HSE Specialist (m/f/d)

About the job

Company Description

As a world market leader in crop protection, we help farmers to face these threats and ensure sufficient safe, nutritious and affordable food for all - by promoting the minimisation of land use and other agricultural inputs.

Syngenta Crop Protection ensures the protection of plants from sowing to harvest. From sowing to harvest, crops must be protected from weeds, insects and diseases as well as from drought, flooding, heat and cold.

The headquarters of Syngenta Crop Protection is located in Switzerland.

Job Description

For our client Syngenta Crop Protection in Münchwilen (AG), we are looking for an immediate start:

HSE Specialist

Purpose of the Role

As an HSE Specialist, you support the HSE team in Münchwilen and coordinate safety-related tasks in the areas of Health, Safety and Environment. Your duties include identifying and assessing risks, developing and implementing protective measures, as well as monitoring and ensuring compliance with relevant laws and standards to guarantee employee safety and environmental protection. 

You work in an interdisciplinary team that supports the development and pilot plants for formulation and synthesis at the site on all occupational safety and health topics and coordinates the implementation of global guidelines and legal requirements.

Your Challenge

• Responsible as part of the team for implementing the Code of Practices in the areas of Health, Safety and Environment, including updating and revalidating the HSE Site Directives and associated documents.
• Support in conducting workplace and process risk analyses.
• Support in managing waste, wastewater and air emissions.
• Contact person for the work permit process and Life Saving Rules.
• Planning and conducting audits.
• Conducting root cause investigations and clarifications in the event of incidents.
• Supporting team colleagues with training.
• Advising internal customers on all occupational safety and health topics.

Qualifications

Your Experience & Competencies

• BSc, MSc or similar qualification in Chemistry or Process Engineering with at least 5 years of experience, preferably in an international environment within a complex matrix organisation. Knowledge of VUV, ArG and EKAS 6508 etc. ASGS is an advantage.
• Very good German and English skills.
• Analytical thinking. Experience in project management is advantageous.
• Excellent ability to communicate with stakeholders at various levels.
• High affinity for technology and innovation.
• Motivation to work and learn in a fast-paced environment.

Additional Information

Additional information

• Valuable work in an international environment
• Flexible working hours and contemporary remuneration
• Open, pleasant working atmosphere
• Internal development opportunities #togetherwegrow
• Contribution to food security -> #bringingplantpotentialtolife
• Exclusive employee discounts and benefits

Do you feel addressed? We look forward to receiving your complete online application including CV, cover letter, diplomas and certificates (if applicable).

Syngenta is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion or other employment practices on the basis of race, colour, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, marital status or veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.

Health Promotion Switzerland recognises Syngenta's commitment to the health and well-being of employees and awards all Swiss sites the label "Friendly Work Space". At Syngenta, the health and well-being of employees are the key to business success.