EHS Advisor/Lead (a) Construction Projects

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Join a leading international organisation delivering complex engineering and construction projects in a highly regulated environment. These roles offer the opportunity to drive EHS excellence, support operational safety, and influence project success, either as an Advisor or in a leadership capacity, depending on experience.

hinzugefügt 13/10/2026

  • Shape safety culture on large-scale engineering projects
  • High-impact role with long-term growth potential

Firmenprofil

Our client is a leading international organization delivering large-scale engineering and construction projects in a highly regulated environment. To support continued project growth, we are seeking an experienced Environmental, Health & Safety professional to join the team. The level of appointment (Advisor or Lead) will be determined based on experience and demonstrated leadership capability.

Stellenbeschreibung

As an EHS Advisor / Lead, you will play a key role in promoting a strong safety culture, ensuring regulatory compliance, and supporting the successful delivery of complex construction and commissioning activities.

Depending on experience and demonstrated leadership capability, the successful candidate will either support the implementation of EHS programs across the project (EHS Advisor) or take ownership of a designated project area, providing technical leadership and guidance to other EHS professionals (EHS Lead).

Anforderungsprofil

EHS Advisor

  • Support implementation and continuous improvement of EHS programs and management systems.
  • Conduct routine site inspections and safety audits.
  • Monitor contractor compliance with site safety requirements.
  • Participate in incident investigations and support corrective action follow-up.
  • Deliver safety inductions, toolbox talks, and awareness campaigns.
  • Assist with risk assessments and permit-to-work reviews.
  • Track EHS performance metrics and maintain accurate documentation.
  • Promote a proactive safety culture across all project stakeholders.



EHS Lead

In addition to the above responsibilities:

  • Lead EHS activities for a designated project area or workstream.
  • Serve as the primary EHS partner to construction and project management teams.
  • Drive implementation of EHS strategies, initiatives, and improvement plans.
  • Lead incident investigations, root cause analyses, and lessons learned processes.
  • Coordinate audit programs and ensure closure of corrective actions.
  • Mentor and provide technical guidance to EHS Advisors and contractor safety personnel.
  • Analyze safety trends and recommend targeted improvement actions.
  • Support senior management with reporting, KPI reviews, and compliance performance.

Sonstige Informationen

EHS Advisor should bring:

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent qualification in Environmental, Health & Safety or a related discipline.
  • 3-5 years of EHS experience within construction, engineering, industrial, pharmaceutical, manufacturing, infrastructure, or similar project-based environments.
  • Strong understanding of EHS regulations and industry best practices.
  • Experience conducting inspections, audits, and risk assessments.
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.



EHS Lead should bring:

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent qualification in Environmental, Health & Safety or a related discipline.
  • 5-8+ years of EHS experience within large-scale construction or industrial projects.
  • Proven experience leading EHS activities for significant project scopes.
  • Experience mentoring junior EHS professionals or coordinating contractor EHS teams.
  • Strong knowledge of incident investigation methodologies and safety management systems.
  • Ability to influence stakeholders at all organizational levels.



What We're Looking For

  • Strong safety mindset and commitment to continuous improvement.
  • Ability to work in dynamic, fast-paced project environments.
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
  • Proactive, solutions-oriented approach.
  • Business fluency in English, German is an advantage
Referenznummer angeben
JN-102026-7124899

Zusammenfassung

Berufsfeld
Engineering & Produktion
Näheres Berufsfeld
Umwelt, Sicherheit und Qualität
Branche
Industrial / Manufacturing
Ort
Zürich
Vertragsart
Permanent
Referenznummer
JN-102026-7124899

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