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Faurecia

Plant HSE Coordinator

Fraser, MI · On-site

Lead self-assessment of site compliance, identifying gaps, proposing solutions, and ensuring ... Interact with service providers and external auditors. If you're passionate about safety ...

Hitachi, Ltd.

HSE Advisor

Pearl City, HI · On-site

$80K - $120K/yr

Contribute to HSE Local Communication, Participation and Consultation including development and ... Lead ISO 14001 and 45001 Auditor Certification. * Experience with Human and Organizational ...

Hitachi

HSE Advisor

Pearl City, HI

$80K - $120K/yr

Contribute to HSE Local Communication, Participation and Consultation including development and ... Lead ISO 14001 and 45001 Auditor Certification. * Experience with Human and Organizational ...

Nextracker

EH&S Manager

Fremont, CA

$90K - $123K/yr

ISO 14001/45001 Lead Auditor/Internal Auditor * Experience developing, implementing, and administering HSE programs and management systems. * Experience conducting audits, investigations, risk ...

BSI Group

Additional professional qualifications such as PSCI-HSE or PSCI Supplier Audit Training - EHS are highly desirable * ISO 14001 auditing knowledge. Lead Auditor Certification is highly desirable

Nextpower

EH&S Manager

Fremont, CA · On-site

$90K - $123K/yr

ISO 14001/45001 Lead Auditor/Internal Auditor * Experience developing, implementing, and administering HSE programs and management systems. * Experience conducting audits, investigations, risk ...

BSI Group

AMAS Compliance & HSE Manager

Concord, NC · Remote

Lead regional audits, inspections, monitoring, and corrective actions to ensure compliance with ... auditing, certification, and training services - including innovative software solutions and ...

BSI Prof Serv EHS West

Additional professional qualifications such as PSCI-HSE or PSCI Supplier Audit Training - EHS are highly desirable * ISO 14001 auditing knowledge. Lead Auditor Certification is highly desirable

Patterson-UTI

HSE Advisor PDC - Permian

Midland, TX · On-site

Lead initiatives to promote visible and proactive management commitment and employee engagement in ... Technical proficiency in HSE auditing, incident investigation and documentation techniques

Patterson-UTI

HSE Advisor PDC - Permian

Midland, TX · On-site

Lead initiatives to promote visible and proactive management commitment and employee engagement in ... Technical proficiency in HSE auditing, incident investigation and documentation techniques

BSI Group

AMAS Compliance & HSE Manager

Reston, VA · Remote

Lead regional audits, inspections, monitoring, and corrective actions to ensure compliance with ... auditing, certification, and training services - including innovative software solutions and ...

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How much do hse lead auditor jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 3, 2026, the average yearly pay for hse lead auditor in the United States is $102,886.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $80,500.00 and $132,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an HSE Lead Auditor?

HSE Lead Auditors are professionals responsible for leading and conducting audits of Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) management systems within organizations. They ensure that companies comply with relevant laws, regulations, and standards, such as ISO 14001 and ISO 45001. HSE Lead Auditors plan, execute, and report on audits, identify areas for improvement, and help organizations mitigate risks and enhance their HSE performance. They often work with cross-functional teams and may provide training or guidance on best practices.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an HSE Lead Auditor?

To thrive as an HSE Lead Auditor, you need a thorough understanding of health, safety, and environmental regulations, risk assessment, and auditing principles, often supported by a relevant degree and lead auditor certification (such as ISO 45001 or ISO 14001). Familiarity with audit management software, incident reporting systems, and industry-specific standards is essential. Strong analytical thinking, attention to detail, and effective communication skills help you identify compliance gaps and influence organizational improvements. These skills ensure audits are conducted accurately and credibly, driving continual improvement in HSE performance and regulatory compliance.

What are some common challenges HSE Lead Auditors face during audits, and how can they be managed?

HSE Lead Auditors often encounter challenges such as resistance from auditees, incomplete documentation, and varying levels of safety culture across departments. To manage these issues, auditors should foster open communication, maintain an objective approach, and provide clear explanations of audit processes and benefits. Building rapport and demonstrating the value of audits can help overcome resistance, while thorough preparation and adaptability ensure effective audits even in diverse environments.

What is the difference between Hse Lead Auditor vs Hse Auditor?

AspectHse Lead AuditorHse Auditor
CertificationsISO 45001 Lead Auditor, internal/external auditor certificationsISO 45001 Auditor, internal/external auditor certifications
Work EnvironmentLeads audit teams, plans audits, reports findingsPerforms audits, assesses compliance, reports issues
Employer & IndustryManufacturing, construction, oil & gas, industries with safety standardsSimilar industries, often as part of safety or compliance teams

The main difference is that Hse Lead Auditors oversee audit processes and lead teams, while Hse Auditors focus on conducting individual audits. Both roles require similar certifications and work in comparable environments, but Lead Auditors have additional responsibilities in planning and managing audits.

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Infographic showing various Hse Lead Auditor job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 89% Full Time, 9% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 91% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $102,886 per year, or $49.5 per hour.

Plant HSE Coordinator

Faurecia

Fraser, MI • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 7 hours ago

Faurecia rating

5.9

Company rating: 5.9 out of 10

Based on 18 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

Forvia, a sustainable mobility technology leader
We pioneer technology for mobility experience that matter to people.
Your mission, roles and responsibilities
Join FORVIA as an HSE Engineer and contribute to our commitment to safety, sustainable development, and operational excellence. As a key player in the Health, Safety, and Environmental Impact Reduction (HSE) department, you'll play a crucial role in achieving our ambition for "zero accidents" and minimal environmental impact.
As HSE Engineer, your key responsibilities will be:
  • Ensure adherence to Group's HSE rules and requirements.
  • Develop and implement the HSE Management system, leading its review with the management committee.
  • Stay abreast of regulatory changes, assess site compliance, and propose continuous improvement themes.
  • Drive HSE culture through tools, key indicators, and cross-functional projects.
  • Lead self-assessment of site compliance, identifying gaps, proposing solutions, and ensuring follow-up.
  • Participate in accident or incident analysis, determine corrective and preventive actions, and oversee their implementation.
  • Conduct HSE audits, propose actions, and track action plans for improvement.
  • Organize and participate in periodic regulatory verifications and emergency preparedness.
  • Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, fostering a proactive and autonomous HSE approach.

Work Relationships:
Internal Relations:
  • Collaborate with HSE site service, management committee, CSSCT representatives, and the broader HSE network.
  • Engage with internal medical services (if applicable) and occupational medicine.

External Relations:
  • Interact with service providers and external auditors.

If you're passionate about safety, sustainability, and making a difference, join us on this journey to shape the future of industrial operations.
Your profile and competencies to succeed
Minimum education level:
  • Master's degree or higher (Bac+5) with a specialization in HSE and/or equivalent significant experience in an industrial environment,

Professional Experience:
  • Knowledge of the tools and methodologies HSE necessary to evaluate and prevent the safety and environmental risks and impacts: risk analysis, data collection, problem solving, etc.,
  • Knowledge of the national regulations and standards specific to the scope of his activity,
  • Internal auditor in terms of HSE management systems,
  • Intermediate level of oral and written English.

Skills and competencies:
  • Autonomous,
  • Proactive,
  • Ability to take a step back in all circumstances (management of accidents involving people, management of disasters),
  • Rigorous.

What we can do for you
  • At Forvia, you will find an engaging and dynamic environment where you can contribute to the development of sustainable mobility leading technologies.
  • We are the seventh-largest global automotive supplier, employing more than 157,000 people in more than 40 countries which makes a lot of opportunity for career development.
  • We welcome energetic and agile people who can thrive in a fast-changing environment. People who share our strong values. Team players with a collaborative mindset and a passion to deliver high standards for our clients. Lifelong learners. High performers. Globally minded people who aspire to work in a transforming industry, where excellence, speed, and quality count.
  • We cultivate a learning environment, dedicating tools and resources to ensure we remain at the forefront of mobility. Our people enjoy an average of more than 22 hours of online and in-person training within FORVIA University (five campuses around the world)
  • We offer a multicultural environment that values diversity and international collaboration. We believe that diversity is a strength. To create an inclusive culture where all forms of diversity create real value for the company, we have adopted gender diversity targets and inclusion action plans.
  • Achieving CO2 Net Zero as a pioneer of the automotive industry is a priority: In June 2022, Forvia became the first global automotive group to be certified with the new SBTI Net-Zero Standard (the most ambitious standard of SBTi), aligned with the ambition of the 2015 Paris Agreement of limiting global warming to 1.5°C. Three principles guide our action: use less, use better and use longer, with a focus on recyclability and circular economy.

Why join us
FORVIA is an automotive technology group at the heart of smarter and more sustainable mobility. We bring together expertise in electronics, clean mobility, lighting, interiors, seating, and lifecycle solutions to drive change in the automotive industry.
With a history stretching back more than a century, we are the 7th largest global automotive supplier, employing more than 157,000 people in 43 countries. You'll find our technology in around 1 out of 2 vehicles produced anywhere in the world.
In June 2022, we became the 1st global automotive group to be certified with the SBTI Net-Zero Standard. We have committed to reach CO2 Net Zero by no later than 2045.
As technological innovation and the need for sustainability transform the automotive industry, we are ideally positioned to deliver solutions that will enhance the lives of road-users everywhere.
Salary Range: USD 82,000 - 95,000

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