HSE Specialist 80 – 100% (f​/m​/d

Position: HSE Specialist 80 – 100% (f/m/d)
Location: Zürich

Location:

Zurich, Zurich, Switzerland Job :

R0130279

Date Posted:

Company Name:

HITACHI ENERGY LTD Profession (Job Category):

Legal, Compliance & Audit

Job Schedule:

Full time Remote:

No

Job Description:

The Opportunity 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 usOur 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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Use of Al and automated tools in recruitment

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Background Screening and Security Checks As part of the hiring process, Hitachi Energy conducts pre-employment background checks that may include verification of employment history, education, criminal records, and other relevant information, in accordance with applicable laws.

For certain roles—particularly those involving access to sensitive information, financial responsibilities, client data, regulated environments, or security-sensitive functions—additional or more comprehensive background or security screenings may be required. These may include, but are not limited to, enhanced criminal history checks, credit history reviews (where legally permissible), sanctions screening, or other due diligence measures aligned with the responsibilities of the position.

The scope and depth of any background or security review will be determined based on the nature of the role and business necessity, and will always be conducted in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Candidates will be notified and, where required, asked to provide consent prior to the initiation of any such checks.
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