EHS Engineer – 6278 ADA

 

Our client, a dynamic global bio-pharmaceutical company headquartered in Switzerland, covering multiple therapeutic areas, is looking for a  EHS Engineer (CapEx) on a 12 months contract (yearly extendable)  based in the Bern area of Switzerland.

 

Main Responsibilities:

·      Support annual CAPEX investment projects from an EHS perspective, e.g. prepare/review/approve work permits, check construction sites, advise and check suppliers on site

·      Lead and undertake EHS risk assessments

·      Provide advice on hazards, risks and control measures

·      Support delivery of agreed EHS goals and objectives e.g. Toolbox Talk or introduction to Good Saves and EHS Capa CURVE System

·      Support management in the development and deployment of EHS risk control processes, procedures and programs

·      Provide coaching and mentoring support to department managers and employees to improve EHS performance

·      Build effective working relationships with staff and key stakeholders including site and corporate EHS functions

 

Qualifications and Experience:

·      Relevant working/residency permit or Swiss/EU-Citizenship required.

·      Qualified engineer in a technical field (Mechanical/Engineering background and ideally an advanced training/Master/Ph.D degree in engineering)

·      Swiss health and safety qualification as safety engineer

·      Previous experience as EHS consultant for a technical or production department and on construction site (earth & structural work)

·      Practical experience in technical support of biotechnological manufacturing facilities including aseptic manufacturing areas and infrastructures

·      Previous experience as process engineer

·      Proven track record in being able to plan and deploy EHS projects and/or assignments in time, budget and agreed quality of requirements

·      Knowledge of GMP-requirements and their technical implementation in cleanrooms and health, work & safety and environment requirements are an advantage

·      Working knowledge of lean principles and tools

·      Experience of management systems such as ISO14001 and OHSAS18001

·      Effective communication skills at all levels within the organization

·      Fluent in German and English