Vitor Santos
About Vitor Santos
Vitor Santos serves as the Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) South America Division Manager at Faurecia Automotive do Brasil Ltda, where he has worked since 2010. He has extensive experience in HSE management, having previously held roles at Motorola and Valeo.
Work at Faurecia
Vitor Santos has served as the Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) South America Division Manager at Faurecia Automotive do Brasil Ltda since 2010. In this role, he has developed and tracked HSE performance metrics to ensure compliance and continuous improvement across operations in Brazil and Argentina. He has been responsible for monitoring and communicating HSE legislation that impacts corporate operations, engaging with national and industry bodies to stay informed on relevant regulations. Additionally, he coordinates high-level activities among corporate affiliate HSE coordinators to ensure consistency and eliminate duplication of efforts.
Previous Experience at Valeo
Prior to his tenure at Faurecia, Vitor Santos worked at Valeo as the Health, Safety, Security & Environment (HSSE) Supervisor from 1997 to 2010. During this 13-year period, he focused on implementing safety protocols and ensuring compliance with environmental regulations. His experience at Valeo laid the groundwork for his expertise in managing HSE initiatives and programs.
Career at Motorola
Vitor Santos began his career as a Safety and Environment Technician at Motorola, where he worked from 1997 to 2007 for a total of 10 years. In this role, he gained valuable experience in safety management and environmental compliance, which contributed to his professional development in the field of health and safety.
Education and Expertise
Vitor Santos studied at Universidade Estadual de Campinas, where he specialized in Safety Engineering from 2006 to 2007. This academic background provided him with the foundational knowledge and skills necessary to excel in health, safety, and environmental management roles throughout his career.
HSE Training and Development
In his current role at Faurecia, Vitor Santos has led the coordination and development of Health, Safety & Environment training programs. He maintains comprehensive training records to ensure that all personnel are adequately trained in HSE practices. His efforts have played a significant role in integrating HSE considerations into the overall business plan through the implementation of effective HSE management systems.