Head of Occupational Health, Safety & Environment Europe (m/f/d)

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Head of Occupational Health, Safety & Environment Europe (m/f/d)

Together, we move the world-we've been doing it for over 100 years. At MAHLE, as a leading international development partner and systems supplier to the automotive industry, we pursue the objective of making mobility more efficient, more environmentally friendly, more convenient, and more economical. As part of our dual strategy, we are working both on the intelligent combustion engine for the use of hydrogen and other nonfossil fuels and on technologies for fuel cells and e-mobility.
MAHLE generated sales of €11.3 billion in 2025. Employing just under 65,000 people at 127 production locations and 11 technology centres, the company is represented in 28 countries. (as at: 12/31/2025). Join our MAHLE team! #weshapefuturemobility

Your Contribution

As Head of Occupational Health, Safety & Environment Europe (m/f/d) , you will be responsible for the strategic development and implementation of the HSE organisation across Europe, ensuring occupational safety, health protection, environmental protection, and sustainable standards at all European locations.

• Lead the Occupational Health, Safety & Environment Europe function
• Define the HSE strategy and HSE roadmap for Europe in alignment with the MAHLE corporate strategy and organisational objectives
• Drive the development, implementation, and compliance of processes, standards, and systems, including audits of European plants
• Define and continuously improve processes, procedures, and European HSE standards
• Conduct risk assessments and develop measures for risk prevention and mitigation
• Ensure the achievement of corporate HSE objectives across Europe
• Ensure certification of all relevant and upcoming standards in line with business requirements, including the tracking of deviations and review of activities performed by external service providers
• Provide ongoing HSE reporting and monitor regular HSE reviews
• Develop, implement, and track performance indicators
• Further develop the sustainability strategy and climate neutrality initiatives, while aligning the organization with future sustainability requirements in close cooperation with MAHLE Corporate Social Responsibility
• Collaborate with authorities and other external institutions
• Coordinate communication activities with MAHLE Corporate Communications
• Prepare reports for committees and employee representative bodies (local works councils, European Works Council, etc.)
• Lead, motivate, and develop the team

Your Experience and Qualifications

• Successfully completed university degree in Engineering, Natural Sciences or Business Administration with a technical focus
• Additional qualifications in Occupational Safety, Environmental Management, and Health Protection
• Strong leadership experience and capabilities, ideally in both national and international environments
• Extensive professional experience in a comparable leadership role within an international manufacturing company
• Excellent knowledge of occupational health and safety, fire protection, and environmental regulations at both national and international levels
• Comprehensive expertise in HSE principles, methodologies, and HSE performance management
• Proven expertise in crisis management and business continuity management
• Knowledge of advocacy and stakeholder engagement related to HSE topics
• Experience in change management and the implementation of sustainable training programs
• Strong ability to interact effectively with stakeholders at all organisational levels
• Exceptional analytical skills and the ability to quickly understand complex issues
• Ability to think and act across functions and organisational boundaries
• Excellent conceptual skills with a structured and innovative approach
• Strong methodological expertise and outstanding communication skills
• Results-oriented mindset and a confident professional presence
• Consistent execution and reliability in delivering commitments
• Strong negotiation skills and organisational capabilities, with expertise in planning, development, and implementation
• High level of initiative, commitment, and proactive behaviour
• Proven ability to achieve results through strong leadership and team motivation
• Persuasive, resilient personality with a positive and engaging approach
• Fluent German and English language skills

We offer excellent development opportunities tailored to your individual needs. We support your growth through regular feedback discussions and a wide range of training and development programs. We value and recognise strong performance. That is why we are committed to building a long-term relationship with you: We not only foster your potential in a targeted manner, but also offer performance-based compensation and flexible working time models to support you throughout the different stages of your life. Shape your career with us.

#TeamMAHLE is diverse and we see that as a great advantage! We welcome applications with diverse experiences, backgrounds and identities.

Do you have any questions?

Depending on the job profile and personal situation of the employees, MAHLE offers the possibility of flexible working, for example through home office. This is how we support our employees in balancing their professional and private lives.

Facts about the job

Entry level: Experienced hires

Part- / Full-time: Full Time

Functional area: General Administration

Department: Services

Location: Stuttgart, DE, 70376

Company: MAHLE International (DE)

Your future at MAHLE

As a team player and someone who thinks ahead, you can deploy all your skills with us. In cooperation with colleagues from different countries and areas, you contribute in designing the mobility of the future. When selecting MAHLE, you choose trend-setting technologies and strategies. Are you interested in working with us and developing efficient and environmentally-friendly solutions, optimising existing products, and turning innovative ideas into reality? Then MAHLE is the right address for you.