Zurich, Switzerland | Thoratec Switzerland GmbH (Abbott) At
Thoratec Switzerland GmbH , part of Abbott’s medical device division, we design and manufacture
life‑saving heart pump systems
used by patients with advanced heart failure around the world. Our products — including
CentriMag
and
HeartMate 3
— are developed and produced at our Zurich site and support patients every day in critical care settings.
With around
140 colleagues
across Development, Quality, and Production, our Zurich site combines deep technical expertise with a strong sense of purpose and teamwork. As we continue to grow, we are looking for a
EHS Specialist
who enjoys
collaboration, learning, and leading with care , while contributing to work that truly makes a difference.
About The Role The
EHS Specialist
will be responsible for implementing internal and external standards regarding environment, health and safety as well as physical security. The successful candidate will continuously monitor, report, sustain, update and implement new requirements and represent the site’s program to auditors and government officials. In this cross‑functional role, you’ll report into the plants head of operations and collaborate with a global EHS team.
Key Responsibilities:
Ensure accurate and timely reporting of site EHS metrics.
Develop and lead onsite Emergency Response programs.
Adapt and rollout global EHS training programs.
Ensure EHS documentation is accurate and compliant to internal standards and Swiss laws and regulations.
Act as the point of contact for EHS matters at Abbott Heart Failure’s Zurich site.
Support Company initiatives as identified by management and in support of Safety Management Systems, Environmental Management Systems (EMS), and other regulatory requirements.
Promote work safety on site and act as Spezialisten der Arbeitssicherheit (ASA) and facilitate periodic safety audits.
Organize and manage compliance with Abbott EHS standards via assessment of site programs and documents.
Incorporate duties of a Swiss SiBe (Sicherheitsbeauftragter).
Work as a team player on a global EHS team.
Required Qualifications/Technical Skills:
Bachelor/Master’s degree in a Science or Engineering discipline.
Professional certification preferred including Certified Safety Professional (CSP), Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH), ISO14001 Lead Auditor.
Min. 3 years of experience in EHS Management ideally in a global, American corporation.
Able to work in a matrix environment with little supervision.
Experience within Med-Tech or pharmaceutical industry desired.
Efficient hands‑on project experience, able to get things done.
Excellent communication skills, with the ability to adapt it to all levels.
Structured, rigorous and analytical approach.
Excellent command of English with German proficiency preferred, both written and spoken.
Reporting/Supervisory Structure:
The role reports directly to the Director of Site Operations with a dotted line to the Division Environmental Health and Safety Leader.
Why Join Abbott / Thoratec? At Abbott, we believe people do their best work when they feel
supported, respected, and able to grow . You can expect:
Work that
directly improves and saves lives .
Long‑term career development in a global healthcare organization.
A
stable, crisis‑resilient industry .
A collaborative, international, and highly skilled team.
A modern workplace in the heart of
Zurich .
An inclusive culture where
diverse perspectives are valued .
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Thoratec Switzerland GmbH , part of Abbott’s medical device division, we design and manufacture
life‑saving heart pump systems
used by patients with advanced heart failure around the world. Our products — including
CentriMag
and
HeartMate 3
— are developed and produced at our Zurich site and support patients every day in critical care settings.
With around
140 colleagues
across Development, Quality, and Production, our Zurich site combines deep technical expertise with a strong sense of purpose and teamwork. As we continue to grow, we are looking for a
EHS Specialist
who enjoys
collaboration, learning, and leading with care , while contributing to work that truly makes a difference.
About The Role The
EHS Specialist
will be responsible for implementing internal and external standards regarding environment, health and safety as well as physical security. The successful candidate will continuously monitor, report, sustain, update and implement new requirements and represent the site’s program to auditors and government officials. In this cross‑functional role, you’ll report into the plants head of operations and collaborate with a global EHS team.
Key Responsibilities:
Ensure accurate and timely reporting of site EHS metrics.
Develop and lead onsite Emergency Response programs.
Adapt and rollout global EHS training programs.
Ensure EHS documentation is accurate and compliant to internal standards and Swiss laws and regulations.
Act as the point of contact for EHS matters at Abbott Heart Failure’s Zurich site.
Support Company initiatives as identified by management and in support of Safety Management Systems, Environmental Management Systems (EMS), and other regulatory requirements.
Promote work safety on site and act as Spezialisten der Arbeitssicherheit (ASA) and facilitate periodic safety audits.
Organize and manage compliance with Abbott EHS standards via assessment of site programs and documents.
Incorporate duties of a Swiss SiBe (Sicherheitsbeauftragter).
Work as a team player on a global EHS team.
Required Qualifications/Technical Skills:
Bachelor/Master’s degree in a Science or Engineering discipline.
Professional certification preferred including Certified Safety Professional (CSP), Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH), ISO14001 Lead Auditor.
Min. 3 years of experience in EHS Management ideally in a global, American corporation.
Able to work in a matrix environment with little supervision.
Experience within Med-Tech or pharmaceutical industry desired.
Efficient hands‑on project experience, able to get things done.
Excellent communication skills, with the ability to adapt it to all levels.
Structured, rigorous and analytical approach.
Excellent command of English with German proficiency preferred, both written and spoken.
Reporting/Supervisory Structure:
The role reports directly to the Director of Site Operations with a dotted line to the Division Environmental Health and Safety Leader.
Why Join Abbott / Thoratec? At Abbott, we believe people do their best work when they feel
supported, respected, and able to grow . You can expect:
Work that
directly improves and saves lives .
Long‑term career development in a global healthcare organization.
A
stable, crisis‑resilient industry .
A collaborative, international, and highly skilled team.
A modern workplace in the heart of
Zurich .
An inclusive culture where
diverse perspectives are valued .
#J-18808-Ljbffr
EHS Specialist Arbeitgeber: Abbott Laboratories
Abbott GmbH in Wiesbaden bietet eine dynamische Arbeitsumgebung, die auf Innovation und Teamarbeit setzt. Als Arbeitgeber fördern wir das Wachstum unserer Mitarbeiter durch kontinuierliche Weiterbildung und Entwicklungsmöglichkeiten, während wir gleichzeitig ein inklusives und unterstützendes Arbeitsklima schaffen. Unsere Mitarbeiter profitieren von flexiblen Arbeitszeiten und der Möglichkeit, an bedeutenden Projekten in der Molekulardiagnostik zu arbeiten, was zu einer erfüllenden und sinnstiftenden Karriere führt.
