EHS Coordinator

At Terumo, we advance lifesaving medical technologies to benefit society. Are you eager to make a difference with us? Here, you'll grow your expertise while staying true to your personal aspirations.  

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Department Info

Environment, Health & Safety management is part of the daily operations and contributes to the continuity of Terumo Europe N.V. It is based on its corporate mission, "Contributing to Society through Healthcare."

The EHS team supports Terumo EMEA in preventing accidents, reducing EHS risks, complying to EHS regulations and reducing our environmental impact.

Job Summary

Are you passionate about creating safe and healthy workplaces?

We're looking for a certified EHS Coordinator (Sicherheitsfachkraft) to join our team and lead our efforts in workplace safety and compliance. You'll play a key role in implementing preventive strategies, conducting risk assessments, and ensuring alignment with DGUV Regulation 2 and ASiG standards.

As a EHS Coordinator you will support the employer, management, and employees in planning, developing, and implementing the EHS (Environment, Health & Safety) policy and carry out legally required EHS tasks in accordance with national regulations and company standards.

Job Responsibilities Legal & Regulatory Compliance

• Fulfill legal duties as EHS responsible in accordance with applicable regulations.
• Act as safety specialist in line with AsiG requirements.
• Monitor permit requirements and ensure legal obligations are met.
• Support client EHS audits and follow up on corrective and preventive action plans.

Risk Management & Analysis

• Conduct risk analyses for work activities, installations, and machinery.
• Perform safety-related machine and plant assessments (process and plant safety).
• Analyze health-related data (chemical exposure, noise, ergonomics).
• Identify and reduce potential EHS risks to operations.
• Study workplace accidents and health risks.

EHS System & Standards

• Manage and optimize the EHS management system (ISO 45001 & ISO
• Develop EHS-related SOPs based on the company's management system.
• Implement EHS procedures and ensure alignment with corporate objectives.
• Facilitate internal and external audits and support certification processes.
• Stay current with evolving EHS requirements and update procedures accordingly.

Safety & Environmental Initiatives

• Lead safety and environmental projects in compliance with regulations.
• Implement EHS policies and procedures across the site.
• Supervise commissioning of new equipment for safety compliance.
• Oversee waste management and hazardous substances database.

Training & Awareness

• Promote safe behavior through training, onboarding, and site walkthroughs.
• Deliver health and safety training sessions.
• Actively participate in the Committee for Prevention and Protection at Work (CPBW).

Collaboration & Support

• Serve as contact person for occupational health and safety for employees, management, and authorities.
• Provide technical support for hazardous substance control measures.
• Ensure site security aligns with campus standards.
• Maintain strong collaboration and reporting with the TE EHS team.

Profile Description

• Completed training as a certified Safety Specialist (Sicherheitsfachkraft) or a degree in engineering with specialization in safety (e.g. mechanical, electrical, or safety engineering).
• Minimum 2 years of relevant professional experience in occupational safety or industrial environments.
• Strong knowledge of applicable safety regulations and standards (e.g. DGUV, ISO, STOP principle).
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Fluent in [German/English] – both written and spoken.
• First Aid certification is a plus.

Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package, including a company car. 
• Opportunity to work in a high-performing team within a respectful, inclusive, and diverse organization.
• Access to a wide range of personal and professional development opportunities.
• A hybrid working model that combines office and remote work, in line with our core value of Care.
• For this role, you'll be based in Leverkusen with occassional travelling to the site of Wuppertal.

Contact Person

Jan Swinnen

Talent Acquisition Lead EMEA

Working at Terumo means advancing healthcare with heart. Here, you are empowered to grow your own way, inspired to create to innovate, and supported as we get there together. Join us in shaping a healthier future for our patients, society, and each other. 

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