HSE Manager

Syensqo SA; Aubervilliers; On-site; EUR 64,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

On-site role

Travel opportunities

Job summary

Syensqo is seeking an experienced HSE Manager to lead health, safety and environmental programs at Aubervilliers and Lyon sites. You will manage a team of 3 HSE technicians and 1 apprentice, report to the Site Director, and drive a culture of safety across R&I labs.

You will develop and implement policies aligned with Life saving rules and EU regulations, conduct risk assessments, lead investigations, and train staff while promoting sustainable practices and on-site emergency planning.

Qualifications

• Senior R&I Manager with HSE experience.
• Experience in a research organization or lab.
• Proven ability to lead a team and manage safety.
• Strong knowledge of EU HSE regulations.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and oversee HSE programs across sites.
• Lead investigations and ensure timely reporting.
• Advise management on EU compliance requirements.
• Coordinate emergency planning and site safety dialogues.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate HSE into projects.
• Provide training on HSE best practices.

Skills

HSE management

Regulatory knowledge

Lab safety

Leadership

Risk assessment

Education

HSE qualification

Job description

Syensqo is all about chemistry. We’re not just referring to chemical reactions here, but also to the magic that occurs when the brightest minds get to work together. This is where our true strength lies. In you. In your future colleagues and in all your differences. And of course, in your ideas to improve lives while preserving our planet’s beauty for the generations to come.

We are looking for:

An experienced HSE Manager for Aubervilliers (Paris / R&I) and Silex² (Lyon / Tertiary) sites. Right-hand man/women, he/she assists the Site Director in properly identifying hazards and controlling risks within the facility, in compliance with all regulations and Group requirements. He/she will be in charge of a team of 3 HSE technicians and 1apprentice.

The HSE Manager will be responsible for:

• Developing, implementing, and overseeing health, safety, and environmental programs to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and promote a culture of safety and sustainability across our site
• Supporting Syensqo’s commitment to safe, sustainable, and ethical practices
• Covering responsibility for the global safety of the sites and organizational safety of Syensqo R&I Labs
• Being the point of contact for Syensqo GBU Initiatives and Companies on site of HSE

We count on you for:

• Developing and implement HSE policies, procedures, and programs in alignment with Syensqo’s Life saving rules , sustainability goals and regulatory requirements
• Advising management on compliance requirements regarding applicable EU legislation, ensuring required compliance
• Conducting regular risk assessments thanks to a strong R&I expertise and audits to identify potential hazards and implement corrective actions
• Leading incident investigations and ensure timely reporting and documentation of findings.
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams to integrate HSE considerations into project planning and execution.
• Providing training and guidance to employees on HSE best practices and regulatory compliance.
• Monitoring and analyze HSE performance metrics to drive continuous improvement
• Fostering a “Speak Up” culture where employees feel safe to raise concerns and contribute to a safe working environment
• Coordinating the site’s emergency plan
• Evaluating the HSE performance of the employees under his responsibility
• Periodically participating in the management team’s “Safety Dialogues”

You will bring:

• Senior R&I Manager with HSE experience or strong HSE awareness
• Comprehensive knowledge of HSE regulations and standards and guidance
• Background: Experience in a research organization or laboratory environment, with a strong understanding of lab management, priorities, and safety challenges.
• Expertise: Practical knowledge of health & safety issues in labs; a formal HSE qualification is a plus, but not essential.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills, with the ability to influence and engage employees at all levels
• Ability to work collaboratively in a diverse and inclusive environment
• Collaboration: Proven ability to communicate and collaborate effectively at all levels, including with external partners. Able to influence and manage third-party activities on site.
• Customer Focus: A genuine commitment to understanding and addressing the needs of lab users, with a track record of delivering customer-centered solutions.
• Leadership: People-oriented leader who inspires trust, engagement, and positive changes - especially in times of transition.
• Pragmatism: Applies rules and standards with context and flexibility, not in a rigid or closed-minded way.
• Community Engagement: Eager to be an active member of the HSE community, sharing knowledge and learning from others.
• Resilience: Comfortable working in a dynamic environment, with the drive to help rebuild morale and foster a positive workplace culture.

You’ll get:

• Competitive salary and benefits
• The French annual base salary range reasonably expected to be paid for this new hire is: €63,600 €79,600. Actual compensation will be determined based on factors such as skills, experience, qualification and internal equity and can ultimately be more or less than the posted salary range
• Parental leave according to the country’s rules
• Access to the training platform
• Free well-being and psychological support

Additional information:

• Location: Aubervilliers (France)
• This role requires 100% on site presence.
• Ability to travel to other sites

About Us

• This position requires a certain level of integrity, confidentiality, loyalty and trustworthiness as you will have access to Syensqo's most sensitive information or systems in the context of your mission. Please note that the selected person for this position will be required to undergo and meet company standards for vetting verifications and reference checks.
• Syensqo is a science company developing groundbreaking solutions that enhance the way we live, work, travel and play. Inspired by the scientific councils which Ernest Solvay initiated in 1911, we bring great minds together to push the limits of science and innovation for the benefit of our customers, with a diverse, global team of more than 13,000 associates. Our solutions contribute to safer, cleaner, and more sustainable products found in homes, food and consumer goods, planes, cars, batteries, smart devices and health care applications. Our innovation power enables us to deliver on the ambition of a circular economy and explore breakthrough technologies that advance humanity.
• At Syensqo, we seek to promote unity and not uniformity. We value the diversity that individuals bring and we invite you to consider a future with us, regardless of background, age, gender, national origin, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, ability or identity. We encourage individuals who may require any assistance or accommodations to let us know to ensure a seamless application experience. We are here to support you throughout the application journey and want to ensure all candidates are treated equally. If you are unsure whether you meet all the criteria or qualifications listed in the job description, we still encourage you to apply.
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