HSE Manager GCB Switzerland 80 - 100% (f/m/d)

The opportunityAre you passionate about protecting people, safeguarding the environment, and driving a strong health and safety culture in a manufacturing environment? As our HSE Manager for the Generator Circuit Breaker (GCB) factory in Switzerland, you will take full ownership of the Health, Safety, and Environment function and play a key role in shaping a safe, compliant, and sustainable workplace across our operations.In this position, you will lead and develop the local HSE organization, including one direct report, while acting as the trusted advisor to business leadership and operational teams. You will collaborate closely with managers, employees, contractors, and external stakeholders to ensure the highest HSE standards, drive continuous improvement initiatives, and contribute to Hitachi Energy's ambition of achieving zero life changing injuries.How you’ll make an impactLead the HSE function for GCB Switzerland and provide leadership, coaching, and development to one direct reportEnsure strong commitment to health, safety, and environmental standards, management systems, corporate requirements, and legal obligationsPartner with business leaders and operational teams to integrate HSE into daily decision-making and business processesCommunicate HSE initiatives, programs, and best practices to ensure a consistent understanding and application across the organizationMonitor compliance with Swiss regulations, Hitachi Energy policies, and ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 requirements, ensuring timely resolution of non-conformancesImplement, maintain, and continuously improve the HSE Management System and associated governance processesLead HSE audits, inspections, and assurance activities while ensuring effective follow-up and closure of identified actionsInvestigate incidents, near misses, and unsafe conditions, identify root causes, and drive sustainable corrective and preventive actionsSupport factory operations, engineering projects, facility modifications, and investment initiatives through risk assessments and expert HSE guidanceOversee contractor safety management and ensure effective risk controls for external service providers working on siteLead HSE Reviews, monitor key performance indicators, and provide management with meaningful performance insightsPromote employee engagement and foster a proactive safety culture through training, campaigns, leadership involvement, and continuous improvement initiativesCollaborate with local, regional, and global HSE networks to drive standardization, share best practices, and support strategic HSE programsYour background5+ years of experience in a managerial HSE role within a manufacturing, industrial, engineering, or energy-related environmentCertified HSE professional according to Swiss legislationStrong leadership personality with proven experience in leading teams and influencing stakeholders across all organizational levelsSound understanding of occupational health, safety, environmental, and sustainability requirements within industrial operationsPractical hands‑on experience in developing, implementing, and managing HSE management systems and improvement programsStrong knowledge of Swiss HSE legislation and international standards such as ISO 14001 and ISO 45001Experience conducting risk assessments, incident investigations, audits, and compliance reviewsAbility to analyze complex risks, identify practical solutions, and drive sustainable improvementsStrong interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills with the ability to engage employees, managers, and external stakeholdersInternational experience and intercultural awareness are considered an advantageSolution‑oriented, proactive, and resilient personality with a strong commitment to operational excellenceFluent in English and German, both written and spokenMore about usOur flexible working practices help you optimize personal and business performance while creating an environment where all employees can develop their skills and grow. #J-18808-Ljbffr