Health and Safety Manager

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. 

We are looking for a Health & Safety Manager to join our Project, CareTech & Services team at our Vaisala, Boulder, Colorado 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.

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.

ANTICIPATED SALARY RANGE: $95,000-115,000 annually. (Salary is determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data).  Additionally, we offer our employees a competitive benefits package which is outlined below.”

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

Our Vaisala solutions contribute to societies and people’s lives in over 150 countries – and can even be found in space. With our technological innovations for measuring weather, environmental and industrial conditions, we have a key role in solving the grand social and environmental challenges of our time. We offer you a career with a clear purpose and a chance to create observations for a better world.  We take pride in being pioneers who strive to bring about positive changes in both the society and environment, and our work is not done yet. Take advantage of this opportunity and join our team to make a difference!

What we offer:

Our benefits package includes: health, dental, and vision insurance, flexible spending accounts, company paid life, long and short term disability, 401(K) plan with company match, a variety of voluntary benefits programs, fitness reimbursement, Employee Assistance Programs, and tuition reimbursement. We also offer holiday pay and a generous paid time off plan.

To be considered for this position you must currently be eligible to work in the U.S. Vaisala participates in the E-Verify employment verification system. Candidates are subject to a complete background check prior to an offer being extended.  As a federal contractor, Vaisala reserves the right to enforce government mandated vaccination requirements for its employees.

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Vaisala is proud to be an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Employer. Minorities, women, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, status, marital status, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legal protected status.

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Reasonable Accommodation Notice

Federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. Examples of reasonable accommodation include making a change to the application process or work procedures, providing documents in an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment. As a government contractor, Vaisala complies with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (the Act), which is a law that prohibits federal contractors and subcontractors from discriminating in employment against individuals with disabilities and requires employers take affirmative action to recruit, hire, promote, and retain these individuals.

If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete an application for a recognized disability under applicable law, please contact Human Resources by phone at 303-499-1701 or by email at ushr@vaisala.com. Please note that you can easily submit application by attaching your LinkedIn profile in the recruitment tool (LinkedIn Apply functionality).