Head of EHS & Sustainability

Wellspect AB; Mölndals kommun; On-site; SEK 1,100,000 - 1,600,000; Full time

Job summary

Wellspect AB invites a senior EHS & Sustainability leader to shape the future of environment, health and safety in a highly automated medical device manufacturing setting. The role involves driving governance, climate strategy and regulatory compliance across the organisation.

You will lead the EHS and Sustainability function, manage risk, and contribute to the company’s Net Zero 2045 journey while engaging stakeholders and building capabilities across the value chain.

Qualifications

• University degree or higher in Engineering, Environmental Science, Sustainability or related field.
• Several years of people leadership experience within EHS and/or Sustainability.
• Experience from manufacturing, preferably regulated industries such as MedTech, Pharma or Life Science.
• Strong knowledge of Swedish and European EHS legislation and translating regulatory requirements into business processes.
• Experience with ISO 14001 and integrated EHS management systems.
• Experience with sustainability strategy, climate targets and regulatory environmental reporting.
• Strong stakeholder management skills with authorities and senior leadership.
• Excellent communication skills in Swedish and English.

Responsibilities

• Lead and continuously evolve the EHS and Sustainability function at Wellspect.
• Drive the implementation of our sustainability strategy and climate transition plan toward Net Zero 2045.
• Develop ISO 14001 management system and EHS governance.
• Interface with environmental and regulatory authorities to ensure compliance with permits and requirements.
• Ensure compliance with Swedish and EU EHS legislation and evolving sustainability requirements.
• Lead risk management related to environment, health and safety.
• Oversee sustainability reporting, climate data management and environmental performance improvements.
• Support major investment projects, facility expansions, automation initiatives and new product introductions.
• Build engagement and capabilities across the organization through coaching and training.
• Lead and develop a high-performing EHS and Sustainability team and foster safety culture.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Strategic thinking

Change management

Communication

Education

University degree in Engineering, Environmental Science, Sustainability or related field

Job description

Join Wellspect and make a real difference

Do you want to lead the sustainability and EHS agenda in one of Sweden’s most advanced medical technology manufacturing environments?

At Wellspect, every day we improve the quality of life for people with chronic health conditions around the world. Our products help hundreds of thousands of people live more independently and with greater dignity. Now, we are entering an exciting phase of growth with new products, expanding production capacity, increased automation, and ambitious sustainability targets.

This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of Environment, Health, Safety and Sustainability at our global headquarters in Mölndal.

Your opportunity

As Head of EHS & Sustainability, you will be a member of the Manufacturing & Supply Chain Leadership Team and a key advisor to the Site Leadership Team.

You will lead and develop our EHS and sustainability agenda across a highly automated, world-class medical device manufacturing operation while ensuring full compliance with regulatory requirements and driving continuous improvement.

Building on a strong foundation, you will help define the future of EHS and Sustainability at Wellspect.

You will have a central role in our journey toward Net Zero 2045, supporting our validated Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) commitments and helping transform ambitious goals into measurable results. At Wellspect, sustainability is not a side activity. It is embedded in our strategy, our operations and our commitment to patients, employees, society and the environment.

What you will do

As Head of EHS & Sustainability, you will:

• Lead and continuously evolve the EHS and Sustainability function at Wellspect.
• Drive the implementation of our sustainability strategy and climate transition plan toward achieving Net Zero 2045.
• Lead the continuous development of our ISO 14001 management system and EHS governance.
• Serve as the primary interface with environmental and regulatory authorities, ensuring continued compliance with environmental permits and regulatory requirements.
• Ensure compliance with Swedish and EU EHS legislation and emerging sustainability requirements.
• Lead risk management activities related to environment, health and safety.
• Ensure efficient sustainability reporting, including climate data management and environmental performance improvements.
• Support major investment projects, facility expansions, automation initiatives and new product introductions.
• Build engagement and capabilities throughout the organization through coaching, communication and training.
• Lead and develop a highly competent team of EHS and Sustainability professionals while fostering a strong safety culture.

Why Wellspect?

Wellspect is a company that can offer a unique combination of purpose, technology and profitable growth.

Here you will:

• Improve lives through products that truly matter.
• Work at the headquarters of a global MedTech company.
• Influence strategic decisions and company direction.
• Be part of an exciting expansion journey with significant investments in manufacturing and automation.
• Lead sustainability initiatives with real business impact.
• Collaborate across the full value chain, from R&D and Operations to Commercial and Global Functions.
• Join a company with strong values, high ambitions and an inclusive culture.

Who are you?

You are an inspiring leader with the ability to translate strategy into action. You combine technical competence with business understanding and thrive in environments where you can influence, challenge and drive change.

You have a track record of leading change and creating engagement across large organizations.

You enjoy collaborating across functions and organizational levels, and you are passionate about creating sustainable solutions that benefit both people and the planet.

Qualifications

We expect you to have:

• University degree in Engineering, Environmental Science, Sustainability or a related field.
• Several years of people leadership experience within EHS and/or Sustainability.
• Experience from a manufacturing environment, preferably within regulated industries such as MedTech, Pharma or Life Science.
• Strong knowledge of Swedish and European EHS legislation and experience translating regulatory requirements into effective business processes.
• Experience with ISO 14001 and integrated EHS management systems.
• Experience working with sustainability strategy, climate targets and regulatory environmental reporting.
• Strong stakeholder management skills and experience interacting with authorities and senior leadership teams.
• Excellent communication skills in both Swedish and English.

Ready to make a difference?

At Wellspect, your work will matter.

Not only because you will help create a safer workplace and a more sustainable company, but because your leadership will contribute to improving the lives of people around the world.

Join us and help shape the future of sustainable medical technology.

Reporting to:

Vice President Manufacturing & Supply Chain

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We look forward to hearing from you.