Lead EHSS&S (Environment, Health, Safety, Security & Sustainability) topics across German operations in line with global and European strategies
Ensure legal compliance while driving continuous improvement
Strengthen a proactive safety culture
Identify and mitigate Serious Incident and Fatality (SIF) risks
Develop and maintain Safe Systems of Work (SSoW)
Act as the primary EHS contact for regulators and audits
Manage incident investigations, including root cause analysis
Support ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 certifications
Partner with operations and customers to reduce risk
Deliver EHS training and manage third-party EHS providers

Degree-level qualification in science, occupational safety, or a related field
Certification as „Fachkraft für Arbeitssicherheit“ (ASiG §6)
Fire Protection Officer qualification
Relevant environmental qualification
Lead Auditor certification (ISO 14001 & 45001)
Safety Culture Analysis and development, including behavior-based safety programs
Extensive EHS experience in a global, multi-site organization
Working knowledge of German occupational health and safety legislation governing agencies
Demonstrable application of ATEX 137 regulations within a chemical warehouse
Fluent German and fluent English (C1)
SEVESO inventory management and calculation experience would be an asset
Ergonomics experience would be an asset
Knowledge of safety in automation would be an asset

A strategic, high-impact role with country-wide scope
Strong visibility and collaboration with site leadership and regulators
The opportunity to actively shape safety, sustainability, and risk management in a multi-site environment
Competitive compensation and benefits, including base salary, a performance-based annual bonus, and a company car
Flexible working arrangements and a high degree of autonomy
A purpose-driven organization with safety as a core value

EHS Manager – Germany

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