Director, Safety Health & Environmental

Are you ready to lead enterprise-wide safety, health, and environmental strategy in a complex, highly regulated manufacturing environment? Do you thrive at the intersection of risk anticipation, operational excellence, and people leadership? Do you have experience engaging productively with local, state, and federal regulatory agencies? If so, we would like to speak with you!

We are currently seeking a Director, Safety, Health and Environmental to join our organization in Richmond, VA.

The Director, Safety, Health & Environmental (SH&E) provides enterprise-level leadership for safety, occupational health, and environmental strategy across a complex manufacturing organization. This role is accountable for regulatory compliance, governance, and management system effectiveness while proactively identifying risk and anticipating emerging issues. The Director partners closely with senior leaders and operations to translate technical and regulatory requirements into practical, risk-based solutions that drive performance and assure compliance. Through strategic leadership and team development, this role delivers measurable outcomes that protect people, the environment, and business. Additionally, the Director will be responsible for engagements and relationships with local, state, and federal regulatory agencies, oversight of our medical facilities, and workers’ compensation support.

What you will be doing:

• Provide Enterprise-wide leadership for safety, health, and environmental strategy and execution aligned to evolving business needs.
• Develop and execute SH&E strategic plans that anticipate regulatory, operational, and business change.
• Lead Safety workstream aligned to manufacturing’s Integrated Work Systems (IWS) and embed SH&E into business planning and execution.
• Serve as the primary interface with regulators and industry organizations, managing inspections, audits, and ongoing communications to ensure compliance and foster positive relationships. Develop staff to ensure team members possess strong external engagement skills and are proficient in inspection and audit procedures.
• Ensure effective SH&E governance, including policies, standards, management systems, and regulatory reporting.
• Identify, assess, and prioritize SH&E risks, proactively addressing emerging issues.
• Lead, coach, and develop a diverse, high-performing SH&E organization while managing competing priorities.

We want you to have:

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Safety, Environmental Science, Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Industrial Hygiene, or a related field.
• 10 years of progressive experience in safety, health, and environmental or similar roles within complex operating environments.
• 5 years of SH&E leadership experience in manufacturing environments preferred.
• Experience with local, state, and federal agency engagements.
• Demonstrated corporate-level strategic leadership experience.
• Demonstrated ability to turn data into insights.
• Ability to translate technical and regulatory requirements.
• Professional certifications such as CSP, CIH, CHMM, or PE preferred.

As a People Leader at Altria, you are accountable for both results and the experience of your team. You drive alignment by connecting strategy to daily work, and you model collaboration by embracing diverse perspectives. By creating trust, offering feedback, and leading with authenticity, you help strengthen Altria’s culture and deliver meaningful outcomes.

The starting salary is based on but not limited to experience, knowledge, and qualifications in determining compensation decisions. The Salary Range for this position is: $139,100.00 - $243,500.00.

Why You’ll Love Building Your Career at Altria

At Altria, we believe a great career starts with feeling supported — both at work and in life. Here’s what you’ll find here:

• Work where life works for you — with flexible and remote options that fit your world, not the other way around.
• Own your time — start with 15 days of paid time off, 13 paid holidays, 2 floating holiday days, and a 37.5-hour workweek so you can recharge and live fully
• A place where you belong — where your ideas are welcomed, your growth is encouraged, and your impact is real
• Get recognized for your work – annual merit increases and performance bonus
• A future you can count on — 401(k) matching from day one; plus Deferred Profit Sharing, an annual company contribution in an amount equal to 13%-17% of your base salary
• Help with your goals — get help with student loan repayment assistance, attend a conference, or gain a new certification with professional development stipends
• Support for what matters most — comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your family
• Celebrating your milestones — paid parental and bonding leave for life’s biggest moments.
• Wellness that goes beyond work — programs that care for your whole well-being at whatever stage you are in your life
• A culture that gives back — paid volunteer days and a shared commitment to making a difference

At Altria, we offer more than benefits — we offer a career that fits your life, rewards your ambition, and celebrates your impact.

This position is not eligible for sponsorship.