Health, Safety and Environmental Specialist with laboratory experience

Hitachi Energy is a pioneering technology leader that is helping to increase access to affordable, reliable, sustainable and modern energy for all. We help keep your lights on, the factories running, our hospitals and schools open. At Hitachi Energy Research we are developing the next generation of products which will underpin the ongoing energy revolution!
We are hiring a Health, Safety and Environmental Specialist with laboratory experience to lead our HSE-team at Hitachi Energy Research, Västerås, Sweden. In this role you will work as a leader/coordinator driving our HSE and sustainability work. You will also be a Local Sustainability Officer working with many aspects related to sustainability in our operations, as well as supporting with laboratory work in research projects carried out at our centre.
We are interested to learn more about you and your experiences so don’t hesitate to apply even though you don’t meet all requirements. A great team with good collaboration is waiting for you to join!
Your responsibilities
Lead and drive the Health, Safety and Environmental (HSE) work in our research center in Västerås to ensure an exemplary health and safety culture as well as a strong focus on environmental aspects.
Coach, support and provide advice to managers and researchers on Health, Safety and Sustainability matters and related to legal compliance
Implement safety and sustainability objectives and targets including reporting in the organization and to various authorities on our environmental footprint and actions
Support the effective implementation of the Hitachi Energy HSE and Sustainability Management System to support our ISO certification
Take a lead in dealing with reported HSE risks and incidents, work with root causes and support and follow up corrective actions
Engage in network for environmental work in the Swedish part of Hitachi Energy as well as with colleagues in Hitachi Research Centers globally working with HSE
Carry out laboratory work in research projects carried out at our center as needed
Living core values of safety and integrity, which means taking responsibility for your own actions while caring for your colleagues, and the business

Your background
We highly value your personality and your willingness to learn new things. You are a team player that understand and value the importance of working together to achieve great results
You have prior HSE and sustainability experience, preferably from a similar industry.
You have experience of laboratory work in e.g. electrical testing, chemistry or material science
It is an advantage if you hold a bachelor’s or master’s degree in science, engineering or equivalent, but it is not a requirement
A basic knowledge of Health & Safety and Environment legislative requirements
You have a pro-active mindset to self-initiate actions and take decisions.
You have good communication and influencing skills to address and build trust within the organization
Fluency in English and Swedish is required, both written and spoken

More about us
Are you ready for a new exciting challenge? Does the above description sound like you? Welcome to apply before September 8! Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis, so don’t delay – apply today!     
Recruiting manager Andrew Maxwell, andrew.maxwell@hitachienergy.com, will be happy to answer your questions regarding this position. Union representatives - Sveriges Ingenjörer: Bo Westman, +46 107-38 38 04; Unionen: Karin Ulvemark, +46 107-38 51 42; Ledarna: Christer Fridlund, +46 107-38 29 12. All other questions should be directed to Talent Partner Kirsi Lehto, kirsi.lehto@hitachienergy.com
Hitachi Energy is a global technology leader that is advancing a sustainable energy future for all. We serve customers in the utility, industry and infrastructure sectors with innovative solutions and services across the value chain. Together with customers and partners, we pioneer technologies and enable the digital transformation required to accelerate the energy transition towards a carbon-neutral future. We are advancing the world’s energy system to become more sustainable, flexible and secure whilst balancing social, environmental and economic value. Hitachi Energy has a proven track record and unparalleled installed base in more than 140 countries. Headquartered in Switzerland, we employ around 38,000 people in 90 countries and generate business volumes of approximately $10 billion USD. www.hitachienergy.com