Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) Specialist - Part time - Fixed Term Contract

Allow us to introduce ourselves.

At dss+, we are not just your average global operations consulting firm. We are a Purpose-driven company that exists to save lives and create a sustainable future – for our clients, employees and communities. In pursuit of this Purpose, we put people at the centre of everything we do, and we are a consultancy with heart.

We have an exciting opportunity for an EHS specialist to join us for an initial 3 month contract for 20 hours per week at short notice., You will be required to work on site at 2 different locations in Switzerland.

As an EHS specialist, you will be expected to deliver the following:

• Engage with site leadership, employees, contractors, and key stakeholders to promote environmental, safety, and health (EHS) 

• Implement EHS initiatives and ensure goals are met 

• Ensure compliance with DuPont and regulatory requirements  

• Collaborate with EHS Corporate/Regional resources 

• Responsible for EHS injury, illness and incident classification and reporting 

• Conduct risk assessments and develop recommendations to mitigate hazardous conditions.  

• Develop and implement EHS training programs, ensuring compliance with all required certifications and training  

• Monitor EHS regulations and communicate changes to key stakeholders 

• Participate in investigations related to incidents and provide recommendations for corrective actions 

• Conduct EHS audits and inspections to identify areas for improvement 

• Hands-on, work to improve safety performance 

• Support and consult on High-Risk Activity (HRA) and Life Saving Behaviors (LSB) Management 

• Execute site first party audit program. 

You will be an experienced EHS specialist with the following experience and skills:

• Solid understanding of and/or ability to interpret Corporate, and Regulatory requirements. 

• Demonstrated EHS functional/technical expertise with strong knowledge of safe work practices, auditing, and incident investigation.  

• ability to communicate clear direction and executions on EHS initiatives.  

• Ability to work independently, influence all levels of the organization and collaboratively engage stakeholders. 

• Technical aptitude, critical thinking abilities, excellent communication skills, and adaptability 

• Able to communicate in English, French and German

• Certified Safety professional according to the Swiss regulation is preferred