EHS & Compliance Leader — Switzerland

Veolia; Dübendorf; On-site; CHF 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Veolia Water Technologies, a Swiss operation, seeks an EHS Manager to lead systematic EHS management across Switzerland. You will implement corporate programs for Environment, Health and Safety and drive long-term strategic EHS initiatives, ensuring compliance with local and international regulations while promoting a culture of continuous improvement.

You will collaborate with managers, process owners and employees to prioritize safety and compliant operations, monitor KPIs, and support

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Health and Safety, Environmental Science, Engineering, or related field.
• Practical experience and proficiency in hazardous energy control and the strict application of LOTO standards on electrical, chemical, and gas systems.
• Familiar with Swiss and EU health, safety, and environmental regulations.
• EKAS recognized training (KOPAS or Sicherheitsfachmann) or willingness to obtain it, with commitment to periodic SUVA refresher courses.
• Fluency in German and English.
• Experience in ISO Management standards, ISO 14001 and ISO 45001.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong communicator with the ability to build trust and engage employees at all levels.
• Experience in the water treatment industry is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Enforce 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 EHS regulations of Veolia.
• Implement and maintain environmental management systems in line with ISO standards.
• Support planning, implementation and monitoring of safety risks in all activities.
• Identify risks and support risk assessments.
• Follow Always Safe principles including compliance with occupational health and safety rules.

Skills

Hazardous energy control

Swiss and EU safety regulations

ISO 14001 / ISO 45001

Strong analytical skills

Strong communication

German and English fluency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Health and Safety, Environmental Science, Engineering or related field

EKAS training (KOPAS or Sicherheitsfachmann) or willingness to obtain

Job description

Veolia Water Technologies, a Swiss operation, seeks an EHS Manager to lead systematic EHS management across Switzerland. You will implement corporate programs for Environment, Health and Safety and drive long-term strategic EHS initiatives, ensuring compliance with local and international regulations while promoting a culture of continuous improvement.

You will collaborate with managers, process owners and employees to prioritize safety and compliant operations, monitor KPIs, and support