Global EHS Expert

February 09, 2023 Full TimeZug Switzerland

Global EHS Expert

SHL Medical is the world-leading solution provider in the design, development, and manufacturing of advanced drug delivery systems with more than 5000 employees worldwide. Our customers include top pharmaceutical and biotech companies from around the globe that require innovative devices such as auto-injectors or pen injectors to effectively deliver their drugs. Headquartered in Switzerland since late 2018, with sites in Sweden, Taiwan, and the United States. 

 

Job Overview 

At SHL Medical we develop devices that help our patients to get their treatment in the comfort of their homes. Health and Independency of our patients is our driver. At SHL Medical, we have set Environmental Social Governance (ESG) strategy to further increase the value created for patients, society and SHL Medical. We strive for continually reducing the carbon footprint of our operations and our products, enhancing the health and safety of our employees, and supporting our customers to achieve their sustainability commitments. 

We are looking for an experienced professional with strategic and operational skills to help us leverage SHL Medical ESG strategy to best-in-class and to drive further systematic change across the organization.  

This role reports to the Global Head of Sustainability. This is a unique opportunity to shape SHL Medical Sustainability & ESG strategy and work with senior leaders across the organization to drive impact. Join our dynamic Global Sustainability team! 

 

Main Responsibilities 

• Development and implementation of the EH&S vision, strategy and associated roadmaps to support company goals globally; 


• Development, planning, and implementation of environmental health and safety policies and procedures across organization aligned with ISO 45001 and ISO 140001 and industrial best practices; 


• Development of Sustainability & EHS statement for the integration of Environment, Health, Safety, Sustainability and Legal Compliance matters within SHL Capital Investments; 


• Act as subject expert matter for CaPex projects. Provide projects support in terms of EHS & Sustainability expertise during whole project lifecycle e.g., elaboration and/or critical review of EHS and Sustainability statements, EHS coordination, assess EHS competences and capabilities of service contractors, etc.;   


• Ensure performance of the EHS inspections and validations according to standards and relevant regulations; 


• Provide process safety expertise across the organization; and create and maintain a robust risk assessment at local and global levels and ensure that appropriate mitigation plans are in place, prioritized and executed against. 

 

Skills and Qualification 

• BSc in occupational Safety and Health, Engineering, Environmental Sciences or similar; 


• Candidates with a Master’s degree specialized in Occupational Health and Safety or Professional Certifications are preferred; 


• Requires minimum of 10 years of relevant EH&S experience; 


• Demonstrated experience in contribution in medium to large CaPEx investments required; 


• Demonstrated experience in process safety, mechanical and electrical safety highly desirable;  


• Self-motivated and able to work independently to find solutions; 


• Demonstrated leadership, influencing, and collaboration skills; 


• Ability to lead and manage multiple projects simultaneously; 


• Fluent in English, required; 


• Ability to travel approximately 35%. 

 

We Offer 

• Modern working environment with state-of-the-art facilities and technologies. 


• Challenging assignments in a fast growing and innovative industry. 


• Position in a dynamic, international team of highly skilled professionals. 


• Various opportunities for personal and professional development within a global organization. 


• Flexible hours and working from home policy.  


• Centrally located office in Zug, very close to the train station.  

Interested in joining SHL Medical and in supporting us with your expertise and personality? Then we look forward to receiving your application including your CV, motivation letter, and all other relevant documents to our Talent Acquisition Department at RecruitCH@shl-group.com. 

Please note: For this position, we do not consider applications from recruitment agencies. 

 

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