QEHS Manager

DANFOSS A/S; Nordborg; On-site; DKK 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Pension plans

Personal insurance

Mentoring and training

Job summary

DANFOSS A/S is seeking a QEHS Manager to lead quality, environment, health, and safety initiatives at our Silkeborg-based operations. This role emphasizes hands-on leadership on the shop floor, close collaboration with production, engineers, and project managers to embed safety and quality in daily work.

You will drive continuous improvement, ensure compliance with ISO standards, and build a culture where quality and safety are everyone's responsibility.

Qualifications

• Experience in manufacturing or project-based environments.
• Knowledge of quality and safety management systems (ISO 9001/14001/45001).
• Strong problem-solving and continuous improvement skills.
• Hands-on, factory-floor presence and collaboration with operations.

Responsibilities

• Drive QEHS strategy and culture across Make-to-Order district heating operations.
• Partner with Operations, Engineering, Supply Chain and Project Management on the shop floor.
• Lead internal and external audits to meet industry standards (ISO 9001/14001/45001).
• Champion quality for customers and suppliers across the value chain.
• Use data to monitor performance, lead root cause analysis and implement corrective actions.

Job description

Req ID:
49807

Job Location:
Silkeborg, DK

Employment Type:
Full Time

Segment:
Danfoss Climate Solutions Segment

Job Category:
Quality and Environment, Health and Safety (EHS)

Work Location Type:
On-site

Job Title:
QEHS Manager

The Impact You'll Make

Join us in making our operation even safer, smarter, and more sustainable.

We are looking for a QEHS Manager who believes that quality, safety, and environmental responsibility are not separate functions—they are essential parts of how a successful business operates every day.

In this role, you will have the opportunity to shape and strengthen our Quality, Environment, Health, and Safety culture across our Make-to-Order district heating operations. You will work closely with production teams, engineers, project managers, and leadership to ensure that we deliver safe, reliable, and high-quality solutions to our customers.

This is not a role from behind a desk.

We are looking for someone who enjoys being close to the operation, understanding how work is performed in practice, and partnering with teams to solve problems, improve processes, and build a culture where quality and safety are everyone's responsibility.

What You’ll Be Doing

We are looking for a QEHS Manager who enjoys being close to the operation and partnering with people across the business to improve quality, safety, and environmental performance.

This is a visible leadership role where you will work closely with Operations, Engineering, Supply Chain, and Project Management to ensure that quality and safety are embedded in the way we work every day.

You will spend time on the shopfloor, support continuous improvement initiatives, drive compliance and audits, and help create a culture where everyone takes ownership of quality and safety.

Your Responsibilities

• Drive our QEHS strategy, fostering a culture where safety, quality, and continuous improvement are embedded in everything we do
• Partner directly with our Operations, Engineering, and Project Management teams on the shop floor to identify risks, solve problems, and improve processes
• Lead internal and external audits to ensure we meet and exceed industry standards, including ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001
• Champion quality for our customers and suppliers, leading the resolution of any issues and ensuring our entire value chain meets our high standards
• Use your data-driven approach to monitor performance, lead root cause analysis, and implement effective corrective and preventive actions that deliver measurable results

What We're Looking For

• Experience within manufacturing, engineering, energy, infrastructure, or project-based environments
• Knowledge of quality and safety management systems and standards
• Strong problem-solving and continuous improvement skills
• Ability to build relationships and influence across functions
• A practical, hands-on approach and genuine interest in understanding operations

What You'll Get from Us

We promote from within and support your learning with mentoring, training, and access to global opportunities.

You’ll have flexibility, autonomy, and support to do your best work while maintaining a healthy work-life balance. Your well-being matters to us

We strive to create an inclusive work environment where people of all backgrounds are respected and valued for who they are.

You’ll receive benefits like annual bonus, paid vacation, pension plans, personal insurance, and more. These vary by country and contract, but they’re worth asking about -we think they’re great.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected category.

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