Interim Site Director - Turnaround Energy Mega-Project DACH

Confidential - PE-backed Energy Infrastructure [NDA]

Mandated for Turnaround of critical CapEx project >50M€ when TRIF out of control and regulatory intervention imminent.

Operational Control: Took operational control of EHS organization in 30 days. Led 45 engineers + 200 field experts across construction & commissioning.

Deliverables:

• 75% TRIF reduction, 0 LTI after takeover

• 100% compliance restoration (BImSchG, Seveso III, ATEX, BetrSichV)

• PSM system from Engineering to Commissioning

• Day 1 Readiness for handover to permanent organization

Result: Site audit-ready, authority shutdown avoided, CapEx overrun stopped.

References: Details under NDA. Contact via reynoso-ehs.com

COO

RVSL Aachen UG

Other

10-50 team member

General Manager - Industrial Operations & EHS Compliance (DACH/EU, LATAM, USA)

Led multinational operations in highly regulated chemical & manufacturing sectors for 31 years. Head of company with sites across Germany, Portugal, Spain, Mexico, USA.

Operational Responsibility:

• Site Operations: Full P&L and operational control of industrial sites under BImSchG, Seveso III, ISO 45001/14001.

• Crisis & Turnaround: Stabilisation of critical operations under regulatory intervention, TRIF reduction, Stop Work authority.

• Carve-Out & PMI: Day 1 Readiness, permit transfer, harmonisation of safety cultures after M&A.

• EHS Due Diligence: Red Flag identification for PE acquisitions incl. quantified Remediation CapEx for SPA negotiation.

Supported PE and Corporate clients in achieving operational stability and audit-ready compliance where failure was not an option.

Result: Sites operational, permits secured, TRIF <1.0, handover to permanent successor.

References: Under NDA. Mandate via reynoso-ehs.com

Post-Merger Integration & Carve-Out - Industrial Manufacturing EU/ multiple Mandates

RVSL Aachen UG

Led multinational industrial operations across 6 countries (Germany, Portugal, Spain, Malta, Mexico, USA) in highly regulated chemical & manufacturing sectors.

Operational Responsibility:

• Full P&L and operational control of industrial sites under BImSchG, Seveso III, ISO 45001/14001

• Day 1 Readiness after SPA closing: permit transfer, Seveso responsibility, one management system

• Harmonisation of 2 safety cultures, 2 permit structures into 1 site, 1 system

• Crisis stabilisation & TRIF reduction under regulatory intervention

Result: Sites operational, permits secured, audit-ready compliance, handover to permanent successor.

Model: Executive Interim Management | Freelance | ANÜ

EHS Due Diligence M&A - Chemical Carve-Out DACH

Confidential - Private Equity / Corporate M&A [NDA]

Mandated for EHS Due Diligence pre-SPA for chemical manufacturing target.

Scope (15 days):

• Red Flag Report: Soil/Altlasten, Seveso III / COMAH gap, BImSchG permits, PSM gaps, pending litigation

• Quantified Remediation CapEx for SPA negotiation

• Deal-breaker assessment

Deliverables: Red Flag Report + Remediation CapEx + negotiation-ready dossier incl. § warranties.

Result: Hidden liability of 1.2M€ identified (outdated Seveso dossier). CapEx to remediate 300k€. Deal saved with price adjustment.

References: Details under NDA. Mandate via reynoso-ehs.com

Director EHS

Bayer | Mexiko

Pharmaceuticals & Medical Technology

>10.000 team member

Health, Safety & Environmental (HSE) Management – Industrial Manufacturing Sector
Responsible for the comprehensive management of occupational safety, fire protection, and health protection within industrial manufacturing environments. Ensured the effective execution of assigned tasks while maintaining a high standard of interdepartmental collaboration to support operational continuity and compliance.
Key responsibilities included:
•    Developing and implementing HSE protocols aligned with national and international standards
•    Conducting risk assessments and safety audits to identify and mitigate workplace hazards
•    Coordinating fire safety measures, emergency response plans, and evacuation procedures
•    Promoting health protection initiatives and ergonomic improvements for employee well-being
•    Collaborating with production, engineering, and HR departments to ensure seamless integration of safety practices
•    Monitoring regulatory changes and ensuring company-wide compliance with legal requirements
•    Training staff on safety awareness, incident reporting, and preventive measures
This role demanded a proactive approach to safety culture, precision in execution, and strong communication across all levels of the organization.

EHS Director

BASF | Mexiko

Industry & Mechanical Engineering

>10.000 team member

Health, Safety & Environmental (HSE) Management – Industrial Manufacturing Sector
Responsible for the comprehensive management of occupational safety, fire protection, and health protection within industrial manufacturing environments. Ensured the effective execution of assigned tasks while maintaining a high standard of interdepartmental collaboration to support operational continuity and compliance.
Key responsibilities included:
•    Developing and implementing HSE protocols aligned with national and international standards
•    Conducting risk assessments and safety audits to identify and mitigate workplace hazards
•    Coordinating fire safety measures, emergency response plans, and evacuation procedures
•    Promoting health protection initiatives and ergonomic improvements for employee well-being
•    Collaborating with production, engineering, and HR departments to ensure seamless integration of safety practices
•    Monitoring regulatory changes and ensuring company-wide compliance with legal requirements
•    Training staff on safety awareness, incident reporting, and preventive measures
This role demanded a proactive approach to safety culture, precision in execution, and strong communication across all levels of the organization.

nterim Site Director | Ex-BASF/ BAYER | Turnaround & PMI | DACH/EU Mandate | reynoso-ehs.com"

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