Overview Role: EHS Manager - Casaletto Vaprio & EHS Field Safety for Italy. Responsible for leading EHS at Casaletto Vaprio and EHS Field Safety for Italy, ensuring compliance with applicable regulations and PPG EHS standards, and developing a strategy for site EHS infrastructure investments. The role coordinates responsibilities across BUs within the country and partners with the EHS Country Manager. It requires travel within Italy (about 50% of working time, mainly in Northern Italy). Key Responsibilities 1. For Casaletto site Ensure EHS legal requirements for the location are communicated and addressed with the Local Leadership Team. Implement EHS strategy at the site by developing and aligning local plans with Leadership Team and Corporate/Regional guidelines; provide proactive feedback to the Country Manager for long-term sustainability. Participate as a member of the Local Leadership Team; support local needs in agreement with Location Manager and EHS Country Manager. Define and maintain core EHS resourcing for the location; request support from the EHS Country Manager as needed. Ensure EHS resources are assigned to core activities and to any agreed non-core activities as per SLAs. Collaborate with local Process Safety Managers/Coordinators to address process safety requirements. Identify needs, propose and obtain approval for the local EHS budget and manage it in alignment with Site Leadership Team and guidelines. Communicate timely any off-site activities and obtain approvals from Location Manager and EHS Country Manager. 2. For Field Safety activities Implement EHS Field Safety strategy nationally; align local plans with Operational leadership and Corporate/Regional guidelines; provide feedback to Regional/Corporate to ensure long-term sustainability. Ensure risk assessments are performed by the business on time and support risk reduction initiatives. Drive Field Safety culture (Drive to Zero) for field employees and employees at customer sites or remote locations. Ensure incident reporting, deviation analysis, and timely corrective actions. Promote near-miss reporting culture and implement corrective actions for high-severity near misses. Manage the national EHS budget for Field Safety activities. Identify EHS training needs and ensure effective rollout in partnership with the business. Maintain regular communication and engagement with business leaders, building relationships with stakeholders and participating in leadership teams. Act as the EHS representative for regulatory obligations and customer requirements; support integration of acquired businesses; promote corporate initiatives (Wellness, Ergo Cup, etc.). Impact / Scope of Responsibility For Casaletto site Lead and implement EHS compliance for one or more sites; develop programs, systems and procedures to ensure EHS performance and regulatory compliance; conduct independent reviews of EHS policies and procedures. Recommend changes to policies and procedures; assess applicability to other sites/SBUs. Provide technical leadership and training in EHS processes and programs. For Field Safety activities Implement policies to ensure awareness and compliance with EH&S requirements; provide technical guidance to operating unit personnel; ensure QA procedures monitor regulatory compliance. Coordinate audits of safety and health programs; influence employees and leadership; provide direction and training on EHS processes. Complexity & Innovation Operate independently at sites with low to moderate complexity and risk; contribute to EHS strategy and its implementation. Analyze complex issues and implement process/strategy improvements to minimize EHS impact; develop solutions for moderately complex problems; exercise judgment amid ambiguity. Investigate incidents; prepare regulatory reports; maintain compliance with EH&S standards and regulations. Communications & Autonomy Regularly engage with site employees and leadership; develop training and emergency preparedness programs; provide regulatory interpretations and technical advice. Work largely independently; determine objectives and plan activities to achieve them. Education & Technical Knowledge Preferably bachelor’s or advanced degree in EHS, chemistry, engineering or related science with relevant experience; or an EHS qualification with at least 5 years of experience. In-depth knowledge of occupational health and safety and environmental regulations; stay updated on changes; knowledge of business metrics, drivers, and manufacturing processes as applicable. Behaviours & Performance Meet scope and deadlines of initiatives; inform stakeholders of deviations affecting deliverables; participate in regional reviews; complete monthly updates (KPI, incident reporting, scorecards, etc.). Monitor financial performance and headcount related to EHS Field Safety; conduct regular safety observations; maintain local EHS scorecards; timely reporting of incidents and regulatory events with root-cause analysis. Review incidents in relevant systems; participate in country reviews; complete goals and performance reviews in Workday; submit expenses on time in Concur. About Us & Job Details PPG is an equal opportunity employer. See company statements for compensation ranges, benefits, and diversity commitments. For more information, visit www.ppg.com. J-18808-Ljbffr