Senior HSE Manager (a) Industrial site 80-100%

Michael Page; Zürich; On-site; CHF 110,000 - 160,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

High-visibility role

International environment

Flexible workload 80–100%

Job summary

Michael Page is recruiting for an experienced HSE Lead to drive strategy and certification programs in a complex industrial environment near Zurich.

The role requires 5+ years in HSE, expertise in ISO 14001/45001, and fluency in German and English. The assignment is 6 months with potential extension, offering a dynamic international setting.

Qualifications

• 5+ years HSE experience in industrial environments
• Strong expertise in ISO 14001 and ISO 45001
• Solid understanding of Swiss HSE regulations and compliance

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of the site's flagship ISO 45001 certification project and advance ISO 14001 readiness
• Define and execute the site's HSE strategy, objectives, KPIs, and improvement roadmap
• Coordinate risk assessments and implement mitigation measures
• Drive proactive safety initiatives to reduce incidents and occupational risks
• Manage contractor safety and ensure site procedure compliance
• Lead or support incident investigations and root cause analysis
• Oversee corrective and preventive actions and monitor effectiveness
• Coordinate internal and external HSE audits and support certification processes
• Develop and deliver HSE training and awareness initiatives
• Advise site leadership on HSE matters
• Support emergency preparedness and crisis management
• Contribute to group-wide HSE initiatives and reporting

Skills

HSE strategy

ISO 14001

ISO 45001

Audits

Risk assessments

Incident investigations

Stakeholder influence

Leadership

Training

Education

Bachelor’s degree in HSE/Engineering

Job description

• Lead HSE strategy across a complex industrial environment
• 6 months temporary contract

• Lead HSE strategy across a complex industrial environment
• 6 months temporary contract

About Our Client

Our client is a well-established international industrial organisation (Eastern Greater Zurich Area) recognised for its commitment to operational excellence, sustainability, and employee safety. This is an interim assignment of approximately six months with a preferred start at short notice and potential for longer-term opportunities.

Job Description

• Take ownership of the site's flagship ISO 45001 certification project while advancing ISO 14001 readiness and overall HSE maturity.
• Ensure compliance with Swiss HSE legislation and act as the primary contact for authorities, including SUVA, labour inspectorates, and environmental agencies.
• Define and execute the site's HSE strategy, objectives, KPIs, and improvement roadmap
• Coordinate risk assessments and implement effective mitigation measures
• Drive proactive safety initiatives to reduce incidents and occupational risks
• Manage contractor safety and ensure compliance with site procedures
• Lead or support incident and accident investigations, including root cause analysis
• Oversee corrective and preventive action plans and monitor effectiveness
• Coordinate internal and external HSE audits and support certification processes
• Manage environmental programmes, reporting, and performance monitoring
• Act as key contact for authorities, inspectors, and external stakeholders
• Develop and deliver HSE training programmes and awareness initiatives
• Advise site leadership and management teams on HSE matters
• Support emergency preparedness, crisis management, and response exercises
• Contribute to group-wide HSE initiatives, reporting, and best-practice sharing

The Successful Applicant

• 5+ years of HSE experience within industrial, manufacturing, chemical, pharmaceutical, or similar environments
• Strong expertise in ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 management systems
• Solid understanding of Swiss HSE regulations and compliance requirements
• Proven experience conducting audits, risk assessments, and incident investigations
• Ability to influence stakeholders and drive behavioural change across all levels of the organisation
• Strong communication, training, and leadership skills
• Hands‑on, pragmatic, and solution‑oriented mindset
• Fluent German and professional English language skills

What's On Offer

• High-impact role with significant visibility
• Opportunity to shape HSE strategy and culture
• Dynamic international environment
• Flexible workload between 80% and 100%

Quote job ref: JN-102026-7127116