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---base:meta-keywords:meta-viewport: width=device-width, initial-scale=1.0title: Senior HSE Manager (a) Industrial site 80-100%--- Senior HSE Manager (a) Industrial site 80-100%===============================================We are seeking an experienced HSE Manager (a) to lead Health, Safety and Environmental activities at a large industrial and logistics site. This senior-level role combines strategic leadership, regulatory compliance, ISO management systems ownership, and hands-on operational support to continuously improve safety and environmental performance.
- 100% onsite presence required.
- Senior HSE Manager (a) Industrial site 80-100%===============================================Our client is a well-established international industrial organisation (Eastern Greater Zurich Area) recognised for its commitment to operational excellence, sustainability, and employee safety.
This is an interim assignment of approximately six months with a preferred start at short notice and potential for longer-term opportunities. Description Take ownership of the site's flagship ISO 45001 certification project while advancing ISO 14001 readiness and overall HSE maturity.
- Ensure compliance with Swiss HSE legislation and act as the primary contact for authorities, including SUVA, labour inspectorates, and environmental agencies.
- Define and execute the site's HSE strategy, objectives, KPIs, and improvement roadmap* Coordinate risk assessments and implement effective mitigation measures* Drive proactive safety initiatives to reduce incidents and occupational risks* Manage contractor safety and ensure compliance with site procedures* Lead or support incident and accident investigations, including root cause analysis* Oversee corrective and preventive action plans and monitor effectiveness* Coordinate internal and external HSE audits and support certification processes* Manage environmental programmes, reporting, and performance monitoring* Act as key contact for authorities, inspectors, and external stakeholders* Develop and deliver HSE training programmes and awareness initiatives* Advise site leadership and management teams on HSE matters* Support emergency preparedness, crisis management, and response exercises* Contribute to group-wide HSE initiatives, reporting, and best-practice sharing**Profile 5+ years of HSE experience within industrial, manufacturing, chemical, pharmaceutical, or similar environments* Strong expertise in ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 management systems* Solid understanding of Swiss HSE regulations and compliance requirements* Proven experience conducting audits, risk assessments, and incident investigations* Ability to influence stakeholders and drive behavioural change across all levels of the organisation* Strong communication, training, and leadership skills* Hands-on, pragmatic, and solution-oriented mindset* Fluent and professional English language skills Offer High-impact role with significant visibility* Opportunity to shape HSE strategy and culture* Dynamic international environment* Flexible workload between 80% and 100%![ International (Schweiz) AG]()* International (Schweiz) AG Sihlstrasse 37 8001 Zürich*jidd3b7c4cjm jit1042jm jiy26jm