Regional Head of Health & Safety (US & Canada)

Job Title: Regional Head of Health & Safety (US & Canada)

Job Location: Chicago, Illinois

DHL Global Forwarding manages the flow of goods and information across a customer’s global supply chain utilizing air/ocean/ground transportation, customs brokerage services, and dedicated warehousing/distribution centers.

We are part of DHL Group, the world’s leading logistics provider with operations in over 220 countries.

Visit our career site on the web at http://www.dhl-usa.com/en/careers/jobs.html

Job Purpose

The role of the Regional Head of Health & Safety is to lead the strategic direction and execution of the company’s “Safety First” strategy across the region’s countries.

The role ensures the implementation of a consistent Health & Safety Management System that protects employees, ensures legal compliance, and supports operational excellence.

Working through a matrix structure, the role provides guidance to country safety managers and representatives, driving alignment and continuous improvement.

By collaborating with regional and local leadership, the role enhances safety culture, mitigates risks, and reduces incidents across logistics operations including warehousing, transport, and freight, reinforcing safety as a core organizational value.

Accountabilities


* Lead the implementation and continuous improvement of the ISO 45001 certified Health & Safety Management System (HSMS) in alignment with DGF's Global Health & Safety Management System, guidance and standards across the region.



* Provide strategic guidance and operational support to country managers and safety leads to ensure safe working environments and practices.



* Respond to and escalate critical safety concerns raised by employees or management, ensuring timely and appropriate actions.



* Advise regional leadership on emerging Health & Safety (H&S) legislation, standards, and practices with clear impact assessments.



* Oversee the regional risk assessment program, support country teams with training, guidance, and tools for high-risk activities.



* Support the development and implementation of Safe Systems of Work (SSoW) based on risk assessments and operational feedback.



* Proactively identify, prioritize, and act on critical safety issues, ensuring appropriate escalation and resource allocation.



* Collaborate with Human Resources in developing a health and wellbeing culture for employees.



* Intervene and take immediate action to cease unsafe work activities where imminent danger exists.



* Manage the implementation and operates the applicable on-line safety management platform to ensure compliance with the DGF Global Safety Management System.



* Escalate significant risks, trends, and safety incidents to regional and global management with recommendations.



* Lead and coordinate the regional safety audit program, including planning, execution, reporting, and follow-up.



* Develop, implement, ...