EHS Specialist

Nordic Snus is one of Sweden's largest producer of snus, with head quarter in Stockholm and production outside of Gothenburg. Nordic Snus produces Swedish quality snus like the classic LD. Nordic Snus AB is located in Vårgårda, Västra Götaland, Sweden and is part of Japan Tobacco International Company. There are 464 offices and factories in the Nordic Snus AB corporate family
Position purpose:
The EHS Specialist will ensure effective running of the Environmental, Health, Safety and building and utilities programs in our snus factory in Vårgårda. The person holding this position will provide input into development of the Environment, Health and Safety Programs, Annual planning and enhance the performance of key performance indicator in the related area.
What will you do – Responsibilities:
Ensure process owners identify EHS-related risks at workplace, make risk assessment and support to develop actions which are in line with corporate EHS standard and legal requirements.
Coordinate the integration of EHS into general management activities, as example but not limited to; Work Environment Committee, Management of Change, Monthly Performance Review etc.
Support with essential measures of work organization, with instructions, operating instructions and trainings.
Investigation of potential incidents, analysing and evaluating root causes; preparation of documentation as well as fulfillment of reporting obligations and develoment of actions.
Continuous education and training of the necessary expertise in technical and organizational occupational health and safety through self-study, trainings.
Ownership in the implementation of the global Global Supply Chain Safety Roadmap and its local implementation at the Vårgårda site, including Machine Safety and Behavior Observation System Implementation
Ownership of local implementation of EHS programs initiated by global and corporate functions
Assist in the coordination of the contractors on site in all aspects of safety, environmental and health protection, applicable regulations and procedures in coordination with the Project Manager.
Regular inspection of contractors and continuous improvement in occupational health and safety.
Coordinate contractor assessment based on contractor self-assessment and regular on-site audits.
Conduct regular compliance checks vs Corporate Standards and regulatory requirements (ENHESA)
Conduct site inspections with a focus on corporate standards.
Support internal audits related to ISO 45001, 14001 and 50001.
Advising departments on project planning and implementation in relation to EHS.
Safety acceptance of machines and equipment prior to commissioning.
Responsible for proper functioning, regular maintenance and proper condition of all Buildings and Utility systems including but not limited to: Electrical networks, HVAC, Compressed air, Heating systems, Steam pipelines, Fire protection and Security systems, Water supplies, Waste handling, etc.
ASP budgeting and monthly follow up on relation to B&U area.


Who are we looking for – Requirements:
University Degree or relevant qualification, e.g. master craftsman training in a technical profession or technician; completed qualification as occupational safety specialist
At least 2 years of work experience in a similar position
English and Swedish Fluent, both written and verbal
Knowledge and understanding of ISO management systems and EHS Regulations; good knowledge of project management and with audits
Excellent Knowledge of MS Office


You will be successful in this role, if you are:
Communicative
Perfectly structured and organized to be able to combine variety of tasks
Team player
Analytical