Area Head HSE East - NAM

Maersk is a global leader in integrated logistics and have been industry pioneers for over a century. Through innovation and transformation, we are redefining the boundaries of possibility, continuously setting new standards for efficiency, sustainability, and excellence. With a presence in more than 130 countries and a workforce of over 100,000 employees, we are committed to connecting and simplifying our customers’ supply chains.

About the Role
We are Maersk, and we are seeking an Area Head of Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) – East to lead HSE strategy, performance, and risk management across one of the largest operational regions in North America. Supporting approximately 100 facilities across the Eastern United States and Canada, you will lead a team of HSE professionals focused on creating safe, compliant, and high-performing operations across warehousing, transportation, air, and logistics services.

This is a highly visible leadership role that combines operational leadership, stakeholder influence, coaching, and strategic execution. You will be responsible for driving HSE excellence across a complex and highly matrixed organization, partnering with business leaders to ensure health, safety, environmental, and risk management priorities are embedded into day-to-day operations.

Success in this role requires more than technical HSE expertise. We are looking for a leader who can build trusted relationships, influence without direct authority, navigate competing priorities, and create followership across a broad network of operational and functional stakeholders.

What We Offer

• Opportunity to lead HSE strategy and performance across one of Maersk’s largest operational regions
• Direct influence on employee safety, operational excellence, risk management, and business performance
• Exposure to senior leaders across Logistics & Services, Transportation, Warehousing, Air, and Ground Freight operations

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a regional team of HSE professionals supporting approximately 100 facilities across the Eastern region
• Drive implementation of global HSE standards while ensuring alignment with local regulatory and operational requirements
• Partner with operational leaders to identify, assess, and mitigate health, safety, and environmental risks
• Champion a culture of safety, accountability, inclusion, and continuous improvement across the business
• Coach leaders and operations teams on HSE best practices, risk management, and compliance expectations
• Conduct site visits, audits, reviews, and leadership engagements to strengthen frontline safety performance
• Lead HSE improvement plans and ensure effective governance, reporting, and performance management
• Collaborate with cross-functional partners including Operations, People, Legal, Procurement, Customer Experience, and Global HSE teams
• Support growth initiatives, facility launches, customer implementations, and operational expansions through HSE risk assessments and planning

Who We Are Looking For

• We welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds who are passionate about protecting people, driving operational excellence, and building strong relationships across organizations
• 10+ years of progressive experience in Health, Safety & Environment leadership roles
• Strong experience supporting warehousing, transportation, logistics, distribution, or supply chain operations
• Proven track record leading multi-site HSE programs and geographically dispersed teams
• Experience managing managers and developing high-performing teams
• Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence without direct authority
• Strong problem-solving, conflict-resolution, and change-management capabilities
• Ability to balance strategic priorities with hands-on operational leadership
• University degree in HSE, Occupational Health, Safety, Risk, Security, Environmental Sciences, or a related field is preferred
• Professional HSE certifications, OSHA-related credentials, or equivalent qualifications are valued
• Experience working within large, matrixed, and global organizations is strongly preferred

Role Details

• Location: Florham Park, NJ
• Job Type: Full-time
• Travel: Approximately 25–30%
• Salary Range: $155,000 – $170,000 annually + 15% bonus opportunity
• Additional Benefits: Company vehicle, fuel card, business-related toll reimbursement, and company-provided insurance for business use

We are committed to equal employment opportunities and creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Compensation is determined based on experience, skills, qualifications, and market benchmarks.

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If you are an experienced HSE leader who thrives in complex operational environments, enjoys building relationships across diverse stakeholder groups, and is passionate about creating safer workplaces, we encourage you to apply and help shape the future of safety at Maersk.

Maersk is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace, and we embrace different styles of thinking. Maersk is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applicants without regard to race, colour, gender, sex, age, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy or parental leave, veteran status, gender identity, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with all legal requirements.

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