Environmental Health & Safety Manager

Responsibilities

• Lead the site EHS function and ensure alignment with Western Digital objectives and Japan regulatory requirements
• Direct compliance with Japanese laws, permits, and reporting obligations regarding safety, environment, and chemical management
• Drive risk management, hazard identification, and incident prevention programs
• Oversee occupational safety programs including machine safety, ergonomics, and industrial hygiene
• Manage chemical safety, hazardous materials, waste governance, and pollution prevention
• Strengthen emergency preparedness, response planning, and business continuity
• Implement and improve ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 management systems
• Partner with cross-functional leadership to integrate EHS requirements into business operations
• Monitor EHS performance metrics and lead continuous improvement initiatives
• Develop organizational capability through coaching, training, and talent development

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or Master's degree in a related field
• 8-10+ years of EHS, environmental, or sustainability experience
• Strong knowledge of Japan regulatory requirements and International Safety Standards
• Lead Auditor certification for ISO 45001 and ISO 14001
• Experience in manufacturing, high-tech, or industrial operations
• Native-level Japanese and business-level English

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional certification in EHS, environmental management, or industrial hygiene
• Experience in multinational or matrix organizations
• Experience supporting regulatory inspections and customer audits
• Familiarity with contractor safety management and machine safety

About the Company

WD is building the infrastructure behind the AI-driven data economy, delivering the storage systems that power hyperscale data centers, cloud platforms, and enterprise infrastructure worldwide.