HSEQ Manager, Småland

1451 MT Metsä Tissue AB; Pauliström; On-site; SEK 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care

Wellness allowance

Training programs

Benify benefits portal

Job summary

Metsä Tissue AB in Småland seeks an HSEQ Manager to lead safety, quality, and environmental programs at the Nyboholm (Kvillsfors) plant. You will develop policies, coordinate risk assessments, and drive a culture of safety across the site.

The role reports to plant management and requires strong leadership, Swedish and English proficiency, and experience in HSEQ. The position is based at Smålandsbruken, Nyboholm/Kvillsfors, Sweden.

Qualifications

• Experience in leadership and ability to lead and develop a team.
• Excellent knowledge in occupational safety, quality, and environment.
• Strong communication skills, decision-making, and ability to build a positive work environment.
• Fluency in Swedish and English, both spoken and written.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement HSEQ policies to ensure compliance with laws, regulations, and internal standards.
• Support line organisation in conducting risk assessments and addressing risks.
• Lead safety walks and safety talks with high quality.
• Ensure quality controls are performed according to company standards and environmental legislation.
• Lead and coordinate HSEQ training to create a strong and sustainable safety culture.
• Participate in and lead projects to implement new processes and improvements in the HSEQ area.
• Act as a point of contact with authorities and external suppliers for HSEQ‑related issues.

Skills

Leadership

Occupational safety

Quality & environment

Risk assessment

Communication

Swedish & English

Education

Relevant academic background or equivalent experience

Job description

About the Role

HSEQ Manager – Metsä Tissue, Småland

Metsä Tissue is part of Metsä Group, a major forest industry company that produces hygiene products and greaseproof papers. We welcome people from diverse backgrounds and stages of life, and all are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement HSEQ policies to ensure compliance with laws, regulations, and internal standards.
• Support line organisation in conducting risk assessments and identifying and addressing potential risks on the workplace.
• Support line organisation in conducting safety walks (Safety Walks) and safety talks (Safety Talks) with high quality.
• Ensure quality controls are performed according to company standards and that the company meets environmental legislation.
• Lead and coordinate HSEQ training to create a strong and sustainable safety culture within the organisation.
• Participate in and lead projects to implement new processes and improvements in the HSEQ area.
• Act as a point of contact with authorities and external suppliers for HSEQ‑related issues.

Qualifications

• Relevant academic background or equivalent experience.
• Experience in leadership and ability to lead and develop a team.
• Excellent knowledge in occupational safety, quality, and environment.
• Strong communication skills, decision‑making, and ability to build a positive work environment.
• Fluency in Swedish and English, both spoken and written.

Benefits

• Employer‑provided health care managed by external partners, supporting a sustainable work life.
• Wellness contribution that can be used for health‑promoting activities.
• Extensive training and development opportunities.
• Access to the benefit portal Benify, offering a wide range of benefits and offers.

Additional Information

The position is located at Smålandsbruken in Nyboholm (Kvillsfors) and Pauliström. The HSEQ team consists of 5 members, all reporting directly to the HSEQ Manager. The role is part of the plant's local management group and reports to the plant manager.

Applications are accepted anonymously until 21 August 2026. For more information, contact the plant manager Torbjörn Kraft at 0501‑275491 or [e-mail].