HSE Leader — Turkish Facility, International Surface Tech

ABL-TECHNIC; Manisa; On-site; TRY 300,000 - 420,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dynamic and structured industrial org

International environment

Professional development opportunities

Safe and collaborative workplace

Opportunity to extend responsibility?

Job summary

ABL-TECHNIC in Manisa, Türkiye is seeking an experienced HSE Specialist to strengthen our safety culture and ensure robust process safety across our plant. You will lead safety initiatives, oversee chemical handling, storage and compliance with local regulations, and work hands-on with production teams to embed safety in daily operations.

The role requires 5+ years in manufacturing or surface treatment sectors, a valid Occupational Safety Specialist certification (C-Class or higher), and fluent

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in manufacturing, metal, chemical or surface treatment industries.
• Strong knowledge of Chemical Process Safety.
• Valid Occupational Safety Specialist certification, C-Class or higher.
• Fluent in English, with strong cross-cultural communication skills for an international working environment.
• Leadership skills to develop and maintain a strong HSE culture.
• Strong field presence and hands-on approach.

Responsibilities

• HSE Culture & Leadership: Develop, promote and maintain a strong Health, Safety & Environment culture across the plant, leading by example with a strong field presence.
• Chemical Process Safety: Oversee safe handling, storage and use of chemical materials, ensuring robust process safety practices in surface treatment and coating removal operations.
• Compliance & Certification: Act as the site's Occupational Safety Specialist, ensuring compliance with Turkish occupational health and safety legislation and all relevant permits and industry standards.
• Risk Assessment: Identify workplace hazards, conduct risk assessments, and implement corrective and preventive actions to eliminate or mitigate risks.
• Training & Awareness: Design and deliver HSE training programs, drills and awareness initiatives to build safe working habits among plant staff.
• Incident Management: Investigate incidents and near-misses, identify root causes, and drive continuous improvement of safety performance.
• Hazardous Waste & Process Hazards: Manage hazardous waste disposal and control thermal and mechanical stripping hazards, ensuring daily plant operations comply with occupational health and environmental protection regulations.
• Field Presence: Maintain a strong, hands-on presence on the shop floor, working closely with production and maintenance teams to embed safety in daily operations.

Skills

HSE culture leadership

Chemical process safety

Cross-cultural communication

Leadership

Hands-on safety on shop floor

Education

Occupational Safety Specialist certification (C-Class or higher)

Job description

ABL-TECHNIC in Manisa, Türkiye is seeking an experienced HSE Specialist to strengthen our safety culture and ensure robust process safety across our plant. You will lead safety initiatives, oversee chemical handling, storage and compliance with local regulations, and work hands-on with production teams to embed safety in daily operations.

The role requires 5+ years in manufacturing or surface treatment sectors, a valid Occupational Safety Specialist certification (C-Class or higher), and fluent