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Explore hand-picked jobs in Japan for English speakers across tech, education, marketing, and more.
Vetted companies only. Apply from overseas.
Woven by ToyotaWe are on the hunt for a forward-thinking and dynamic EHS Manager to spearhead our Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) efforts across our Japanese locations. As a resident authority in the field, you will possess the gravitas to guide leadership and navigate intricate stakeholder dynamics while adapting worldwide safety benchmarks into practical, site-specific strategies. We want a champion who is dedicated to fostering secure, eco-conscious, and adaptive work environments and is motivated to instill a pervasive safety mindset within our rapidly evolving organization. Direct the EHS roadmap across all domestic facilities, ensuring seamless integration with international safety frameworks and corporate missions. Drive the continuous refinement of the Crisis Management Plan (CMP) to maintain high standards of relevance and regulatory adherence. Act as a pivotal authority within the Crisis Management Team, offering strategic counsel during high-stakes scenarios such as security alerts or environmental emergencies. Partner with diverse organizational units to architect and synchronize comprehensive Business Continuity Plans (BCP). Orchestrate sustainability programs that advance the organization’s pursuit of a carbon-neutral footprint. Uphold rigorous compliance with health, fire, and chemical safety mandates while staying ahead of shifting legal requirements. Govern the precise documentation and reporting of ecological metrics to government and regulatory bodies. Engage with global safety counterparts and internal teams like Facilities and Security to catalyze enterprise-wide protective measures. Maintain the integrity and availability of all environmental governance and procedural documentation. Execute EHS-focused initiatives with a commitment to rigorous timeline and financial stewardship. Advocate for robust road safety protocols and holistic wellbeing schemes for all personnel.
- Over 5 years of experience managing external partners within the Environmental, Health, and Safety domain - A minimum of 10 years of professional business experience in a high-growth environment - Exceptional linguistic proficiency, including native or bilingual Japanese and advanced-level English fluency
- Advanced degree or equivalent professional background in Emergency Management, Business Administration, or a closely related discipline - Profound mastery of sophisticated Incident Management systems and holistic EHS structural frameworks - Proven success in deploying comprehensive safety initiatives within intricate, global-scale corporate ecosystems - Direct experience spearheading enterprise-wide Business Continuity Planning (BCP) and resilience strategies - Certification as a Health Supervisor with a substantive history of conducting thorough workplace safety audits - Authoritative understanding of domestic statutes, specifically regarding fire prevention, chemical handling, and labor standards - Capacity to collaborate effectively with global counterparts and multifaceted internal business units
- Competitive Salary - Based on experience - Work Hours - Flexible working time - Paid Holiday - 20 days per year (prorated) - Sick Leave - 6 days per year (prorated) - Holiday - Sat & Sun, Japanese National Holidays, and other days defined by our company - Japanese Social Insurance - Health Insurance, Pension, Workers’ Comp, and Unemployment Insurance, Long-term care insurance - Housing Allowance - Retirement Benefits - Rental Cars Support - In-house Training Program (software study/language study)
