Job Description SummaryWe are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior EHS Leader to oversee and drive the EHS programs within our organization. The Senior EHS Leader will be responsible for developing, implementing, and maintaining a comprehensive industrial health, and safety management system, ensuring compliance with all relevant local, state, and federal regulations, and fostering a culture of safety across all levels of the organization. This role will also be responsible for developing, implementing, and maintaining a robust EHS training program.
Job DescriptionESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIESAs the Sr. EHS Leader you will
- Ensure compliance with all Federal, State, and Local workplace health and safety regulations and with GE Vernova (GEV) EHS standards and management systems.
- Administer and manage the use of GEV Gensuite/Benchmark EHS software tools for the Nuclear Energy business. Ensure EHS reporting and metrics meet GEV rollup requirements.
- Lead the rollout of GEV EHS Standards and initiatives across the Nuclear Energy business. Including Framework, Read Across, Life Saving Rules, Core Requirements, and Technical Standards.
- Implement a comprehensive ergonomics program aimed at preventing work-related musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs).
- Lead and manage all aspects of an industrial hygiene program, ensuring regulatory compliance, evaluating workplace hazards, and developing control measures.
- Manage the removal/abatement of hazardous materials like asbestos and lead-based paint. Ensuring all work is performed in accordance with local, state, and federal regulations to minimize exposure risks, and ensuring proper documentation and clearance testing are completed.
- Provide guidance/mentor the Operations Team to implement robust reporting and incident investigation systems.
- Administer and maintain the Wilmington Safety & Health Manual. Ensuring all safety procedures and documentation are up-to-date, readily accessible, and acting as the primary point of contact for safety document related inquiries.
- Provide leadership and direction to EHS teams, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and safety excellence.
- Serve as the key liaison with senior management on EHS matters, providing regular updates on program performance, challenges, and compliance status.
- Conduct regular EHS audits, inspections, and assessments to identify risks and ensure compliance with EHS regulations and best practices.
- Develop and oversee incident reporting and investigation procedures to ensure swift corrective actions are taken.
- Manage and track EHS performance metrics, KPIs, and compliance audits to ensure a proactive approach to risk management.
- Analyze workplace near miss and injury data to identify trends and patterns and develop targeted initiatives to reverse negative trends.
- Collaborate with internal stakeholders (HR, Operations, Engineering, etc.) to ensure EHS objectives are integrated into the day-to-day operations.
- Prepare and deliver reports, presentations, and safety communications to senior management, regulatory agencies, and external stakeholders.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS- Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college or equivalent preferably in Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Science, Engineering or related technical discipline from an accredited university or college.
- Minimum of 8 years of EHS experience in a manufacturing environment.
- Demonstrated ability in managing multiple projects while ensuring timely delivery and quality results.
- Experience working with OSHA, and other governmental organizations.
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: - Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate, in both written and verbal form, to a wide variety of stakeholders.
- Possesses the ability to represent GE in a professional manner to outside agencies, customers, and vendors.
- Prior experience with controlled documentation/documentation change management
- Demonstrated initiative in proactively identifying future potential safety risks and suggesting or implementing appropriate countermeasures.
- Ability to read, understand, interpret, and apply applicable EHS regulations as they apply to the plant site.
- Expertise in ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 standards is preferred.
- Demonstrated proficiency with MS Office Suite and other basic IT systems.
- An offer of employment is conditional upon the successful completion of a background investigation and drug screen.
- Must be 18 years or older and have legal authorization to work in the United States. If you are not a US person (a US Citizen, lawful permanent resident or have been admitted as a refugee or been granted asylum), you must be authorized to have access to nuclear technology prior to being hired to work in the nuclear business.
- Must be able to relocate to Wilmington, NC
- Travel, approximately 10% or less.
- Ability and willingness to obtain/maintain Emergency Organization (EO) qualification(s)
- Must maintain after hours cell phone availability.
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS- Experience with applications including Gensuite, ComplyWorks, PLM, Primavera, Time Control or equivalent.
- Initiative-taking individual with strong interpersonal and influencing skills.
- Ability to communicate cross-functionally and work independently.
- Open communication style with the ability to develop team relationships.
- Humble: respectful, receptive, agile, eager to learn
- Transparent: shares critical information, speaks with candor, contributes constructively
- Focused: adaptive learner, strategically prioritizes work, committed
- Leadership ability: strong communicator, decision-maker, collaborative
- Problem solver: analytical-minded, challenges existing processes, critical thinker
This role requires access to U.S. export-controlled information. If applicable, final offers will be contingent on ability to obtain authorization for access to U.S. export-controlled information from the U.S. Government.
Additional InformationGE Vernova offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation.
Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes
For candidates applying to a U.S. based position, the pay range for this position is between $113,100.00 and $188,500.00. The Company pays a geographic differential of 110%, 120% or 130% of salary in certain areas. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate's experience, education, and skill set.
Bonus eligibility: discretionary annual bonus.
This posting is expected to remain open for at least seven days after it was posted on June 26, 2026.
Available benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to Health Coach from GE Vernova, a 24/7 nurse-based resource; and access to the Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services. Retirement benefits include the GE Vernova Retirement Savings Plan, a tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions, as well as access to Fidelity resources and financial planning consultants. Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability benefits, life insurance, 12 paid holidays, and permissive time off.
GE Vernova Inc. or its affiliates (collectively or individually, "GE Vernova") sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs GE Vernova reserves the right to terminate, amend, suspend, replace, or modify its benefit plans and programs at any time and for any reason, in its sole discretion. No individual has a vested right to any benefit under a GE Vernova welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual.
