HSSE Manager - Distribution Transformers
Hitachi Energy · South Boston, Virginia, United States of America ·
- Employment
- Full time
- Category
- Occupational safety
- Experience
- 3+ years
Location:
South Boston, Virginia, United States of AmericaJob ID:
R0127851Date Posted:
2026-04-24Company Name:
HITACHI ENERGY USA INCProfession (Job Category):
Legal, Compliance & AuditJob Schedule:
Full timeRemote:
NoJob Description:
Step into a role where influence, purpose, and progress come together. As HSSE Manager at Hitachi Energy, you will shape how health, safety, security, and environmental practices are lived every day—supporting people, strengthening systems, and enabling reliable operations. This is an opportunity to lead with insight and curiosity, building an environment where learning is valued, risks are openly discussed, and teams feel empowered to do work safely and sustainably.
You will guide the evolution of HSSE culture across a complex manufacturing site, balancing regulatory requirements with real-world operations. By applying Human and Organizational Performance (HOP) principles, you will help the organization understand how work actually happens and how systems can be improved to reduce serious risks and support long‑term success.
Responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures and guidelines.
How you’ll make an impact
Responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures and guidelines.
Lead and develop a high‑performing HSSE team that supports site objectives.
Design and execute HSSE strategies focused on learning and prevention.
Partner with site leaders through coaching and trusted advisory support.
Apply risk‑based and operational learning approaches to daily work.
Strengthen incident, near‑miss, and learning processes that are non‑punitive.
Use audits and inspections as tools for insight and improvement.
Analyze trends and share clear HSSE insights across the organization.
Contribute to global and regional HSSE programs and best practices.
Your background
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Environmental, Chemical, or Occupational Health Sciences.
Around 8 years of HSE experience, ideally within manufacturing environments.
At least 3 year of experience in a people or team leadership role.
Strong capability in coaching, influencing, and collaborative problem solving.
Working knowledge of HSSE regulations and management systems.
Confidence operating in matrixed and cross‑functional organizations.
More about us
Work at Hitachi Energy, a global leader advancing a sustainable energy future.
Grow through meaningful development opportunities, learning networks, and career pathways.
Be part of an inclusive culture that values collaboration, innovation, and shared success.
Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)-Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities