Safety Officer Utilities Operations

m/f/d, Wallis

For our pharmaceutical client in Valais, we are looking for a Safety Officer (m/f/d), who is responsible for managing the work permit process, assessing risks, and preparing work permits in line with safety regulations. They conduct random inspections of work areas to ensure compliance and approve workspaces after tasks are completed.

start date: 17.02.2025
end date: 16.08.2025 (with the option of extension)
workload: 100%
workmodel: Contracting
location: Visp

The role involves identifying hazards, implementing risk control measures, and ensuring a safe working environment. The Safety Officer (m/f/d) collaborates with teams to foster a proactive safety culture and provides safety guidance and training as needed.

Your Responsibilities:

Work Permit Process Management:
Lead the work permit process, ensuring that all tasks are authorized and compliant with safety protocols before initiation
Risk Assessment:
Perform thorough risk evaluations in line with the companies safety standards, identifying and mitigating potential hazards
Preparation of Work Permits:
Issue work permits after assessing risks, ensuring they meet the companies stringent safety requirements
Spot Checks and Inspections:
Conduct regular, unannounced inspections of work areas to ensure safety measures are consistently followed, aligned with the companies commitment to continuous safety improvements
Workspace Approvals:
After the completion of tasks, ensure workspaces meet safety standards before reapproval for use
Compliance and Safety Monitoring:
Uphold compliance with both internal safety guidelines and external regulatory requirements, always striving for excellence
Collaboration and Reporting:
Work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure that safety risks are managed proactively. Report on safety performance and suggest improvements as part of the companies continuous safety improvement culture
Training and Development:
Provide guidance and training to staff on best safety practices, reinforcing the companies safety-first mindset

Your Requirements:

Industrial apprenticenship with 3-10 years of experience alternatively bachelor of process engineering or machine engineering with 1+ years experience
Experience in similar roles in GMP environment
Advanced english language skills
min. B1 german language skills
MS office knowledge
Team player with ability to work efficiently in matrix organization
Excellent business mindset, analytical thinking and problem-solving skills

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