EHS Specialist

h3About the Role /h3pJOB DESCRIPTION: 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. /ph3Key Responsibilities /h3ulliEnsure accurate and timely reporting of site EHS metrics. /liliDevelop and lead onsite Emergency Response programs. /liliAdapt and rollout global EHS training programs. /liliEnsure EHS documentation is accurate and compliant to internal standards and Swiss laws and regulations. /liliAct as the point of contact for EHS matters at Abbott Heart Failure’s Zurich site. /liliSupport Company initiatives as identified by management and in support of Safety Management Systems, Environmental Management Systems (EMS), and other regulatory requirements. /liliPromote work safety on site and act as Spezialisten der Arbeitssicherheit (ASA) and facilitate periodic safety audits. /liliOrganize 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 /li /ulh3Required Qualifications/Technical Skills /h3ulliBachelor/Master’s degree in a Science or Engineering discipline /liliProfessional certification preferred including Certified Safety Professional (CSP), Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH), ISO14001 Lead Auditor /liliMin. 3 years of experience in EHS Management ideally in a global, American corporation /liliAble to work in a matrix environment with little supervision /liliExperience within Med-Tech or pharmaceutical industry desired /liliEfficient hands‑on project experience, able to get things done /liliExcellent communication skills, with the ability to adapt it to all levels /liliStructured, rigorous and analytical approach /liliExcellent command of English with German proficiency preferred, both written and spoken. /li /ulh3Reporting/Supervisory Structure /h3pThe role reports directly to the Director of Site Operations with a dotted line to the Division Environmental Health and Safety Leader. /ph3Why Join Abbott / Thoratec? /h3pAt Abbott, we believe people do their best work when they feel supported, respected, and able to grow. /ppYou can expect: /pulliWork that directly improves and saves lives /liliLong‑term career development in a global healthcare organization /liliA stable, crisis‑resilient industry /liliA collaborative, international, and highly skilled team /liliA modern workplace in the heart of Zurich /liliAn inclusive culture where diverse perspectives are valued /li /ulh3Base Pay /h3pThe base pay for this position is N/A. /ppIn specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted. /ph3Job Details /h3pJOB FAMILY: Engineering /ppDIVISION: HF Heart Failure /ppLOCATION: Switzerland : Technoparkstrass 1 CH 8005 /ppADDITIONAL LOCATIONS: /ppWORK SHIFT: Standard /ppTRAVEL: Not specified /ppMEDICAL SURVEILLANCE: Not Applicable /ppSIGNIFICANT WORK ACTIVITIES: Not Applicable /ppAn equal opportunity employer, Abbott welcomes and encourages diversity in our workforce. /p #J-18808-Ljbffr