HSE Manager (m/w/d)

Rotork; Langenzenn; Remote; EUR 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Rotork in Langenzenn, Germany, is seeking an experienced HSE Leader to drive health, safety and environmental performance across our German sites and the Poland branch. You will influence leaders, coach teams, and embed a culture where safety, wellbeing and environmental responsibility are integral to daily decisions.

The role combines strategic development with practical actions, including ISO systems, training, and energy reduction initiatives.

Qualifications

• Experience leading Health, Safety and Environmental programmes within a manufacturing environment.
• NEBOSH qualification or an equivalent HSE certification.
• Bachelor's degree in Occupational Health and Safety, Environmental Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• Fluent in German and English.

Responsibilities

• Lead HSE strategy across German sites and the Poland branch.
• Develop training and manage ISO systems to improve performance.
• Drive energy reduction initiatives and continuous improvement.
• Coach and engage leaders and teams through change.

Skills

HSE Leadership

Stakeholder Engagement

Safety Culture Change

Change Management

Fluent German & English

Education

Bachelor's degree in Occupational Health and Safety / Environmental Science / Engineering

Tools

ISO 45001

ISO 14001

ISO 50001

IEMA Certification (Environmental Management)

Job description

We are looking for an experienced and visionary HSE Leader to join our team in Langenzenn, with responsibility for all German sites and our branch in Poland.

Are you an HSE leader who believes that the strongest safety cultures are built through engagement rather than enforcement? This role is about much more than regulatory compliance. We are looking for someone who can influence, coach, and inspire people at all levels of the organization, helping us embed in a culture where safety, wellbeing, and environmental responsibility are integral to everyday decision-making.

As HSE Manager, you will drive Health, Safety, and Environmental performance across our operations while fostering a collaborative and inclusive work environment where every team member feels empowered to contribute to our safety mission. Working closely with site leadership and Group Health and Safety, you'll take group-wide HSE strategies and turn it into practical actions that make a real difference on the ground. From developing training, managing ISO systems, and supporting energy reduction initiatives, you'll be at the centre of our continuous improvement journey.

You’ll be joining a manufacturing environment where your ability to build relationships, challenge constructively and engage teams will be just as important as your technical expertise.

Qualifications

Required Experience

• Experience leading Health, Safety and Environmental programmes within a manufacturing environment.
• NEBOSH (National Examination Board in Occupational Safety and Health) qualification or an equivalent HSE certification (e.g., IOSH or a recognized German/EU equivalent).
• Bachelor's degree in Occupational Health and Safety, Environmental Science, Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent professional experience).
• Strong knowledge of ISO 45001, ISO 14001 and ideally ISO 50001.
• Experience managing audits, legal compliance and management systems
• IEMA Certificate in Environmental Management.
• Fluent in German and English

The successful candidate

• Able to influence and communicate to a range of stakeholders, including senior leaders.
• Critical thinking skills and the ability to constructively resolve problems.
• Be able to coach and lead non reporting teams through change.
• In-depth knowledge of German and EU occupational health, safety, and environmental regulations and standards.
• A track record of driving positive behavioural and cultural change.
• Experience working within a multinational or international organization.
• Familiarity with German workplace culture and organizational practices.

Additional Information

Rotork is the market-leading global flow control and instrumentation company, helping our customers manage the flow or liquids, gases and powders across many industries worldwide.

Our purpose is Keeping the World Flowing for Future Generations.

For over sixty years, the world has relied on us to create the things that keep everything moving. From oil and gas to water and shipping, pharmaceuticals and food- these are the flows on which our modern world depends.

Today we're respected and admired for our people, performance and products. Our success flows from our commitment to engineering excellence, and that's what we will always pursue, safely and sustainably.

Rotork is going through an exciting period of change and growth, building on our existing market success. It's a great time to join us and make an impact in shaping the future of our business.