HSE Row Crops Expert NORLA

HSE Row Crops Expert NORLA

The HSE Field Expert is responsible for supporting the implementation, maintenance, and continuous improvement of Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) programs and procedures in accordance with global, regional, and local standards and regulations.

The role provides comprehensive support to HSE engineers and technicians across sites in Mexico, facilitating the identification, assessment, and mitigation of risks while promoting operational excellence and a strong safety culture.

The HSE Field Expert serves as a key HSE reference across assigned areas and business units, including Field Operations, Production Plant Operations, and Logistics, ensuring a safe and healthy working environment aligned with industry best practices. The role also engages stakeholders at all organizational levels to communicate HSE initiatives, share best practices, and foster collaboration.

Scope

• Geographical Scope: Regional
• Region: Mexico NORLA
• Functional Scope: Field Operations, Production Plant Operations, and Logistics
• Direct Reports: 0
• Managed Positions: 0
• Third-Party Reports: 0
• Financial Responsibility: Operating Cost
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Key Responsibilities

HSE Management Systems, Compliance, and Risk Management

• Participate in the development, implementation, and enforcement of HSE policies, procedures, and programs in compliance with local legislation, company standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Stay informed of relevant regulatory changes and ensure their timely implementation across the assigned sites.
• Develop and implement strategies for HSE risk assessments and audits to identify workplace hazards and define effective risk-mitigation measures.
• Identify hazardous conditions, unsafe equipment, unsafe work practices, and working conditions that may affect employee health, safety, or the environment.
• Conduct audits and inspections to verify compliance with organizational standards, legal requirements, and government regulations.
• Collaborate with the ISO 45001 Management System as part of the internal audit team.
• Organize and support internal and external audits, ensuring the implementation and follow-up of improvement action plans.
• Maintain and analyze HSE records, including workplace injuries, illnesses, absences, incidents, and near misses, to identify trends, areas of concern, and regulatory reporting requirements.

HSE Programs and Operational Support

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and implement HSE programs, including:
  • Occupational Health and Safety
  • Behavior-Based Safety
  • Safety Observations
  • Hazardous Work Permits
  • Management of Change
  • Process and Plant Safety
• Oversee and support the implementation of the Process and Plant Safety program within Row Crops NORLA.
• Evaluate and strengthen emergency-response and business-continuity plans for production sites.
• Provide coaching, guidance, and resources to local HSE teams, addressing site-specific training needs, operational requirements, and customer expectations.
• Support the management of HSE budgets and initiatives focused on cost reduction and operational efficiency across all sites.
• Foster a culture of health, safety, environmental responsibility, accountability, and continuous improvement throughout the organization.

Incident Management and Continuous Improvement

• Support incident and accident investigations to identify root causes and define corrective and preventive actions.
• Deliver training on root-cause analysis and A3 problem-solving methodology.
• Partner with engineers, management, operational teams, and relevant authorities to prevent the recurrence of incidents.
• Develop, maintain, and analyze HSE data dashboards to support informed decision-making.
• Analyze HSE trends by region, site, and business area to identify improvement opportunities and prioritize corrective actions.
• Promote the sharing of best practices across sites and operational areas.

Training, Communication, and Stakeholder Engagement

• Develop and execute HSE training programs and safety-awareness campaigns to ensure employees understand and consistently apply safe work practices.
• Promote employee well-being through HSE initiatives, education, and preventive actions.
• Engage stakeholders at all levels to communicate HSE priorities, share performance updates, and reinforce compliance expectations.
• Collaborate with HSE International and HSE APSE teams on strategies, standards, and best practices to be implemented within the Mexico NORLA region.
• Participate in external forums, industry groups, and interactions with government, regulatory, and local authorities when required.
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Key Working Relationships

Internal

• Operations and support functions across assigned sites
• Corn Product Supply Operations
• Field Operations
• Production Plant Operations
• Logistics
• Local HSE Engineers and Technicians
• Global and Regional HSE Teams
• Contracted Service Providers
• Global and Regional HSE Initiatives

External

• External Auditors
• Government and Local Authorities
• Regulatory Authorities
• External Industry Groups and Associations
• Service Providers and Contractors
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Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Safety, Industrial Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or a related field.

Experience

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in similar HSE, Safety, Industrial Hygiene, Environmental, or operational safety roles.
• Experience supporting manufacturing operations is preferred.
• Understanding of, or willingness to learn, agricultural operations is desirable.
• Experience in internal auditing, risk assessment, incident investigation, and HSE program implementation is preferred.

Knowledge and Technical Expertise

• Solid knowledge of ISO 45001 standards and occupational health and safety management systems.
• Strong knowledge of Health and Safety legal requirements and regulatory compliance.
• Knowledge of Safety and Industrial Hygiene principles.
• Knowledge of HSE risk-assessment methodologies, audits, incident investigation, and corrective-action management.
• Knowledge of root-cause analysis and A3 problem-solving methodologies.
• Knowledge of emergency-response and business-continuity planning.
• Management Systems Auditor certification is desirable.
• Additional HSE certifications are an advantage.
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Skills and Competencies

Technical and Analytical Skills

• Risk Assessment and Hazard Identification
• Safety and Industrial Hygiene
• HSE Compliance and Auditing
• Root-Cause Analysis and Problem Solving
• Data Analysis and Dashboard Development
• Planning and Implementation
• Continuous Improvement

Leadership and Communication Skills

• Strong Leadership Skills
• Stakeholder Management
• Effective Communication and Influencing Skills
• Cross-Functional Collaboration
• Coaching and Capability Building
• Ability to Promote a Strong Safety Culture

Personal Attributes

• Results Orientation
• Proactive and Prevention-Focused Mindset
• Strong Analytical Skills
• Attention to Detail
• Ability to Work Across Diverse Operational Environments
• Commitment to Employee Well-Being and Environmental Responsibility
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Language Requirements

• English: Intermediate level or above.