EHS Specialist

8262 Baxalta Manufacturing Sarl; Lavamünd; Vor Ort; EUR 111.000 - 153.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Takeda seeks an experienced Environment, Health and Safety Specialist for our Neuchâtel site in Switzerland. You will partner with senior leaders to drive a proactive safety culture, manage risks, and support continuous EHS improvement, reporting to the EHS HEAD.

The role emphasizes construction safety, contractor oversight, and emergency response planning within a highly regulated manufacturing environment. Fluency in English with French desirable.

Qualifikationen

• Degree or equivalent in Environmental Science, Health & Safety, Engineering, Fire Protection, or related discipline.
• Professional certifications in occupational safety and health (STPS) and fire protection (AEAI) are highly desirable.
• 3 years of experience in an EHS role within regulated environments.
• Strong knowledge of Swiss EHS regulations and contractor management.
• Experience managing emergency response programs and fire protection activities.
• Experience overseeing construction safety and permit-to-work systems.

Aufgaben

• Lead EHS leadership and partner with operational teams to embed EHS into daily decisions.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate workplace and environmental risks; drive risk reduction.
• Manage fire protection programs, evacuation processes, and emergency drills.
• Oversee contractor safety, RAMS review, and permit-to-work compliance.
• Develop and deliver EHS training for employees and contractors.
• Contribute to EHS management system development and audits.

Kenntnisse

EHS regulations

Contractor management

Hazard identification

Incident investigation

Audits

Data analysis

Ausbildung

Environmental Science

Health & Safety

Engineering

Fire protection

STPS certification

AEAI certification

Jobbeschreibung

Job Description

About the Role

As experienced Environment, Health and Safety Specialist you will be responsible for preventing harm to employees, contractors, visitors, and the environment while ensuring site compliance with all applicable Swiss Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) regulations and Takeda company standards.

Acting as a trusted advisor to the business, this role partners with senior stakeholders, leaders and employees across the site to drive a proactive safety culture, strengthen risk management practices, maintain emergency preparedness, and support continuous improvement of EHS performance.

This is a highly visible position reporting to the site EHS HEAD with a focus on Construction Safety, Contractor Safety, Fire Protection and Emergency Response planning. It is a site-based role located in Neuchâtel, Switzerland.

Key Responsibilities

EHS Leadership & Business Partnership

• Coach, build capabilities and advise managers and employees at all levels on effective EHS leadership and safe work practices.
• Partner with operational teams to integrate EHS requirements into daily activities and decision-making.
• Promote a strong safety culture through engagement, communication, and awareness initiatives.
• Support management in the achievement of EHS objectives and compliance commitments.
• Act as a key point of contact for regulators, auditors and senior stakeholders.

Risk Assessment & Incident Management

• Lead the identification, assessment, and mitigation of workplace hazards and environmental risks.
• Conduct and facilitate risk assessments for operations, projects, equipment, and process changes.
• Investigate EHS incidents, near misses, and unsafe conditions to determine root causes and implement corrective and preventive actions.
• Monitor safety performance indicators and recommend improvement actions.

Fire Protection & Emergency Response

• Act as the site subject matter expert for fire protection and fire prevention programs.
• Manage fire safety systems, evacuation processes, and emergency preparedness activities.
• Coordinate the Emergency Response Team and ensure appropriate training, readiness, and effectiveness.
• Plan and lead emergency drills and exercises while collaborating with external emergency services and authorities as .

Construction and Contractor Safety Management

• Lead Construction and Contractor Safety programme and ensure compliance with site EHS requirements.
• Review and approve RAMS, construction phase plans and associated EHS projects documentation.
• Oversee the Permit-to-Work system and ensure effective implementation.
• Conduct contractor onboarding, inspections, audits, and performance reviews.
• Ensure contractors understand and comply with all applicable safety requirements.

Training & Awareness

• Develop and deliver EHS training programs for employees, contractors, and managers in the area of expertise.
• Promote EHS awareness through workshops, safety campaigns, and communications.

EHS Management System & Compliance

• Contribute to the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of the EHS Management System.
• Support regulatory inspections, internal audits, and external audits.
• Ensure compliance with applicable EHS legislation, regulations, and company standards.
• Maintain accurate EHS records, documentation, and reporting systems.

Qualifications & Experience

Education

• Degree or equivalent qualification in Environmental Science, Health & Safety, Engineering, Fire Protection, or related discipline.
• Professional certifications in occupational safety and health (Specialist STPS) and fire protection (AEAI) are highly desirable.

Experience

• 3 years of experience in an EHS role within a manufacturing, industrial, pharmaceutical, biotechnology, chemical, or similarly highly regulated environment.
• Strong experience in risk assessment, incident investigation, and safety program implementation.
• Experience managing emergency response programs and fire protection activities.
• Experience overseeing contractor safety and construction safety/permit-to-work systems.

Technical Skills

• Strong knowledge of Swiss EHS regulations and best practices.
• Strong knowledge of contractor management and construction safety practices.
• Expertise in safety hazard identification, risk assessment, and incident investigation methodologies.
• Familiarity with EHS management systems and audit processes.
• Ability to analyze data, identify trends, and drive continuous improvement initiatives.

Languages

• Fluent French and good working knowledge of English.

Key Competencies

• Strong leadership and influencing skills
• Excellent communication and coaching abilities
• Ability to build effective relationships across all levels of the organization
• Proactive and solution-oriented mindset
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to remain calm and effective during emergencies and high-pressure situations
• Resilient and able to work efficiently in complex environments
• Results-oriented and commitment to continuous improvement and operational excellence

What You'll Bring

You are a hands-on experienced EHS professional with a passion for protecting people and the environment. You thrive in operational environments, enjoy working closely with managers and employees, and are motivated by driving safety culture, compliance, and continuous improvement across the organization.

Locations

CHE - Neuchatel

Base Salary Range

CHF105,300.00 - CHF144,760.00

The estimated salary range reflects an anticipated range for this position. The actual base salary offered may depend on a variety of factors, including the qualifications of the individual applicant for the position, years of relevant experience, specific and unique skills, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, and the location in which the applicant lives and/or from which they will be performing the job.

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Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type

Regular

Time Type

Full time