performance coatings, and skincare to medical devices and plumbing systems —are powered by the expertise, passion, and commitment of people like you. We tackle the world’s toughest challenges with science-based solutions, deeply understanding our customers to deliver innovative chemistry and differentiated value. Our inclusive culture, dedication to safety, and incredible global talent drive our success. Our solutions meet the evolving needs of the modern world—brought to life by science and, most importantly, delivered by you. Whether you're in the lab, on the production floor, or in the office, you'll be part of a team around the world that empowers you to think boldly, drive results, and contribute to solutions that shape a better, more sustainable future.  We win because of you. Let’s build the future together.

The Lubrizol Corporation

About The Lubrizol Corporation

The Lubrizol Corporation, a Berkshire Hathaway company, is a science-based company whose specialty chemistry delivers sustainable solutions to advance mobility, improve well-being and enhance modern life. Every day, the innovators of Lubrizol strive to create extraordinary value for customers at the intersection of science, market needs and business success, driving discovery and creating breakthrough solutions that enhance life and make the world work better. Founded in 1928, Lubrizol has global reach and local presence, with more than 100 manufacturing facilities, sales and technical offices and 8,000 employees around the world.

Industry
Chemicals & Materials
Company Size
5,001-10,000 employees
Headquarters
Wickliffe, Ohio
Year Founded
1928
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