HSE Specialist 80 – 100% (f/m/d)

Join Hitachi Energy as an HSE professional and play a key role in driving a strong health, safety, and environmental culture within our factory operations in Zurich. You will partner closely with leadership and cross-functional teams to ensure compliance, minimize risks, and continuously improve HSE performance while supporting sustainable and safe operations.

How You’ll Make an Impact

• Ensure compliance with HSE regulations, internal policies, and Hitachi Energy standards across the factory
• Conduct risk assessments, audits, and inspections to identify hazards and define mitigation actions
• Drive incident investigations and implement effective corrective and preventive measures
• Monitor HSE KPIs, prepare reports, and support data-driven decision-making
• Deliver and coordinate HSE training sessions while promoting awareness and best practices
• Support internal, external, and certification audits, ensuring timely follow-up actions
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and external stakeholders to integrate HSE into daily operations
• Lead HSE initiatives and environmental improvement programs (e.g. waste, water, energy)

Your Background

Minimum 5 years of HSE experience in an industrial or energy environment

Degree in Engineering, Environmental Science, Occupational Health & Safety, or similar field

Certified HSE professional according to Swiss legislation (mandatory)

Strong knowledge of ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 standards and HSE Swiss regulations

Proven experience in risk assessments, incident analysis, and performance reporting

Strong communication and training skills with the ability to influence behaviors

Analytical, proactive, and solution-oriented mindset with a collaborative working style

Fluent in German and English; additional expertise in ergonomics or hazardous materials is a plus

More about us

Our flexible working practices help you optimize personal and business performance while creating an environment where all employees can develop their skills and grow.

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