Hitachi Energy AG
Zurich, Zurich, Switzerland
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Environmental Specialist 80 - 100% (m/f/d)
- 17 February 2026
- 80 – 100%
- Zurich, Zurich, Switzerland
Job summary
Join a company where safety and innovation converge. Contribute to a healthy, sustainable work environment.
Tasks
- Ensure compliance with safety and environmental regulations.
- Conduct risk assessments and environmental analyses effectively.
- Support leaders with HSE inquiries and conduct training sessions.
Skills
- Degree in environmental sciences or related fields required.
- Strong communication and consulting skills for HSE.
- Analytical skills for HSE metrics and continuous improvement.
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About the job
About the Position
Actively shape the future – where safety and innovation meet.
We are looking for a committed and professionally competent environmental specialist who strengthens our commitment to a safe, healthy, and sustainable working environment.
In this central role, you are responsible for initiatives to protect our employees, ensure compliance with relevant regulations, and promote a proactive safety and environmental culture throughout the company.
What You Can Achieve
Ensure compliance with environmental and safety regulations as well as internal guidelines
Conduct risk, hazard, and environmental analyses including deriving measures
Plan and conduct internal audits, inspections, and environmental controls
Investigate accidents and incidents and develop prevention measures
Participate in sustainability and environmental projects and promote the environmental culture
Create and conduct training on environmental and safety-related topics
Advise and support managers and project teams on HSE issues
Collaborate with authorities, auditors, and external partners
What You Bring
Degree in environmental sciences, environmental engineering, occupational safety, or a comparable technical/scientific field (FH/University)
Several years of professional experience in HSE or environmental areas, ideally in industry, production, or technical organizations
Solid knowledge of Swiss occupational safety and environmental legislation, including relevant ordinances (e.g., Major Accident Ordinance, Chemical Law, Environmental Protection Law)
Experience in conducting risk analyses, hazard assessments, as well as accident and incident investigations, including deriving measures
Practical experience in planning, conducting, and follow-up of audits, inspections, and internal walkthroughs, ideally according to ISO 14001 / ISO 45001
Strong communication and consulting skills to support managers, project leaders, and employees in HSE matters
Ability to create and conduct training on occupational safety, environment, and sustainability
Analytical skills and experience handling HSE key figures, reporting, and continuous improvement
Very good German skills as well as good English skills, additional national languages are an advantage
More About Us
Our flexible working models help you optimize personal and professional performance and create an environment where all employees can further develop their skills and grow.
