Environmental Health & Safety Specialist

Environmental Health & Safety Specialist

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Job Description

The EHS Specialist is responsible for coordinating and managing Health, Safety, and Environmental activities across Germany, Austria, and Switzerland, with occasional support to other European regions. The role supports service operations, projects, and office environments while ensuring compliance with legal, corporate, and ISO requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate EHS activities across the DACH region and provide occasional support across Europe.
• Implement, maintain, and audit the EHS management system in line with ISO 14001 and ISO 45001.
• Conduct site, engineer, facility, and project audits to ensure compliance with EHS standards.
• Support project teams with EHS guidance during construction and installation activities.
• Ensure compliance with legal and corporate HSE requirements and support external accreditations.
• Lead accident and near‑miss investigations, reporting, and corrective action follow‑up.
• Identify hazards, conduct risk assessments, and manage risk analysis updates.
• Deliver EHS inductions, refresher training, and support managers in safety training delivery.
• Manage EHS documentation, records, and environmental data (waste, energy, emissions, hazardous substances).
• Support EHS EMEA leadership with regional communication and initiatives.

Preferred Education

• SiFa – Sicherheitsfachkraft (or local equivalent)
• NEBOSH Certificate (or local equivalent)

Experience

• 3 years’ experience in the field
• Construction, Electrical, UPS, Thermal or Generator experience an advantage.

Languages

• English
• German

Our Core Principles

Safety. Integrity. Respect. Teamwork. Diversity & Inclusion.

Our Strategic Priorities

• Customer Focus
• Operational Excellence
• High‑Performance Culture
• Innovation
• Financial Strength

Our Behaviors

• Own It
• Act With Urgency
• Foster a Customer‑First Mindset
• Think Big and Execute
• Lead by Example
• Drive Continuous Improvement
• Learn and Seek Out Development

About Vertiv

At Vertiv, we’re on a mission to empower the people that will power the future. From a simple swipe to life‑changing medicines, from push notifications to generative AI. We design, manufacture, and service the products and solutions that keep the world connected. With $5 billion in sales, a strong customer base and global reach spanning nearly 70 countries, we are uniquely positioned to deliver greater value to our customers and create new opportunities for our people.

Seniority Level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment Type

Full‑time

Job Function

Management and Manufacturing

Industries

Appliances, Electrical, and Electronics Manufacturing