EHS Manager - Safety Officer (F/M/D)

ph3Company Description /h3 pVeolia Water Technologies is a member of the Veolia Water Group, the world leader in water and wastewater treatment as well as drinking water supply. Within the Group, Veolia WTS—a subsidiary specializing in technology solutions—is currently the largest multinational technology and construction company in the industry. A growing number of successful companies are seeking to outsource tasks that do not directly fall within their core business profile to external service providers. As an environmental service provider, the company offers its partners outsourced wastewater treatment, industrial water treatment, and emergency services, and operates the treatment and purification systems it has built, mobilized, or acquired. /p h3Job Description /h3 pThe EHS Manager is responsible for the systematic EHS management across Veolia Water Technologies’ operations in Switzerland. The EHS Manager is responsible for implementing comprehensive corporate programs related to Environment, Health, and Safety and for driving a long term strategic approach to EHS. This role will ensure compliance with local and international EHS regulations while promoting a culture of continuous improvement and safe, environmentally responsible practices. The role works closely with the organization, supporting managers, process owners as well as all employees in ensuring safety is always a top priority as well as safe and compliant operations. /p pbKey Responsibilities /b /p pbHealth, Safety Environment Management /b /p ul lipEnforce and maintain health and safety policies and procedures, conduct regular safety audits and risk assessments. Investigate incidents and accidents, provide safety training, ensure compliance with Swiss and EU health and safety regulations as well as the EHS regulations of Veolia. /p /li lipImplement and maintain environmental management systems in line with ISO standards. Ensure compliance with environmental regulations and permits. Manage environmental initiatives, environmental impact assessments, ensure systematic environmental management processes. /p /li lipSupport the planning, implementation and monitoring of safety risks in all activities. /p /li lipIdentify risks and support risk assessments. /p /li lipBe a strong contributor within the Veolia Water Tech EHS community and be an equally strong representative of the community in Switzerland. /p /li lipMonitor EHS KPIs, identify strengths and weaknesses and manage action plans accordingly. /p /li lipSupport the Sustainability management and ensure the required data is made available for strategic sustainability management and reporting. /p /li lipEnsure a fully compliant EHS competence matrix is effective in the organization. /p /li lipEnsure that a regulatory compliance process is in place and effective in the organization. /p /li lipSupport the management of Veolia Ozonia Switzerland AG with EHS expertise and support prioritization between EHS and other topics. /p /li lipFollow 'Always Safe' principles including compliance with occupational health and safety rules, leading by example, ensuring safety is primary consideration in work scheduling. /p /li /ul pbSafety Officer (SIBE) and Environment Responsible /b /p ul lipAct as Safety Officer (SIBE – Sicherheitsbeauftragter) and Environment Responsible within the Q.HSE organisation of Veolia Ozonia Switzerland AG, with tasks and responsibilities according to 'HQM - Local Q.HSE Organisation in OAG.pdf', specifically: /p ul lipSafety Officer /p /li lipEnvironment Responsible /p /li lipLocal Process Responsibles for HSE process /p /li /ul /li lipThe role of SIBE is a legal requirement under SUVA (Swiss National Accident Insurance Fund) regulation 6508 of EKAS (Eidgenössische Kommission für Arbeitssicherheit – Federal Coordination Commission for Occupational Safety), mandatory for companies with more than 10 employees and activities listed in appendix 1, which includes electroplating, ozone research lab, piloting activities and chemical lab of application. /p /li lipThe SIBE must hold an EKAS recognized training (KOPAS or Sicherheitsfachmann training) and attend periodic refresher courses offered by SUVA. /p /li /ul pbBuilding and Infrastructure Management /b /p pManage the building and its infrastructure (including furniture, excluding IT equipment), including among others: /p ul lipNegotiations with the landlord /p /li lipPlanning, supplier selection and coordination of maintenance, renovation, repair or modification of the building or infrastructure /p /li lipMaintaining related documentation /p /li lipIssuing instructions regarding use, access and behaviour related to the building and infrastructure /p /li /ul h3Qualifications /h3 ul lipBachelor's degree in Health and Safety, Environmental Science, Engineering, or related field /p /li lipPractical experience and proficiency in hazardous energy control and the strict application of LOTO standards on electrical, chemical, and gas systems /p /li lipFamiliar with Swiss and EU health, safety, and environmental regulations /p /li lipEKAS recognized training (KOPAS or Sicherheitsfachmann) or willingness to obtain it, with commitment to periodic SUVA refresher courses /p /li lipFluency in German and English /p /li lipExperience in ISO Management standards, ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 /p /li lipStrong analytical and problem-solving abilities /p /li lipStrong communicator with the ability and experience to build trust and engage employees on all levels /p /li lipExperience in the water treatment industry is a plus /p /li /ul h3Additional Information /h3 pWe believe that satisfied employees achieve outstanding results. That is why we invest heavily in your development, your well-being, and your success. At Veolia, you don’t just fill a position—you support a movement for environmental sustainability while building a rewarding career. /p pVeolia fosters diversity and evaluates all applications without discrimination. Ready to make a difference? Join our team and help shape the future of environmental solutions! /p pbAs an inclusive company, Veolia is committed to diversity and gives equal consideration to all applications, without discrimination. /b /p /p #J-18808-Ljbffr