Overview

Group 1 Automotive, Inc., an international, Fortune 250 automotive retailer and a leading operator in the automotive retailing industry, is seeking an experienced and dynamic Manager, Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS)-Atlanta to join our team.

Group 1 Automotive owns and operates automotive dealerships and collision centers in the United States and United Kingdom. We offer our associates a team environment, great benefits and ongoing training and support. If you are in alignment with our values of integrity, transparency, professionalism, teamwork, and respect - now might be the time for you to accelerate your career as part of the best company in automotive retail.

Position Overview

Regional EHS Managers are the frontline leaders responsible for executing Group 1 Automotive’s Environment, Health & Safety programs across their assigned region’s dealerships and collision centers. They serve as trusted safety partners to regional and field leadership, deliver hands-on support, training, and program implementation to drive a positive, proactive safety culture and ensure regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities

Program Implementation – Roll out corporate EHS programs and ensure dealership compliance with safety standards
Field Leadership Support – Act as the go-to EHS resource for Market Directors, General Managers, Service Directors, and Fixed Ops leaders
Training & Coaching – Deliver safety training and toolbox talks; coach on-site leaders on leading safe behaviors
Audits & Inspections – Conduct site audits and job hazard assessments; ensure timely closure of action items
Incident Response – Support incident investigations and root cause analysis; track corrective actions
Data & Reporting – Submit TRIR, LTIR, and vehicle incident data; support data quality and dashboard inputs
Contractor Oversight – Ensure vendor safety compliance during facility work, construction, or maintenance
Culture Building – Promote safety campaigns and recognition; share best practices across regions. Ability to understand and connect with people, build trust, and mediate disputes to foster a collaborative environment
Team Management – Manage EHS Administrators daily activities and performance
Other duties, as assigned

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree preferred; equivalent experience in safety or operations will be considered
5+ years of safety, risk, or operations leadership in a multi-site environment
Strong knowledge of OSHA and vehicle service-related hazards
Knowledge of EHS management software and tools
Comfortable working in auto dealerships, service bays, and shop-floor environments
Ability to clearly explain safety procedures, lead and motivate employees
Strong knowledge managing Worker’s comp injuries
Confident and effective at delivering presentations
Excellent interpersonal and coaching skills; ability to influence without authority
Valid driver’s license; ability to travel regionally 50–70% of the time

*All applicants must pass pre-employment testing to include: background checks, MVR, and drug testing in order to qualify for employment*

Group 1 Automotive is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and participates in E-Verify

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