Global QHSE Strategy Leader

Alfa Laval; Kolding; Remote; DKK 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Job summary

Alfa Laval is seeking a strategic Head of Quality, Health & Safety, and Environment (QHSE) for Business Unit Hygienic Fluid Handling. You will lead cross-functional QHSE initiatives, drive continuous improvement, and ensure compliance with standards and regulations across the organization.

As a management team member, you will embed a strong QHSE mindset in daily operations. The role emphasizes governance, audits, KPIs, training, and strong collaboration with suppliers, factories, and sites to

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in engineering, marine engineering, or related field.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in QHSE or a comparable technical leadership role.
• 5 - 8 years of proven leadership experience, with a strong track record of delivering measurable results.
• Experience working in a large, complex, and global matrix organization.
• Deep understanding of Quality Management Systems (QMS), relevant standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Demonstrated ability to develop, implement, and drive QHSE strategies and roadmaps.
• Strong experience in leading, influencing, and collaborating as part of a management team.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to engage and influence stakeholders at all levels.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute QHSE strategies and roadmaps.
• Lead QHSE projects and coordinate activities across the organization.
• Maintain risk assessments and environmental analyses to ensure compliance with laws and standards.
• Develop and improve QHSE management systems with audits, KPIs, training, and SOPs.
• Oversee QC activities at supplier workshops, factories, and sites; manage QC engineers.
• Support managers in fulfilling QHSE responsibilities and foster a culture of safety.
• Ensure customer QHSE requirements are met.
• Lead continuous improvement across QHSE areas, reducing injuries and environmental impact.
• Build QHSE mindset aligned with strategy.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Stakeholder management

Communication

QHSE knowledge

Change management

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in engineering, marine engineering, or related technical field

Job description

Alfa Laval is seeking a strategic Head of Quality, Health & Safety, and Environment (QHSE) for Business Unit Hygienic Fluid Handling. You will lead cross-functional QHSE initiatives, drive continuous improvement, and ensure compliance with standards and regulations across the organization.

As a management team member, you will embed a strong QHSE mindset in daily operations. The role emphasizes governance, audits, KPIs, training, and strong collaboration with suppliers, factories, and sites to