About this role
Job title: HSE Manager BSF Site Development (a), 100 - Sisslerfeld.
About the Role Bachem is seeking an experienced HSE Manager to ensure a safe, compliant, and sustainable working environment across the BSF Site Development (a) at Sisslerfeld and across site operations. You will lead the implementation, monitoring, and continuous improvement of all HSE concepts and standards, and act as the main responsible person for HSE internally and externally.
What You'll Do
- Lead the implementation, monitoring, and continuous improvement of all HSE concepts and standards across the site
- Act as the main HSE contact and coordinate with fire brigade, emergency services, and external authorities on emergency management
- Develop and execute hazard and risk assessments (e.g., HAZID, HAZOP)
- Establish occupational health, safety, and industrial hygiene programs; coordinate and document hygiene measurements
- Define HSE requirements for site projects and ensure alignment with Quality/GMP, Global HSE, and local HSE teams
- Create, review, and approve HSE procedures and documentation (SOPs, VORs, policies)
- Deliver HSE training and promote behavior-based safety on site
- Support sustainability initiatives and monitor regulatory developments
- Build and develop a strong HSE organization and act as a role model in change management
What We're Looking For
- Degree in Chemistry, Engineering, Pharmacy, or a related field
- Several years of solid HSE experience
- Deep understanding of chemical production processes and safety controls
- Strong digital and IT competence
- Experience applying modern HSE methodologies and staying up-to-date with evolving regulations
- Experience in ensuring alignment with Quality/GMP, Global HSE and internal site HSE teams
- Ability to train, coach and educate employees on HSE regulations and safety culture
- Strong project-management skills to support large-scale site or construction projects
- Leadership mindset, able to lead according to corporate leadership principles and foster entrepreneurial thinking
- Strong communication & stakeholder management
- Experience in Swiss/EU regulatory frameworks (optional but valuable)
- Fluent in German and English
Nice to Have
- Optional: familiarity with Swiss/EU regulatory frameworks
Compensation & Benefits
- Dynamic and rapidly growing work environment with internal development opportunities
- Flexible working hours with home office days and option for additional vacation days via workload reduction
- Employee development through numerous internal and external training opportunities
- 60% pension fund contributions by Bachem AG with option for extra-mandatory pension provision via Pension Plan Plus
- Access to Swibeco benefits platform with discounts
- Fresh, healthy food in staff restaurant; wide range of free sports activities on the Bachem Campus
- Good transportation access, parking, and a safety-first culture
- Employee events and participation