HSE Specialist 80 - 100% (f/m/d)

The opportunity

In our Profit Center Surge Arresters in Wettingen, Switzerland, we produce and offer innovative, reliable and secure overvoltage protection solutions in the segments of power generation and distribution, railway, and industry. Our ambition is to impress our worldwide customers as a technology leader with world-class overvoltage protection solutions. We do so by expanding our leading position in core technologies as well as by continuously improving our business processes.

Are you passionate about creating a safer, more sustainable workplace? Join our team in Wettingen and take the lead in shaping health, safety, and environmental standards for cutting-edge surge arrester solutions. In this role, you'll combine technical expertise with strong collaboration, communication, and problem-solving skills to drive continuous improvement and compliance. You'll work closely with diverse teams, influence stakeholders, and champion a proactive safety culture that protects people and the environment. If you thrive in dynamic environments, enjoy taking ownership, and have a talent for building trust and driving change, this is your chance to make a real impact.

How you'll make an impact

• Ensuring compliance with Swiss occupational safety, health and environmental regulations and implementing Hitachi Energy policies and standards for the operating unit Wettingen
• Supporting and consulting of all hierarchical levels in their tasks regarding occupational safety, health and environmental management
• Conducting opportunity and risk analyses and implementing necessary measures together with all stakeholders
• Promoting the quality and safety culture and implementing Hitachi Energy employee engagement programs in strong collaboration with the local & HUB HSE Team including conducting training at all hierarchy levels following the Wettingen HSE competence Matrix
• Investigation and communication of accidents and implementation of appropriate measures to prevent further accidents
• Planning and conducting internal and external audits regarding ISO 9001/45001& compliance with Hitachi Energy Group internal HSE standards
• Prepare implement the Yearly Site HSE Plan as well as other HSE-related documentation such as the Emergency Preparedness and Response Plan
• Produce reports for Project Reviews, both internal and Customer, and attend the Project Review meetings to ensure the Hitachi Energy HSE Operating System remains suitable, adequate, and effective
• Review HSE documentation from all Hitachi Energy subcontractors and support subcontractors to meet internal and external HSE requirements

Your background

• Bachelor's degree or training with an mechanical, electrical or chemical engineering background
• Professional HSE certification based on Swiss legislation is a must
• Minimum 7 years of experience in HSE roles within a process manufacturing environment
• Proven ability to draft HSE technical documentation
• Solid knowledge of ISO 45001 and ISO 14001 standards
• Strong organizational and communication skills; ability to work effectively in global teams
• Self-driven, proactive, and collaborative mindset
• Excellent stakeholder management and influencing skills
• Fluent in English and German (written and spoken)

More about us

Our flexible working practices help you optimize personal and business performance while creating an environment where all employees can develop their skills and grow.

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Client-provided location(s): Baden, Switzerland

Job ID: Hitachi_Energy-JID3-167010

Employment Type: FULL_TIME

Posted: 2025-11-26T18:37:56