EHS & Utility Manager

British American Tobacco Sweden AB; Malmö kommun; On-site; SEK 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance bonus

Health plans

Work-life balance initiatives

Transportation support

Flexible holiday plan

Job summary

British American Tobacco Sweden AB is seeking an EHS & Utility Manager in Malmö to lead the Sustainability & Utility team, ensuring a safe working environment, sustainable factory operations, and reliable utility functionality.

The role drives compliance with international standards and Swedish legislation, oversees budgets, reporting, and audits, and partners with authorities and suppliers to implement improvements and safety initiatives.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in sustainability, EHS, or utilities.
• University degree in sustainability, construction, EHS, or similar field.
• Fluency in Swedish and English.

Responsibilities

• Ensure EHS, sustainability, energy, and utility compliance with global standards and local legislation.
• Lead and develop the Sustainability & Utility team, including capability building and performance management.
• Oversee accurate reporting and incident management with authorities and regional stakeholders.
• Drive risk assessments, safety procedures, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Act as Sustainability (SUST) pillar lead and support IWS agenda.
• Manage and ensure compliance with EHS frameworks and programs (e.g., roadmap, BCP, energy mapping).
• Lead and support projects related to EHS, sustainability, and utilities, including identifying improvements.
• Coordinate audits and inspections with external bodies and suppliers.
• Manage budget (OPEX), contracts, and documentation within the function.
• Promote sustainable energy use and innovation, while setting direction and driving change across the organization.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Team management

Communication

Swedish

English

Education

University degree in sustainability / EHS / related field

Job description

BAT is evolving at pace into a global multi-category business. Our purpose is to create A Better Tomorrow™ by Building a Smokeless World.

To achieve our ambition, we are looking for colleagues who are ready to join us on this journey! Tomorrow can't wait, let's shape it together!

British American Tobacco Fiedler & Lundgren has an exciting opportunity for an EHS & Utility Manager in Malmö

The EHS & Utility Manager leads the Sustainability & Utility team and delivers a safe working environment, a sustainable factory and a reliable utility functionality. The role is responsible for compliance towards international standards and Swedish legislation regarding EHS,

sustainability and utility, OPEX budget, reporting accuracy and contract management. The role is guiding external bodies and suppliers through

audits and inspections. As a role model, the Sustainability & Utility Manager demonstrates a professional leadership, clear direction and

commitment to safety and the company's vision and mission.

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Ensure EHS, sustainability, energy, and utility compliance with global standards and local legislation.
• Lead and develop the Sustainability & Utility team, including capability building and performance management.
• Oversee accurate reporting and incident management with authorities and regional stakeholders.
• Drive risk assessments, safety procedures, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Act as Sustainability (SUST) pillar lead and support IWS agenda.
• Manage and ensure compliance with EHS frameworks and programs (e.g., roadmap, BCP, energy mapping)
• Lead and support projects related to EHS, sustainability, and utilities, including identifying improvements
• Coordinate audits and inspections with external bodies and suppliers.
• Manage budget (OPEX), contracts, and documentation within the function.
• Promote sustainable energy use and innovation, while setting direction and driving change across the organization.
• Comply and implement activities in accordance with the rules of laws and regulations relating to environmental protection, safety at work and fire protection, and internal EHS or Sustainability standards and procedures.

What are we looking for?

• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in sustainability, EHS, or utilities.
• University degree in sustainability, construction, EHS, or similar field.
• Strong knowledge of EHS, sustainability, and utility regulations (especially local legislation).
• Solid understanding of industrial/manufacturing environments.
• Proven leadership and team management capabilities.
• Ability to drive improvement initiatives and change management.
• Strong communication, stakeholder management, and relationship-building skills.
• Fluency in Swedish and English.
• Proactive, results-oriented mindset with strong problem-solving skills.
• High adaptability, autonomy, and coaching/influencing ability.

What we offer you?

• We offer a market leading annual performance bonus (subject to eligibility)
• Our range of benefits varies by country and includes diverse health plans, initiatives for work-life balance, transportation support, and a flexible holiday plan with additional incentives
• Your journey with us isn't limited by boundaries; it's propelled by your aspirations. Join us at BAT and become a part of an environment that thrives on internal advancement, where your career progression isn't just a statement – it's a reality we're eager to build together. Seize the opportunity and own your development; your next chapter starts here.
• You'll have access to online learning platforms and personalized growth programs to nurture your leadership skills
• We prioritise continuous improvement within a transformative environment, preparing for ongoing changes

WHY JOIN BAT?

In BAT Sweden we strive to create a smokeless reality on a day-to-day basis. If you wonder how we are getting there, please take a look at the OMNI report – a comprehensive study done to analyse the current market trends in tobacco harm reduction.

We're one of the few companies named as a Global Top Employer by the Top Employers Institute – certified in offering excellent employee conditions.

Collaboration, inclusion and partnership underpin everything we do here at BAT. We are looking forward to enabling every individual to thrive, regardless of gender, sexual orientation, marital or civil partnership status, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, disability, age, skills, experience, education, socio-economic and professional background, veteran status, perspectives and thinking styles. We know that embracing talent from all backgrounds is what makes us stronger and best prepared to meet our business goals.

We see the career breaks as opportunities, not obstacles. Through The Global Returners program, we support professionals looking to restart their careers after an extended absence from the workforce (e.g. time out caring for family, parental leave, national service, sabbatical and/or starting an own venture).

Come bring your difference and see what is possible for you at BAT. Learn more about our culture and our award winning employee experience here.

If you require any reasonable adjustments or accommodations to help you perform at your best during the recruitment process, you are encouraged to notify us. We are fully committed to support you by making appropriate arrangements for you to demonstrate your full potential.

British American Tobacco Sweden AB