EHS & Engineering Lead (f / m / d)

NextPharma; Deutschland; Vor Ort; EUR 70.000 - 90.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A leading European contract manufacturer is seeking an EHS & Engineering Lead in Germany. This role involves developing EHS programs, managing budgets, and ensuring compliance with regulations. The ideal candidate will have substantial experience in EHS and engineering within regulated industries, coupled with strong leadership and communication skills. This position demands a systematic approach to safety and sustainability initiatives across operations.

Qualifikationen

• 5-10 years of proven leadership in EHS and Engineering within regulated industries.
• Strong background in EHS compliance and regulatory audits.
• Experience in managing capital projects and maintenance programs.

Aufgaben

• Develop and improve EHS programs for compliance and sustainability.
• Manage Capex budget and oversee engineering processes.
• Lead training programs and compliance audits.

Kenntnisse

Strong influencing skills

Communication skills

Presentation skills

Problem-solving capabilities

Project management capabilities

Ausbildung

Degree in Engineering

NEBOSH Occupational Safety & Health Certificate

Tools

EHS / engineering systems

MS Office

Jobbeschreibung

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We are one of the leading European contract manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, biotech and healthcare sectors, with some 2,500 employees in Germany, France, Finland, UK and Norway. For us, the next step is always the one that matters most. Our fast pace drives us forward, fills our working environment with life and spurs our growth. Our winning formula for shared success : room for passion. Because we know that passion is the best medicine when it comes to excellent service around the world. Welcome to NextPharma.

Role Overview

The EHS & Engineering Lead will be responsible for :

• EHS Leadership : Developing, implementing, and continuously improving EHS programs to ensure compliance with national and European legislation while advancing NextPharma’s sustainability goals.
• Engineering Leadership : Managing the Group’s Capex & Maintenance processes, budget and delivery of reliable & robust engineering and maintenance practices; whilst driving operational excellence across equipment, utilities, and facilities.

This role requires strong leadership, regulatory expertise, and the ability to influence cross-functional teams while ensuring the highest standards of safety, compliance, and efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

1. EHS Leadership

Program Management & Compliance Establish and maintain Group-wide EHS policies, procedures, and technical standards.

Ensure compliance with all relevant national and local regulations (OSHA, EPA, DOT, REACH, CLP, and other environmental legislation).

Monitor legislative changes and lead implementation across sites.

Risk & Incident Management Conduct internal audits, inspections, and risk assessments.

Benchmark EHS practices against pharmaceutical industry standards.

Lead investigations into accidents and incidents, ensuring corrective actions are implemented.

Drive adoption of EHS tools and systems for continuous improvement.

Training & Communication Develop and deliver EHS training programs for all levels of staff.

Lead awareness campaigns and facilitate regular networking forums with local EHS managers.

Environmental & Sustainability Lead environmental management initiatives and sustainability programs.

Partner with customers and internal stakeholders to strengthen sustainability performance (e.g., Ecovadis).

Data & Reporting Maintain accurate EHS records, metrics, and documentation.

Provide reporting and insights to support continuous improvement.

2. Engineering Leadership

• Oversee the Group’s Capex budget (creation, adherence, and management).
• Lead capital project delivery, contractor management, and engineering processes.
• Develop and implement robust maintenance strategies for equipment and utilities.
• Ensure all engineering activities meet regulatory, validation, and audit requirements.
• Drive continuous improvement in asset reliability, safety, and operational performance.
• Negotiate and manage engineering and maintenance contracts.

Required Qualifications & Experience

Education & Certification Degree in Engineering (required).

NEBOSH Occupational Safety & Health Certificate (or equivalent preferred).

Experience (5–10 years minimum) Proven leadership in EHS and Engineering within regulated industries (pharmaceutical, FMCG, chemical, or biotechnology).

Strong background in EHS compliance, regulatory audits, and environmental permitting.

Demonstrated success in managing capital projects and maintenance programs at site or group level.

Experience in process safety, hazardous materials management, and risk assessment.

Skills Strong influencing, communication, and presentation skills at all organizational levels.

Excellent problem-solving and project management capabilities.

Proven ability to manage multiple complex priorities.

Proficiency in EHS / engineering systems and MS Office.

Organized, methodical, and able to work independently.

Flexibility to participate in out-of-hours on-call duties.