HSE Senior R&I Manager

Syensqo; Aubervilliers; Sur place; EUR 60 000 - 80 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

A leading chemical company in Aubervilliers is seeking an experienced HSE Manager to support the Site Director in managing health, safety, and environmental compliance. The role requires strong leadership skills and a deep understanding of HSE regulations, with responsibilities ranging from developing safety policies to training staff on best practices. The successful candidate will oversee a team of HSE technicians and ensure a culture of safety and sustainability within the organization. Competitive salary and benefits are offered for this on-site role.

Prestations

Competitive salary and benefits

Parental leave according to country rules

Access to training platform

Free well-being and psychological support

Qualifications

• Senior R&I manager with HSE experience or strong HSE awareness.
• Comprehensive knowledge of HSE regulations and standards.
• Practical knowledge of health & safety issues in labs.

Responsabilités

• Develop and implement HSE policies and procedures.
• Advise management on compliance with EU legislation.
• Conduct regular risk assessments and audits.
• Lead incident investigations and ensure timely reporting.
• Provide training and guidance to employees on HSE best practices.

Connaissances

HSE experience

Excellent communication skills

Leadership

Collaboration

Customer Focus

Community Engagement

Formation

Formal HSE qualification

Experience in a research organization or laboratory

Description du poste

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 the R&I and Campus of Aubervilliers (PARIS) site. This person will be the right-hand man, he assists the Site Director in properly identifying hazards and controlling risks within the facility, in compliance with all regulations and Group requirements. He will be in charge of a team of 4 HSE technicians.

We count on you 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 on global safety of the Campus and organizational safety of Syensqo Labs
• Being the point of contact for Syensqo GBU Initiatives and Companies on site of HSE

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement HSE policies, procedures, and programs in alignment with Syensqo’s Life saving rules, sustainability goals and regulatory requirements
• Advise management on compliance requirements regarding applicable EU legislation, ensuring required compliance
• Conduct regular risk assessments thanks to a strong R&I expertise and audits to identify potential hazards and implement corrective actions
• Lead incident investigations and ensure timely reporting and documentation of findings.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate HSE considerations into project planning and execution.
• Provide training and guidance to employees on HSE best practices and regulatory compliance.
• Monitor and analyze HSE performance metrics to drive continuous improvement
• Foster a "Speak Up" culture where employees feel safe to raise concerns and contribute to a safe working environment
• Coordinates the site's emergency plan
• Evaluates the HSE performance of the employees under his responsibility
• Periodically participates 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 change - 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
• Parental leave according to the country rules
• Access to the training plateform
• Free well‑being and psychologic support

Additional information:

• Location: Aubervilliers (France)
• This role requires 100% on site presence.

About Us

• 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.