Global EHS Leader, Colibrium Additive (m/f/d)

Colibrium Additive - a GE Aerospace company; Lichtenfels; On-site; EUR 100,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Colibrium Additive in Germany seeks a Global Environmental, Health & Safety Leader to establish and scale a risk-based EHS program across our global operations, including additive manufacturing hazards.

This strategic, hands-on leader will set direction, improve culture of care, leverage data and cross-functional partnerships to keep people safe, operations compliant, and future-ready.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant EHS field or equivalent.
• Progressive leadership experience in global/multi-site environments.
• Strong knowledge of current EHS regulations and best practices.
• Business fluency in English; German/French a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and sustain a global EHS strategy and standards.
• Lead risk assessments, audits, and corrective actions to reduce risk.
• Build a no-blame, proactive EHS culture with strong leadership.
• Define and monitor EHS metrics and report progress to leadership.
• Investigate incidents and drive organizational learning.
• Partner across functions to embed EHS in core processes.

Skills

EHS leadership

Regulatory compliance

Risk assessment

Hazard analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Health, Engineering, or related field

Tools

EHS data platforms

Job description

Job Description Summary

Colibrium Additive is seeking a Global Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) Leader to establish, scale, and continuously improve a risk-based EHS program across our global operations. This leader will set the strategic direction for EHS, build a strong culture of care and accountability, and use data, technology, and cross‑functional partnership to keep our people safe and our operations compliant, resilient, and future‑ready. The role suits a strategic and hands‑on leader with deep EHS expertise, strong influencing skills, and a track record of driving measurable improvement in complex, multi‑site industrial environments — including those with additive manufacturing and metal powder hazards.

Key Responsibilities

Strategy & Governance

Develop, implement, and sustain a global EHS strategy, policies, and standards aligned with business priorities and regulatory requirements.

Establish governance mechanisms to ensure consistent EHS expectations, accountability, and execution across all sites.

Risk Management & Operational Excellence

Lead enterprise and site‑level risk assessments, EHS audits, and management system reviews; prioritize corrective and preventive actions to reduce risk.

Implement sustainable controls for key hazards relevant to the business, including high‑risk operations such as metal powder/process safety.

Use EHS data, analytics, and leading indicators to identify trends, predict risk, and prioritize resources — moving the organization from reactive to predictive safety management.

Culture, Leadership & Capability Building

Drive a proactive, no‑blame EHS culture through visible leadership, engagement routines, and reinforcement of safe behaviors at all levels — one where employees feel psychologically safe raising concerns, reporting near‑misses, and stopping unsafe work.

Coach, develop, and enable site EHS leaders and coordinators; ensure consistent application of standards and effective local ownership.

Design and deploy effective EHS training programs to build competence, awareness, and compliance, leveraging digital and e‑learning tools where they improve reach and retention.

Support employee wellbeing initiatives that address physical and mental health, recognizing wellbeing as integral to a sustainable safety culture.

Performance Management & Reporting

Define, monitor, and communicate EHS performance metrics, including metrics tied to sustainability and ESG commitments; analyze trends and translate insights into targeted improvement actions.

Provide clear reporting for leadership reviews, including progress versus goals, systemic risks, and improvement roadmap status.

Incident Management & Learning

Lead incident investigations and root cause analyses; ensure timely, transparent closure and verification of corrective actions.

Drive organizational learning by sharing insights, improving leading indicators, and focusing on prevention‑oriented actions.

Cross‑Functional Partnership & External Awareness

Partner with Production, Engineering, Service, HR, and Legal to embed EHS and ergonomics considerations into core business processes, change management, facility planning, and investment decisions.

Maintain awareness of regulatory changes, emerging risks (including those tied to new materials, automation, and additive manufacturing processes), and industry best practices, keeping the business compliant and proactive.

Build and maintain an active network with EHS colleagues across GE Aerospace and the broader industry to share best practices and accelerate adoption of proven approaches.

Required Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Health, Engineering, or a related technical field from an accredited institution, or equivalent qualification. Advanced degree preferred.
• Experience: Multiple years of progressive EHS leadership experience, ideally in a global and/or multi‑site manufacturing environment and/or field services organization.
• Knowledge: Strong working knowledge of current EHS regulations, standards, and industry best practices, along with the judgment to apply them pragmatically.
• Language: Business fluency in English required; German and/or French is a plus given the site footprint.
• Travel: Ability and willingness to travel approximately 30%, with flexibility for more during peak project periods.

Preferred Qualifications / Desired Characteristics

• Certifications: CSP, CIH, NEBOSH, or equivalent professional EHS certification strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated success building and scaling EHS programs across complex operations and driving measurable improvement in safety outcomes.
• Domain expertise in high‑hazard operations, including additive manufacturing environments, metal powder hazards, and process safety management.
• Comfort using EHS data platforms, dashboards, and digital tools to drive decisions and reporting.
• Strong influencing, communication, and stakeholder management skills across all organizational levels, from the shop floor to senior leadership.
• Analytical, structured problem‑solving ability, with a track record of translating data into prioritized, actionable improvement plans.

Colibrium Additive is committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone is treated with respect and given equal opportunity to succeed. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

For Applicants In The US

GE Aerospace offers comprehensive benefits and programs to support your health and, along with programs like HealthAhead, your physical,emotional,financial and social wellbeing. Healthcare benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to a Health Coach from GE Aerospace; and the Employee Assistance Program, which provides 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services. Retirement benefits include the GE Aerospace Retirement Savings Plan, a 401(k) savings plan with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions, as well as access to Fidelity resources and planning consultants. Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability insurance, life insurance, and paid time‑off for vacation or illness. GE Aerospace (General Electric Company or the Company) and its affiliates each sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs (i.e., isa “Sponsor”). Each Sponsor reserves the right to terminate, amend, suspend, replace or modify its benefit plans and programs at any time and for any reason, in its sole discretion. No individual has a vested right to any benefit under a Sponsor’s welfare benefit plan or program. The base pay range for this position is $137,000 - $182,000. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate’s experience, education, and skill set. This position is also eligible for an annual discretionary bonus based on a percentage of your base salary. This posting is expected to close on August 27th.

Additional Information

Relocation Assistance Provided: No