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HSE Manager

Terex · Waukesha, WI · Full time

Posted Sep 16, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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About your past

Tell me about a time you reduced injuries or environmental incidents at a manufacturing site.

What they are checking: Whether they can point to a specific program and a measurable result rather than general safety talk.

How do you coach production supervisors to own safety on their lines instead of relying on you?

What they are checking: Whether they build safety leadership in operations, which is the only way one HSE manager covers multiple sites.

Tell me about a time you had to deliver bad news about a compliance issue to senior leadership.

What they are checking: Whether they communicate risk clearly and honestly with a plan, even when leaders do not want to hear it.

What would you do

You would oversee HSE for the Terex Utilities site in Waukesha and support setting up future locations. How would you approach standing up an HSE program at a new manufacturing site?

What they are checking: Whether they can build programs from the ground up with permits, training and risk assessments in the right order.

A production manager wants to bypass a machine guard to hit a delivery date for a big utility customer. How do you handle it?

What they are checking: Whether they hold firm on safety while helping solve the production problem behind the request.

You travel 15 percent or more to support other sites. How do you keep standards consistent across locations with different cultures?

What they are checking: Whether they can create common standards while respecting local practices and leaders.

About the work

Which OSHA and EPA requirements do you expect to matter most in a site that builds and services utility equipment?

What they are checking: Whether they know relevant rules like lockout, cranes and rigging, welding, hazardous waste and air permits.

How do you run an incident investigation so it leads to real corrective action?

What they are checking: Whether they use root cause methods, look beyond the individual and follow through until fixes are verified.

The role includes loss prevention and risk mitigation. How do you decide which risks to tackle first with limited time and budget?

What they are checking: Whether they prioritize using severity and likelihood instead of working on whatever came up most recently.

What safety records and monitoring programs do you keep, and how do you use them?

What they are checking: Whether they treat OSHA logs, audits and training records as tools for improvement, not just compliance paperwork.

How do you manage environmental compliance like waste handling, stormwater and chemical storage?

What they are checking: Whether they understand the environmental side of HSE as well as the safety side.

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The full job description

As published by Terex.

Job Description: Job Title: Health, Safety, & Environmental Manager Terex Utilities Location: Waukesha, WI Overview: We are seeking a motivated professional for the Terex Utilities HSE Manager – Waukesha, Wisconsin. This role requires strong communication, organizational, and multitasking skills and the ability to thrive in a dynamic environment. The candidate will develop and implement health, safety, environmental, and loss prevention programs to ensure regulatory compliance, safe work practices, and risk mitigation while coaching teams to manage occupational hazards and environmental risks. Key responsibilities include overseeing operations, maintenance, and issue resolution for one location in Waukesha, Wisconsin, as well as supporting the setup and integration of future locations. The role involves collaboration with cross-functional teams to ensure consistent standards and seamless operations across all sites. This is a full-time position and will be based in Waukesha, Wisconsin. Domestic travel will be required as necessary to support multi-site manufacturing facilities. (15+ %) Responsibilities: • Evaluate and ensure compliance of health, safety, and environmental (HSE) programs with regulatory requirements while designing and maintaining policies to minimize risks and hazards. • Establish and manage safety monitoring programs, maintain records, and perform regular audits, implementing corrective actions as needed. • Conduct or coordinate industrial hygiene assessments and oversee mitigation measures based on findings. • Assess training needs, provide or coordinate employee training, and ensure awareness of HSE responsibilities. • Investigate incidents, recommend safety improvements, and maintain an effective reporting system. • Collaborate with external safety organizations and serve as the primary contact for audits and regulatory compliance. • Prepare compliance reports, analyze proposed regulations, and contribute to HSE strategic planning. • Oversee HSE activities across multiple sites, ensuring consistent standards, best practices, and strong safety culture. • Lead and develop teams, manage third-party personnel, and ensure alignment with organizational goals and safety standards. • Perform other duties supporting the HSE Annual Operating Plan. Basic Qualifications: • Bachelor’s degree in environmental, Health, Safety, Industrial Engineering, or equivalent discipline desired Preferred qualifications: • 5+ years of progressively responsible experience in manufacturing or industrial safety. • Experience or education in heavy manufacturing, ergonomics and environmental compliance is highly desirable. • Experience with growth industry. • Experience leading and developing HSE leaders at the site level. • Multi-lingual candidate is a plus If you are interested in an open position but feel you may not meet all the listed qualifications, we still encourage you to apply. About Terex: Terex Corporation is a global leader in specialized equipment solutions, serving essential sectors such as emergency services, waste and recycling, utilities, and construction. Our diversified portfolio positions us in resilient, high-demand markets with strong long-term growth potential. We design and manufacture advanced specialty vehicles—including fire, ambulance, and recreational vehicles—alongside waste collection vehicles, materials processing machinery, mobile elevating work platforms, and equipment for the electric utility industry. Through our global dealer, parts and service network and true value-creating digital solutions, we deliver best-in-class lifecycle support, helping customers maximize return on investment. With a strong manufacturing footprint in the United States and operations across Europe, India, and Asia Pacific, Terex combines global reach with local expertise to capture opportunities worldwide. Our strategy is clear: exceed customer expectations, invest in innovation, leverage our diversified portfolio, and deliver consistent, profitable growth for our shareholders. For more information, please visit www.terex.com . Additional Information: We are passionate about producing equipment that helps improve the lives of people around the world and providing our team members with a rewarding career and the opportunity to make an impact. We are committed to recruiting, engaging, developing, and retaining team members at all levels of our global workforce. Our culture is defined by our Terex Way Values – Integrity, Respect, Improvement, Servant Leadership, Courage, and Citizenship. Our values are the driving force behind our commitment to maintain an inclusive, supportive, non-discriminatory, and safe workplace for all team members. To that end, we are committed to actively foster a culture where every team member feels valued, listened to, and appreciated. We are committed to being fair and impartial in our decisions. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. If you are a qualified individual with a disability, including disabled veterans, you may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to access job openings or apply for a job on this site as a result of your disability. You can request reasonable accommodations by contacting the recruiting department (person or department) at Globaltalentacquisitions@terex.com . The Company offers competitive salaries, advancement opportunities, and a full range of benefits, including paid vacation, 401(k), medical, dental, and vision.

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