Andrzej Duda

Senior Regional Environmental Compliance & Governance Leader (EMEA & Emerging Markets)Strategic EHS executive with 7+ years of experience managing complex regulatory landscapes across 12+ jurisdictions (EU, MEA, Africa). Expert in EU Market Access (WEEE/Packaging) and legal representation before national authorities (e.g., DOSH Kenya, CSSCT France, RSPP Italy). Proven track record of establishing regional Safety Committees and Labs Safety Forums. Trusted advisor to Global/EMEA Executives and Country Boards, specializing in integrating environmental governance with AI-driven process optimization and large-scale CapEx projects.

Executive Governance & Global Reporting

• Direct Strategic Reporting: Report directly to Global and EMEA EHS Managers; act as a Strategic Advisor to Country Boards and Regional Directors (PL, FR, TR, ZA, KE, GR, ES, PT, SA, EG, UAE, IT).
• Committee Leadership: Founded and lead Strategic Safety Committees in Poland, Turkey, and a Pan-African Committee (South Africa, Kenya, Egypt, Nigeria). Established a Regional Safety Forum for IT Laboratory Managers in PL, IT, and ZA.
• International Labor Relations: Lead collaboration with specialized bodies: French CSSCT, Italian Health & Safety Committees, and Spanish Safety Councils.

Market Access & Regulatory Gateway

• EU Compliance (WEEE): Lead the regulatory gateway for electronics/packaging entry into the EU via Poland; ensure 100% alignment with WEEE (ZSEiE) and Packaging Waste directives.
• Emerging Markets Entry: Spearhead official company registration and legal compliance with the Directorate of Occupational Health and Safety Services (DOSH) in Kenya.
• Italy RSPP Integration: Strategically partner with the RSPP to align Italian legal requirements with global corporate standards.

Operational Excellence & Digital Innovation

• AI & Agile Transformation: Leverage AI tools and data analytics for automated compliance reporting and risk assessments; implement Agile/Sprint workflows to drive iterative EHS performance improvements.
• Stakeholder & Vendor Management: Partner with P&C Regional Directors and EMEA Investment teams on regional CapEx projects. Directly manage 8 dedicated EHS consultants from market-leading firms.
• Environmental Systems: Execute end-to-end management using: BDO, KOBIZE, CRO (PL), Rentrii (IT), Klímagáz Adatbázis (HU), and Track Détaché (FR).
• ISO 14001 & Circular Economy: Core member of ISO 14001 teams (PL, IT, FR); oversee legal registers' reviews and global asset recovery/recycling programs.

Managed comprehensive H&S and Environmental Protection operations for high-risk LPG infrastructure, ensuring full compliance with national regulations and UGI International standards.

Key Achievements & Responsibilities:

• High-Risk Facility Management: Led H&S and Fire Protection for the LPG Filling Plant in Sławków (Seveso III site), managing complex safety protocols including ETA, PHA, HAZOP, and LOPA analyses.
• Environmental Governance: Oversaw regional environmental compliance, including KOBIZE reporting, permit management, and Extended Producer Responsibility (packaging placement on the market).
• Systems & Auditing: Served as an Internal Auditor for ISO 9001, PN-EN 18001, and OHSAS. Successfully implemented the UGI Industrial Management System (IMS) in cooperation with UGI East.
• Quality Management & Supply Chain Oversight: Conducted quality and operational audits of 3rd party terminals, LPG plants, and distribution depots to ensure compliance with technical standards; acted as the primary technical liaison for the Supply Department regarding product quality (LPG), vendor reliability, and technical specifications, while leading root-cause investigations into product quality issues at supplier/distributor facilities to ensure effective corrective actions.
• Technical Safety & ATEX: Developed and updated critical safety documentation, including Fire Safety Manuals and ATEX Explosion Protection Documents.
• Multi-site Supervision: Managed the hazardous substances register for 5 plants across Poland and conducted safety audits for the distribution network (fleet and depots).
• Operational Support: Provided expert guidance to the Operations Department by developing safety procedures, instructions, and conducting regular plant inspections to foster a proactive safety culture.

Coordinated complex production transitions and brand change processes within the Secondary Department (high-speed assembly and packaging) for global brands such as Marlboro, L&M, and Parliament.

Key Responsibilities:

• Quality Assurance & Risk Mitigation: Minimized the risk of Brand-Mix by implementing rigorous verification protocols for Non-Tobacco Materials (NTM) and ensuring machines were properly cleared between production orders.
• Process Coordination: Delivered full technical specifications for new production orders and ensured 100% compliance with standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Operational Excellence: Promoted and implemented 5S principles across production areas to optimize workflow and maintain a highly organized workspace.
• Safety Leadership: Actively promoted a safety-first culture on the production floor and supported production supervisors in daily employee management and oversight.
• Compliance Monitoring: Verified the integrity of the entire packaging process, ensuring that the final product met strict quality and brand standards.

Delivered comprehensive Occupational Safety and Health (OSH) services for a large-scale manufacturing and operational environment, ensuring full compliance with Polish labor law and corporate safety standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Safety Governance & Monitoring: Conducted regular workplace inspections and monitored working conditions. Organized and led Safety Committee meetings to drive continuous EHS improvements.
• Incident Management: Managed the end-to-end accident investigation process, including root cause analysis, preparing legal documentation, and implementing corrective actions.
• Bilingual Training & Onboarding: Developed and delivered EHS induction and periodic training programs in both English and Polish for a diverse, international workforce.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Represented the EHS function in formal meetings with Trade Unions and coordinated specialized programs, such as first aid training.
• Risk Management: Supported the Operations Department by conducting comprehensive risk assessments and ensuring all safety protocols were integrated into daily production activities.

Managed H&S, Fire Protection, and Environmental compliance across 6 regional locations (3 LPG plants and 3 distribution depots), ensuring alignment with both Polish law and FLAGA Europe international standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Multi-site Regional Management: Oversaw safety operations for 6 industrial sites, managing high-risk infrastructure and ensuring operational continuity.
• International HSE Coordination: Collaborated with FLAGA Europe on annual reporting, audits, and the implementation of Group HSE/OPS standards.
• High-Risk Technical Compliance: Developed and maintained critical documentation, including Seveso II & III, ATEX (Explosion Protection), and Fire Safety Manuals. Managed the regional MSDS registry.
• Environmental Governance: Handled full environmental reporting (KOBIZE, fees, permits) and Extended Producer Responsibility (packaging compliance).
• Specialized Incident Investigation: Acted as a lead investigator for workplace accidents and heavy/light vehicle incidents, implementing corrective actions to improve fleet safety.
• Quality Management & Supply Chain Oversight: Conducted quality and operational audits of 3rd party terminals, LPG plants, and distribution depots to ensure compliance with technical standards; acted as the primary technical liaison for the Supply Department regarding product quality (LPG), vendor reliability, and technical specifications, while leading root-cause investigations into product quality issues at supplier/distributor facilities to ensure effective corrective actions.
• Key Account EHS Liaison: Served as the primary EHS point of contact for strategic clients, including Shell and BP, ensuring our safety standards met their rigorous requirements.
• Systems & Auditing: Managed and audited Integrated Management Systems based on ISO 9001, PN-EN 18001, and OHSAS standards.

Drove safety excellence and technical integrity within the LPG business unit, ensuring full alignment with BP’s global Operating Management System (OMS) and international safety standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Road Safety Leadership (SPA): Acted as the Single Point of Accountability (SPA) for the BP Drive Safety Standard. Responsible for the validation and implementation of road safety protocols across the LPG business.
• Contractor Assurance (CAP): Managed the Contractor Assurance Program (CAP), overseeing the selection, safety onboarding, and performance of third-party contractors through rigorous audits and inspections.
• Quality Management & Supply Chain Oversight: Conducted quality and operational audits of 3rd party terminals, LPG plants, and distribution depots to ensure compliance with technical standards; acted as the primary technical liaison for the Supply Department regarding product quality (LPG), vendor reliability, and technical specifications, while leading root-cause investigations into product quality issues at supplier/distributor facilities to ensure effective corrective actions.
• Operating Management System (OMS): Supported the implementation and continuous development of the BP OMS, creating robust operational procedures to enhance business safety and technical integrity.
• Safety Culture & Training: Developed a proactive safety culture by organizing and conducting specialized training sessions and safety leadership meetings.
• International Collaboration: Partnered with international Business Unit (BU) and Production Unit (PU) teams to harmonize safety practices and achieve global BP safety targets.
• Technical and Industrial Process Integrity: Collaborated with engineering and operational departments to ensure the technical and industrial integrity process Integrity of assets and the effective management of safety-critical equipment.

Managed end-to-end LPG delivery logistics across multiple market segments, including retail gas stations, B2B, heating installations, and strategic Key Accounts. Focused on operational efficiency, cost optimization, and transport safety.

Key Responsibilities:

• Delivery Process Management: Orchestrated complex LPG logistics for diverse sectors, ensuring timely supply and fulfillment of quantitative contract commitments. Service quality management.
• Logistics Optimization: Analyzed and optimized logistics structures to reduce operational costs while maintaining high service levels for Key Accounts.
• Contractor & Fleet Management: Managed relationships and monitored performance of major transport partners, including Hoyer Poland and ABS Bonifer, overseeing large-scale transport contracts.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partnered with Supply, Operations, and Customer Service (CSU) to align logistics with sales targets and supply chain capabilities.
• Technical Consultancy: Provided technical expertise to the marketing and autogas departments regarding LPG engine adaptation and internal combustion systems.
• Safety Leadership: Organized and led safety meetings for truck drivers, ensuring compliance with transport safety protocols and operational standards.

Managed the logistical flow and supply coordination of LPG via rail transport, ensuring supply continuity for plants across Poland while handling international supplier relations and financial documentation.

Key Responsibilities:

• Rail Logistics Management: Monitored and controlled the movement of Rail Tank Cars (RTCs) to optimize the supply chain and ensure timely delivery of products to Polish plants.
• Contract Management: Operated and maintained contracts with both domestic and international LPG suppliers, ensuring fulfillment of all contractual obligations.
• Financial Administration: Managed the settlement of transport invoices and ensured the accuracy of financial records within the SunSystems ERP environment.
• Compliance & Customs: Oversaw critical transport and customs documentation, ensuring full compliance with international trade regulations for hazardous materials.
• LPG Quality Management – Managing the process of product quality verification.
• Order Management: Efficiently generated and managed purchase orders and supply requests using SunSystems, maintaining high data integrity.

• Familiarize with operations in LPG supply department.
• Core Competencies:
• Supply Chain Management | Logistics Management (Rail Transport) | International Trade & Customs | ERP Systems (SunSystems) | Product Quality

Industrial Fitter & Service Technician - Grupa Azoty (Tarnów, Poland) One of the largest chemical complexes in Europe.

Key Projects & Turnarounds:

• Actively participated in large-scale Annual Maintenance Shutdowns (Turnarounds) at the Polyamide Production Department, ensuring technical readiness and process integrity.
• Pump System Modernization: Managed the modernization of specialized pumping systems for Phenol transfer, focusing on material compatibility and leak prevention.
• Caprolactam & Hydrogen Units: Executed technical upgrades and service projects within the Caprolactam and Hydrogen production departments, optimizing high-pressure installations.
• Decommissioning & Safety: Oversaw the dismantling and demolition of hazardous installations at the liquidated Hydrogen Cyanide (HCN) department, maintaining strict safety and environmental protocols.
• Cooling Systems & Infrastructure: Managed the replacement of Ammonia cooling systems and the structural maintenance of steel frameworks within the Acids production unit.

Technical Internship – Power Generation & Energy Infrastructure Combined Heat and Power Plant (CHP) - Practical Training

• Operational Insight: Gained comprehensive exposure to CHP plant operations, focusing on coal handling units, boiler systems, and mechanical control processes.
• Turbines & Cooling Systems: Observed and analyzed the maintenance protocols for industrial steam turbines and large-scale cooling systems to ensure thermal efficiency.
• Energy Transmission & Grid: Studied the technical aspects of energy transmission and grid synchronization within a high-voltage environment.
• Quality & Environmental Control: Gained practical knowledge of fuel quality verification (calorific value testing) and environmental monitoring systems for industrial emissions.