Health, Safety & Well being Technician

DOW JONES; Barcelona; Presencial; EUR 35.000 - 50.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Dow Jones is seeking a proactive Health Safety Technician to join their Barcelona team. In this role, you will develop and implement health and wellness initiatives while ensuring compliance with regulations. You'll foster a safe workplace, engage in training, and promote employee well-being through various wellness programs.

Servicios

Comprehensive healthcare plans

Paid time off

Family care benefits

Commuter Transit Program

Employee referral program

Formación

• 3-5 years of experience in health and safety roles in corporate settings.
• Fluency in Spanish and English, both written and spoken.
• Knowledge of Spanish health and safety regulations.

Responsabilidades

• Develop health and safety policies compliant with local regulations.
• Conduct risk assessments and workplace inspections.
• Organize safety drills and emergency response training.

Conocimientos

Communication

Data Analysis

Project Management

Educación

Bachelor's degree in Occupational Health & Safety

Descripción del empleo

Dow Jones is a global provider of news and business information, delivering content to consumers and organizations around the world across multiple formats, including print, digital, mobile and live events. Dow Jones has produced unrivaled quality content for more than 130 years and today has one of the world's largest news-gathering operations globally. It is home to leading publications and products including the flagship Wall Street Journal, America's largest newspaper by paid circulation; Barron's, MarketWatch, Mansion Global, Financial News, Investor's Business Daily, Factiva, Dow Jones Risk & Compliance, Dow Jones Newswires, OPIS and Chemical Market Analytics. Dow Jones is a division of News Corp (Nasdaq : NWS, NWSA; ASX : NWS, NWSLV).

About Global Risk, Security & Resilience

The Global Risk, Safety and Resilience (GRSR) team manages the company's operational risks and advises the business on other commercial, strategic or reputational challenges. With functions covering audits & investigations, business resilience (incident & crisis management, business continuity), digital risk, event security, global operations & insights, health, safety & wellness, newsroom safety, executive protection and workplace security. The department covers a diverse technical portfolio leveraged to ensure risks are reasonably managed, security threats addressed and disruptions limited in support of Dow Jones' strategic goals.

About the Role

We are looking for a proactive and experienced , to join our team in Barcelona. You are responsible for developing, implementing, and overseeing health, safety, and wellness initiatives in compliance with local regulations and company policies. This role aims to foster a safe and healthy workplace while promoting employee well-being and engagement. You will report to the Director, Workplace Safety & Security.

Location : Barcelona, Spain

You Will

• Develop, implement, and monitor health and safety policies and procedures in compliance with Spanish labour laws and international safety standards.
• Conduct risk assessments, workplace inspections, and audits to identify hazards and recommend corrective actions.
• Ensure compliance with occupational health and safety regulations, including maintaining necessary documentation and liaising with local authorities when required.
• Investigate workplace incidents, accidents, and near-miss events, and provide recommendations to prevent recurrence.
• Organize, and in some cases deliver, safety drills, emergency response plans, and relevant safety training for employees.
• Manage relationships with occupational health services and ensure employees have access to medical assessments when necessary.
• Develop and promote workplace wellness programs, including mental health support, stress management, fitness initiatives, and healthy lifestyle campaigns.
• Organize health awareness workshops, ergonomic assessments, and wellness events to enhance employee engagement and productivity.
• Collaborate with the People department (human resources) to address employee health and wellness concerns and absenteeism.
• Monitor and analyze wellness program effectiveness and employee participation, providing recommendations for continuous improvement.
• Conduct health and safety training for employees, managers, and contractors, ensuring awareness and understanding of policies and best practices.
• Keep up to date with changes in local and international occupational health regulations and ensure company policies remain compliant.
• Develop safety guidelines, manuals, and e-learning materials for employee reference.
• Maintain accurate records of health and safety incidents, risk assessments, and wellness initiatives.
• Prepare reports and presentations for senior management on key health, safety, and wellness metrics.
• Identify trends and suggest proactive measures to improve workplace safety and employee well-being.

You have

• Bachelor's degree in Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Science, Human Resources, or a related field.
• Certification in Occupational Health & Safety (e.g., NEBOSH, IOSH, OSHA) is a plus.
• 3-5 years of experience in a similar role within a corporate or industrial environment.
• Knowledge of Spanish health and safety legislation and best practices.
• Experience in developing and implementing wellness programs in a corporate setting.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to train and engage employees at all levels.
• Ability to analyze data and generate reports for decision-making.
• Fluency in Spanish and English (both written and spoken).

Preferred Qualities

• Passion for promoting health and wellness in the workplace.
• Proactive and solution-oriented mindset.
• Strong organizational and project management skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a cross-functional team.
• Empathy and strong interpersonal skills to support employees' well-being.
• Comprehensive healthcare plans
• Paid time off
• Family care benefits
• Commuter Transit Program
• Employee referral program

LI-Hybrid

Reasonable accommodation : Dow Jones, Making Careers Newsworthy - We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. EEO / Disabled / Vets. We strongly encourage applications from all qualified individuals, including women, people with disabilities, and those from underrepresented groups. Dow Jones is committed to providing reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities, in our job application and / or interview process.

Health Safety Technician • Spain, Barcelona