SGS is the world’s leading inspection, verification, testing and certification company. SGS is recognized as the global benchmark for quality and integrity. 

The Global Safety Operational Solutions Coordinator will assist the Safety Operations Team and Global Head of Safety in providing expert advice and supporting safety operational solutions for all SGS affiliates worldwide.

This role encompasses a wide range of transversal responsibilities aimed at promoting a culture of safety and developing best practices in Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) management.

Key Responsibilities:

HSE Operational Advice and Support

• Collaborative Compliance: Collaborate with Regional and Country Health & Safety Managers and risk experts to ensure HSE compliance in line with SGS Health & Safety standards, policies, procedures, and guidelines.
• Communications and Learning Development: Help develop communications and learning materials to highlight risks in field and lab operations.
• Assessments and Audits: Participate in and/or lead HSE assessments and audits to ensure ongoing compliance and improvement.
• Performance Monitoring: Develop and use performance indicators and data analysis to monitor safety operations’ performance and establish action plans.

Safety Management System (SMS) Maintenance and Enrichment

• Continuous Improvement: Assist in the ongoing review, enhancement, and documentation of the Safety Management System (SMS) to ensure it aligns with regulatory requirements and industry standards.
• Content Development: Develop and incorporate technical and digestible content into the SMS, including procedures, guidelines, and educational materials, to enhance understanding and compliance across the organization (e.g., visual management, cheat-sheets).

Accelerate the Adoption and Utilization of Safety Digital Tools

• Global Implementation: Drive the implementation and utilization of safety digital tools globally.
• Performance Assessment: Assess the effectiveness and performance of adopted tools to ensure they enhance safety operations.
• Technical Support: Troubleshoot technical issues, perform regular updates, and provide training and support to maximize tool efficiency.

Merger & Acquisition Safety Due Diligence

• Due Diligence Activities: Participate in safety due diligence activities during mergers and acquisitions.

Integration Support: Assist in the integration of acquired entities into the existing safety framework and standards.

• 5 years’ minimum combined HSE experience in a manufacturing and / or consulting environment and / or Corporate position;
• Educated to Masters level in a Science, Engineering, EHS or related discipline plus relevant professional HSE certification;
• Prior experience of working in multinational and remote teams;
• Proven experience of acting as the subject matter expert for laboratory safety (design, operations and maintenance) as well as in chemicals management, engineering controls and PPE programs;

Well-rounded professional with multi-disciplinary Health & Safety experience.