Health & Safety Manager

We are looking for a Health & Safety Manager to join our Project, CareTech & Services team at our Vaisala, Birmingham, UK location. We are seeking a passionate and experienced professional to build and inspire a dedicated team, driving innovative safety initiatives and fostering a culture of continuous improvement. Your leadership will be pivotal in ensuring the highest standards of health and safety, protecting our people and our mission.

Vaisala is a global leader in measurement instruments and intelligence helping industries, nations, people, and the planet to thrive. From predicting hurricanes to optimizing renewable energy production, our technology is used where it matters the most – from data centers, windfarms and laboratories to airports, the Arctic and even the surface of Mars. Our team of over 2,300 experts and 59 nationalities around the world is committed to taking every measure for the planet. Driven by our shared purpose, curiosity, and pioneering spirit, we stay ahead and make a difference. At Vaisala, you don't have to fit in to belong. 

Why join us?

• Join our team as a Health & Safety Manager and lead us to new heights of safety excellence!  As a key member of our global leadership team, you will champion the development and execution of cutting-edge safety strategies, empowering a committed team to excel in their roles. Your visionary leadership will be crucial in upholding the utmost health and safety standards, safeguarding our workforce, and advancing our organizational goals.
• Leading performance, not location. Our culture is trust-based. We treasure face-to-face collaboration with our colleagues, but hybrid work and flexibility are the new norm for us.

What's your role?

The Health & Safety Manager is responsible for developing, implementing, and managing field safety programs and culture across multiple locations worldwide to ensure safety standards are consistent globally while also adapting to regional regulations and cultural differences. In this role you will be working in close co-operation with Global Services, Quality, Environment, Health & Safety Management. You will report to Head of Global Services.

What will you bring?

• Strong leadership skills

• Certified Safety Professional (CSP) or similar certification preferred.
• In-depth knowledge of global safety regulations and best practices.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and safety management software.

For additional information please contact, Head of Global Services, Steven Held, Steven.held@vaisala.com  Please note that applications sent via email cannot be processed due to privacy reasons. The recruitment process consists of 2 or 3 meetings, including a discussion with the team members and a case assignment / aptitude assessment.

Ready to take every measure for the planet? Apply at the latest on November 25th, 2024 via the application form.