Process Safety Manager (d/f/m)

What you'll do

• Provide technical advisory on plant and process safety topics for production (operating areas in accordance with the German 12th BImSchV), development/application engineering, and site operations within the German legal framework, as well as on project-related matters across the Henkel Group
• Monitor the legally compliant operation of facilities within the Henkel Düsseldorf operating area, including coordination of external inspection bodies (e.g., TÜV) and participation in compliance audits
• Manage technical aspects of the safety management system and support their implementation at the Düsseldorf site on behalf of site management, in close collaboration with the Major Accident Officer
• Lead and/or facilitate risk assessments in accordance with the Industrial Safety Ordinance (BetrSichV), process risk evaluations, and hazard analyses with site and project teams, including deriving measures and ensuring their implementation
• Prepare expert statements for investments and modification projects within notification and approval procedures, and coordinate external experts in accordance with §§29a and 29b BImSchG
• Represent the interests of Henkel AG & Co. KGaA as the operating company in dealings with authorities and in cross-site process and plant safety matters
• Collaborate closely with colleagues from other SHE areas as well as regional and global Process Safety departments within Henkel’s Adhesives and Consumer Brands business units
• Drive the further development and continuous improvement of process safety standards, tools, programs, and workflows through a systematic approach, including conducting training and development sessions at Henkel sites in Germany

What makes you a good fit

• Completed degree (Master’s/Diploma) in process engineering, chemical engineering, safety engineering, or a comparable field
• At least 5 years of relevant professional experience in the process industry, including team leadership with a high degree of independence and initiative
• Expertise in major accident regulations, pressure equipment, explosion protection, hazardous substances, water protection (AwSV), inspection management (SAP), as well as risk and hazard analyses (HAZOP/PAAG) and SIL (functional safety) assessments
• Ideally, an affinity for digitalization and advanced knowledge of O365
• Fluent in German and English (written and spoken)

Some perks of joining Henkel

• Flexible work scheme with flexible hours, hybrid and work from anywhere policies
• Diverse national and international growth opportunities
• Globally wellbeing standards with health and preventive care programs
• Gender-neutral parental leave for a minimum of 8 weeks
• Employee Share Plan with voluntary investment and Henkel matching shares
• Company Pension Plan 100% financed by Henkel
• MEGA Preventive Health Insurance
• CareFlex Supplementary Care Insurance x
• Mobility offer: My Henkel Bike and Jobticket

At Henkel, we come from a broad range of backgrounds, perspectives, and life experiences. We believe the uniqueness of all our employees is the power in us. Become part of the team and bring your uniqueness to us! We welcome all applications across different genders, origins, cultures, religions, sexual orientations, generations and disabilities. If there are any specific accommodations or adjustments you require for the interview process or your on-site appointment, please inform us, and we'll do our best to accommodate your requests.

JOB ID: 26096407

Job Locations: Germany, North Rhine Westphalia, Düsseldorf

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