EH&S Specialist

Element Solutions Inc; Novara; On-site; EUR 41,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and Pension funds (FASCHIM/FONC

Company laptop

Canteen access

38 hours/week schedule

Job summary

Element Solutions Inc. is seeking a safety professional to join our Italy-based team in Trecate to advance safety and environmental practices across Company activities.

Reporting to the Safety and Environment Manager, you will develop the safety program, lead regulatory compliance efforts (Seveso, REACH, CLP), and collaborate with R&D, Production, and Supply Chain. The role offers a competitive base salary starting from €45,000 per year, health benefits, and a welfare plan.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in scientific discipline (Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Chemistry and Technology, Environmental Science, or related field).
• At least 5 years of professional experience in a Seveso establishment.
• Strong knowledge of chemical regulations (REACH, CLP, and related legislation).

Responsibilities

• Monitor and interpret national and international chemical regulations.
• Review SDS and ensure classification and labeling.
• Support regulatory obligations and regulatory submissions.
• Contribute to major accident risk assessments and preventive measures.
• Provide regulatory support to R&D, Production, Procurement, and Supply Chain.
• Maintain and update the Safety Management System per Legislative Decree 105/2015.
• Liaise with authorities and support inspections and training.

Skills

Analytical skills

Documentation management

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Regulatory knowledge

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor’s degree in science

Job description

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Challenge Yourself and Impact the Future!

MacDermid Enthone Industrial Solutions operates as a business of Element Solutions Inc (NYSE: ESI). Element Solutions Inc is a leading specialty chemicals company whose businesses supply a broad range of solutions that enhance the products people use every day.

MacDermid Enthone Industrial Solutions is a global supplier of industrial metal and plastic finishing chemistries. We primarily design and manufacture chemical systems that protect and decorate surfaces. Our high-performance functional coatings improve resistance to wear and tear, such as hard chrome plating of shock absorbers for cars, or provide corrosion resistance for appliance parts. Our decorative performance coatings apply finishes for parts in various end markets such as automotive interiors or jewelry surfaces. As part of our broader sustainable solutions platform, we also provide both chemistry and equipment for turnkey wastewater treatment, and recycle and reuse solutions. Our industrial customer base is highly diverse and includes customers in the following end markets: appliances and electronics; automotive parts; industrial parts; plumbing goods; construction equipment; and transportation equipment.

We strive to embody the five 'Elements of our Culture'- our '5C's'; Challenge, Commit, Collaborate, Choose, and Care. These core values are the foundation of our organization which our employees embrace in their interactions with customers, colleagues and other stakeholders, to drive financial performance and create a rewarding work environment.

Who are we looking for?

We are looking for a safety professional, highly motivated and willing to take a step further in his career by joining our team. Exciting and challenging opportunity working in an American multinational chemical company. The candidate will be part of a team of people with whom they will collaborate on updating and implementing safety and environmental for various Company activities.

He/she will report to the Safety and Environment Manager. The successful candidate will actively participate in the development of the safety team, helping with possible implementations/system changes, transition of activities and collaborate in the continuous process improvement.

This position is located in Trecate (NO), Italy.

What will you be doing?

• Monitor and interpret national and international regulations (REACH, CLP, SDS, BPR, PIC, POPs, RoHS, Dual Use, Drug & Explosives Precursors), translating regulatory requirements into operational practices.
• Review and verify the compliance of technical documentation and Safety Data Sheets (SDS), including classification and labeling.
• Ensure product compliance and support regulatory obligations, including mandatory notifications and submissions.
• Contribute to chemical risk assessments, particularly with regard to exposure scenarios, and support the definition of preventive and protective measures.
• Provide regulatory support to R&D, Production, Procurement, and Supply Chain by assessing the compliance of raw materials, suppliers, and product or process changes.
• Support emergency management activities in a Seveso establishment subject to major accident hazard regulations (Legislative Decree 105/2015).
• Support emergency preparedness and response activities within a Chemical Industrial Site, including coordination with the External Emergency Plan.
• Identify accident scenarios associated with the use and handling of hazardous substances.
• Contribute to major accident risk assessments using methodologies such as HAZOP, What-If Analysis, Fault Tree Analysis (FTA), and other recognized techniques.
• Maintain and continuously update the Safety Management System (SMS) in compliance with Legislative Decree 105/2015.
• Liaise with competent authorities, supporting regulatory inspections, audits, and compliance-related requests.
• Deliver internal training on regulatory requirements and promote a strong compliance culture across the organization.
• Monitor regulatory developments and contribute to the continuous improvement of compliance processes.

Who are You?

• Bachelor’s degree in scientific discipline (Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Chemistry and Technology, Environmental Science, or a related field).
• At least 5 years of professional experience in a Seveso establishment subject to major accident hazard regulations (Legislative Decree 105/2015).
• Strong knowledge of chemical regulations, including REACH, CLP, and other relevant legislation.
• Solid understanding of chemistry and toxicology.

What competencies will you need?

• Excellent analytical, organizational, and document management skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across functions and with external stakeholders.
• Strong team-building skills and the proven ability to work with a diverse group of people.
• Relational skills to undertake and manage projects working in multi-functional Teams (Quality, Production, Process, Maintenance) in a rapidly expanding Chemical Site.
• Good command of technical English, both written and spoken.
• Able to establish personal credibility at all levels, building effective relationships.
• Eager to learn and embrace change.

We are Offering...

You will be employed with the National Contract of Chemists (CCNL Chimico) with the possibility to subscribe to the related Health and Pension funds (FASCHIM and FONCHIM).

As part of our team here you will receive a competitive base salary, you will participate in a generous performance related bonus scheme, as well as a yearly welfare plan.

You will receive a company laptop computer, and you will access to the company canteen.

Working time: 38 hours/week. Mon-Thu 8:30 -12:30, 13:30 -17:30, Fri 8:30 -12:30, 13:30 -15:30 with half an hour of morning (8:30 -9:00) flexibility guaranteed.

At Element Solutions Inc, you will be part a highly collaborative culture that promotes continuous improvement through cross-functional partnerships to achieve our mission. We do this through a strong and unified culture and transparent management which has empowered us to create high performing global teams that achieve superior solutions for our customers.

For this role, we are offering a salary starting from € 45,000 per annum.

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