Environmental and Employee Health & Safety Specialist 80 – 100% (f/m/d) at Hitachi

Molinazzo di Monteggio, Ticino, Switzerland -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

16 May, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

16 Feb, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Environmental Compliance, Health And Safety, Regulatory Compliance, Permit Management, Environmental Impact Assessments, Waste Management, Chemical Compliance, Safety Data Sheets, Dangerous Goods Handling, Environmental Audits, Risk Assessments, Sustainability, Data Processing, Communication, Problem-Solving, Training

Industry

Utilities

Description

Location: Molinazzo di Monteggio, Ticino, Switzerland Job ID: R0118699 Date Posted: 2026-02-15 Company Name: TRASFOR S.A. Profession (Job Category): Legal, Compliance & Audit Job Schedule: Full time Remote: No Job Description: The opportunity As a Factory Environmental and Employee Health & Safety Specialist part of the local HSE team, you will play a key role in participating to HSE development, with main focus on Environmental topic, but granting a good support on Health & Safety activities. Key tasks on the Environmental side will be related to safeguarding our site’s environmental integrity and driving our sustainability ambitions forward. In this role, you will ensure full compliance with all relevant environmental laws, regulations, and permits, while fostering strong relationships with community stakeholders and environmental authorities. You will develop, implement, and maintain robust environmental policies and procedures that promote accountability across the organization. By conducting environmental risk assessments, delivering training on sustainability practices, and leading initiatives that improve resource efficiency, you will directly contribute to reducing the factory’s environmental footprint and supporting long-term operational excellence. On the H&S part, you’ll be required to support main Health and Safety development activities organized by the HSE Manager, delivering results according to Management expectations. Please submit your application in English. How you’ll make an impact Ensure regulatory compliance with Swiss environmental law and related frameworks (USG/EPA, LRV/OAPC, GSchG/WPA, VVEA, ChemA/ChemO), including permit management and coordination with cantonal authorities (BAFU) Lead environmental impact assessments for new production lines, plant changes, and modifications, ensuring alignment with internal environmental policies Manage waste and disposals, including segregation, traceability, registers, supplier audits, and all special waste streams, while supporting wastereduction and VVEA improvement initiatives Oversee chemical compliance, including ChemA, ChemO, ORRChem, CLP, Manage and maintain Safety SDS requirements, and notifications of new substances Support safe handling and storage of dangerous goods (DG) by coordinating with relevant departments and ensuring ongoing compliance Plan and conduct environmental audits and inspections, identifying improvement areas and ensuring timely corrective actions, also providing environmental compliance support and training to Engineering, Maintenance, and overall Business Unit, including REACH/RoHS documentation and sustainability-related data needs On the Health and Safety part, you’re required to support HSE manager in H&S-related topics managing production activities and equipment with the highest safety standards, both on the practical part and on documentation preparation. Support HSE reporting activities required by governmental or Hitachi Energy internal stakeholders. Your background Min. 3 years of experience in environmental roles within the industrial sector and strong knowledge of Swiss environmental regulations and compliance obligations Solid understanding of best practices in emissions, waste, water, chemicals, and sustainability Strong analytical skills, including environmental data processing and use of relevant software tools Basic knowledge of H&S principles and concepts Excellent command of Office 365 applications Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to assess environmental risks and develop effective mitigation strategies Excellent verbal and written communication skills for engaging with diverse internal and external stakeholders Fluent in Italian and English More about us Our flexible working practices help you optimize personal and business performance while creating an environment where all employees can develop their skills and grow. Qualified individuals with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access the Hitachi Energy career site as a result of your disability. You may request reasonable accommodations by completing a general inquiry form on our website. Please include your contact information and specific details about your required accommodation to support you during the job application process. This is solely for job seekers with disabilities requiring accessibility assistance or an accommodation in the job application process. Messages left for other purposes will not receive a response. Hitachi brings together the world’s greatest minds to help breathe life into new possibilities – and drive innovation for a better future. That’s why we look for individuals who share our pioneering spirit, have imaginative ideas and are fearless when it comes to tackling the world’s biggest challenges. Our people love technology – and they love making a difference. They have a passion for finding new solutions and working with brilliant colleagues. Every day they dedicate themselves to a huge range of exciting projects, contributing to the Hitachi vision around the globe. From engineering new sustainability solutions that conserve water and energy to creating the infrastructure for the smart cities of tomorrow, there’s no challenge too great for our pioneers. And there’s no shortage of opportunities for you to make a difference. Come and experience the dynamic, collaborative and creative environments where your ideas are welcome and new discoveries are waiting. To help you grow to your full potential, we strive to support our employees in their career aspirations and promote the freedom to explore new horizons. E-mail us for data privacy inquiries or technical support.

Responsibilities

The specialist will focus primarily on environmental integrity and sustainability goals, ensuring full compliance with Swiss environmental laws, managing waste, and overseeing chemical compliance. They will also support the HSE Manager with general Health and Safety development activities related to production and equipment.