With over a century of experience in battery research and manufacturing, Leclanché is well placed to tackle the challenges of the transition to a carbon-free society. As the only European manufacturer of both power and energy lithium-ion battery cells, Leclanché provides the most effective energy storage solutions for electric vehicles, industrial, marine, grid and microgrid applications.

Our world leading in-house technologies and ownership of the full value chain from electrochemistry to energy management software, make us unique and a partner of choice for customers who require smarter and faster energy storage solutions. 

To support our EHS team, we are looking for our offices in Yverdon-les-Bains, Switzerland for an:

EHS Engineer (60%-100%)

Purpose

Supervise all EHS activities to ensure that all parts of the business receive trusted guidance and support in assessing Health, Safety, and Environment needs, risk and opportunities. 

Role & Responsibilities

• Assist in defining the company's overall occupational health and safety policy to set objectives that are implemented at all levels of the company
• Support the development of occupational health and safety and environmental policies and programs
• Audit all OHS and E processes
• Carry out OHS & E training for employees and managers
• Conduct risk analysis and promote improvement measures
• Review existing policies and procedures and update them in accordance with legislation
• Assist in the implementation of validations and start-up of equipment and installations (Machine standards)
• Inspect premises, work station and activities to identify problems or non-conformities on the field
• Stop any unsafe, unhealthy or non-compliant acts or processes
• Record and investigate incidents and accidents to determine causes and action plan
• Advise on various OHS & E topics employees and managers

Skills & Experience

• Diploma of safety engineer CFST or federal diploma of STPS specialist
• Min 3 years experience as a EHS engineer in an industrial company
• Knowledge of ISO 14001, ISO 45001, ISO management systems
• Knowledge of Swiss legislation (OSHA, environment) and related procedures
• Knowledge of electrical risk and Ergonomics
• Knowledge of security rules and access management a plus
• Knowledge of European regulation (REACH, ROHS, …) a plus
• Certification for transport of dangerous goods a plus

Key Competencies:

• Customer Focus: Acts with the customer in mind. Builds and maintains good relations with customers. Listening to and understanding customer challenges and requirements.
• Result Orientation: Possesses and applies knowledge and skills necessary for task completion. Does things and/or ensures things are done from the perspective of both quality and quantity of work.
• Initiative and Adaptability: Seizes opportunities in a proactive way. Does not give up when faced with a difficult situation. Identifies problems and finds solutions in a creative manner.
• Teamwork: Works cooperatively with others and is part of a team. Helps others and fosters a spirit of cooperation to achieve a common goal.

Languages

French fluent spoken and writing (C2)

English fluent spoken and writing (C1)

German beginner spoken and writing (A2) a plus

We offer an interesting job in an international growing company, dynamic and collaborative working environment, possibility to work on innovative projects and continuous professional growth.

Please note that we have an established hybrid working pattern in place.

Passion for work, initiative and adaptability, impact and influence, innovation and decisiveness are the key attributes we are looking for.

If you are Swiss or EU citizen, or hold a valid work permit, please apply, and send your full application only in English.