QSSE Manager

About the job

QSSE Manager (Quality, Safety, Health, Environment) & CSR at 60%

Cave de La Côte is a major wine cooperative in the canton of Vaud, Switzerland, bringing together more than 350 members and winemakers across a 450-hectare vineyard. With a rich history and unique heritage, it now offers over 1,000 references reflecting the diversity and quality of its terroir. Firmly focused on the future, Cave de La Côte combines respect for winemaking traditions with sustainable innovations. Thanks to a responsible approach, modern technologies and recognised expertise, we master the art of blending and bottling to offer excellent wines, true to the identity of La Côte.

To cover the maternity replacement of the incumbent, we are looking for:

QSSE Manager (Quality, Safety, Health, Environment and Corporate Social Responsibility) at 60%, specialised in food quality and safety.

Mission and responsibilities

Reporting to the technical director, your main mission will be to manage all activities related to quality, safety and environmental risk controls within the company. Indeed, you will ensure the proper application and compliance with quality principles and the conformity of installations, equipment and processes in place. You will implement concrete action plans aimed at optimising and continuously improving quality, hygiene, safety and working conditions, as well as minimising the impact of activities on the environment.

You will also formalise indicators related to all these aspects and organise internal audits. You will also be responsible for certification and/or labelling procedures (Organic, ISO, CSR, etc.).

Furthermore, as safety coordinator, you will ensure the reception, training, awareness and attention of employees to QSSE rules by supporting and advising them.

Finally, you will also manage the follow-up of the CSR (corporate social responsibility) project.

Desired experience and skills

For this position, we are looking for a manager with proven knowledge of food safety and quality principles, as well as QSSE and occupational health aspects. Specific training related to these aspects is also expected, as well as at least 5 years’ experience in a similar position (in the agri-food or beverage sector). A good knowledge of quality systems (HACCP, ISO 22000, IFSF) is essential, as well as experience in organising internal audits. Finally, proficiency in IT tools (Windows and ERP) is necessary.

Start date: no later than November 2026

Workplace: on site at Cave de la Côte, CH 1131 Tolochenaz

Application information

If you are passionate about quality, safety, health and the environment, and wish to join an innovative company respectful of its traditions, we would be delighted to receive your application. Apply now via our website and be part of the Cave de La Côte adventure.