For our team / area of Technical Operations
we are looking for an active, highly qualified (m/f/x)
HSE Manager
Health, Safety and Environment
30hours per week
Ref.No. SK127
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
* Lead and manage all aspects of Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE), in close collaboration with the center's "Sicherheitsvertrauensperson" (SVP) to ensure legal compliance and risk control.
* Promote and embed a proactive safety culture across in-house operations and project activities.
* Provide strategic HSE support to research and development projects from early planning through execution.
* Support operational units on-site, including laboratories and pilot plants, regarding occupational health and safety measures.
* Conduct and document thorough HSE risk assessments tied to new projects, new equipment, laboratory, or pilot plant.
* Define, implement, and communicate effective control measures to mitigate identified risks.
* Organize, lead, and follow up on internal and external HSE audits.
* Investigate accidents and incidents, perform root cause analysis, and ensure appropriate corrective and preventive actions.
* Design, implement, and document HSE training programs, safety instructions, and awareness campaigns.
* Maintain up-to-date HSE documentation and ensure compliance with applicable laws, standards, and corporate policies.
* Act as the company's designated safety specialist, contributing to continuous improvement of HSE performance and systems.
REQUIREMENTS
* A technical or natural scientific MS degree
* Certification as an auditor and as a system manager or technical expert in at least one of the following standards: ISO9001, ISO14001 or ISO17025
* Experience in chemical laboratories; experience in the pharmaceutical field as an advantage
* Experience with tools for process and risk control
* Knowledge in electrical engineering, physics, biotechnology, or process engineering as an advantage
* Strong safety awareness and commitment to safe working practices
* Independent and detail-oriented, with the ability to plan and manage tasks autonomously
* Professional conduct and communication skills in dealing with international clients, partners and colleagues
WE OFFER
* A multidisciplinary and dynamic research environment and access to highly modern infrastructure on campus of Graz University of Technology
* Opportunities for career development at the academic and industrial level
* A competitive salary (min. € 49.000,- gross/year, overpayment - depending on qualification - possible).
At RCPE, we place a strong emphasis on promoting diversity and inclusion.
We are also committed to encouraging women to explore opportunities within our technical environment.
We actively encourage applications from women and, when candidates possess equivalent qualifications, we give preference while considering all relevant aspects and circumstances of all applications.
We are looking forward to receiving your application including your CV, a cover letter, your publication record (if available) and credentials.