About this opportunity
Johnson Controls, Inc. lists this EHS Associate Director- Fire opportunity in milwaukee, Wisconsin. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Johnson Controls, a global leader in thermal management, mission-critical building systems, energy efficiency, and decarbonization, helps customers use energy more productively, reduce carbon emissions, and operate with the precision and resilience required in rapidly expanding industries such as data centers, healthcare, pharmaceuticals, advanced manufacturing, and higher education.
For more than 140 years, Johnson Controls has delivered performance where it really matters. Backed by advanced technology, lifecycleservicesand an industry-leading field organization, we elevate customer performance, turn goals into real-worldresultsand help move society forward.
What we offer:
Competitive salary
Paidvacation/holidays/sicktime
Comprehensive benefits package including 401K, medical, dental, and vision care
On the job/cross training opportunities
Encouraging and collaborative team environment
Dedication to safety through our Zero Harm policy
What You Will Do
Johnson Controls is seeking an experienced and strategic Associate Director, Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) to lead EHS initiatives across the Fire Domain within the Americas region.
In this critical leadership role, you will provide strategic direction and operational oversight for EHS programs supporting manufacturing, field operations, project execution, and installation activities. You will serve as a trusted advisor to business leaders, ensuring Environmental, Health & Safety principles are embedded into all aspects of the business while advancing Johnson Controls' commitment to a Zero Harm culture.
The ideal candidate will bring deep EHS expertise, strong business acumen, and proven experience leading EHS programs across complex, multi-site industrial and construction environments.
How You Will Do It
Strategic Leadership
Provide strategic leadership and direction for Environmental, Health & Safety programs across the Fire Domain throughout the Americas.
Partner with senior business leaders to align EHS strategies with operational goals, growth initiatives, and organizational priorities.
Foster a culture of safety excellence, accountability, and continuous improvement throughout the organization.
Lead EHS change management efforts associated with business expansion, operational transformation, and organizational growth.
EHS Program Management
Develop, implement, and sustain comprehensive EHS management systems, policies, procedures, and standards.
Ensure compliance with all applicable federal, state, provincial, and local environmental, health, and safety regulations.
Oversee environmental compliance activities, including permitting, reporting, hazardous materials management, and regulatory inspections.
Establish governance processes to drive consistency and standardization across multiple sites and operations.
Operational Excellence
Collaborate with operations, engineering, manufacturing, and project teams to proactively identify risks and implement effective mitigation strategies.
Support field installation and project teams by ensuring compliance with construction safety standards, contractor management requirements, and site‑specific safety plans.
Lead incident investigations, root cause analyses, and corrective action processes to drive sustainable risk reduction.
Utilize Lean, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement methodologies to enhance EHS and operational performance.
Performance & Risk Management
Develop and monitor key EHS performance indicators and metrics.
Drive continuous improvement initiatives based on trend analysis, risk assessments, audits, and operational reviews.
Conduct site assessments, management system audits, and gap analyses to identify areas of opportunity and ensure compliance.
Provide regular reporting and executive‑level updates on EHS performance, risks, and strategic initiatives.
Leadership Development
Lead, coach, and develop EHS professionals across multiple locations.
Build organizational capability through targeted leadership development, training, and employee engagement programs.
Drive behavioral‑based safety initiatives that strengthen a proactive and engaged safety culture.
What We Look For
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Management, Occupational Safety, Engineering, Industrial Hygiene, or a related field.
15+ years of progressive Environmental, Health & Safety experience within manufacturing, industrial, construction, engineering, or field service environments.
5+ years of experience leading EHS teams across multiple facilities, business units, or geographic regions.
Demonstrated success influencing senior leaders and driving EHS performance within a matrixed organization.
Strong knowledge of OSHA, EPA, and applicable environmental, health, and safety regulations.
Proven experience leading incident investigations, root cause analysis, corrective action planning, and risk mitigation initiatives.
Experience supporting manufacturing operations, complex field installation activities, and construction environments.
Ability to travel up to 40%.
Preferred Qualifications
Professional certifications such as CSP, ASP, CHMM, CIH, or PE.
Experience supporting fire protection, construction, building systems, industrial, or engineered solutions businesses.
Lean, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement certification.
Experience managing environmental permitting programs and regulatory agency interactions.
Demonstrated success in leading EHS programs during periods of rapid growth, facility expansions, or operational transformation.
Key Competencies
Executive presence and leadership influence
Strategic thinking and business acumen
Change leadership
Risk management and decision‑making
Team development and coaching
Relationship building and stakeholder management
Strong communication and presentation skills
Data‑driven problem solving
Continuous improvement mindset
HIRING SALARY RANGE: $120,000-150,000 (Salary to be determined by the education, experience,knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with marketdata.) This role offers a competitive Bonus plan that will take into account individual, group,and corporate performance. This position includes a competitive benefits package. Theposted salary range reflects the target compensation for this role. However, we recognizethat exceptional candidates may bring unique skills and experiences that exceed the typicalprofile. If you believe your background warrants consideration beyond the stated range, weencourage you to apply. To support an efficient and fair hiring process, we may use technology assisted tools, including artificial intelligence (AI), to help identify and evaluatecandidates. All hiring decisions are ultimately made by human reviewers. For details, pleasevisit the About Us tab on the Johnson Controls Careers site at
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Worksite address
milwaukee, WI, 53244, US
Who can apply
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