Job Description

Senior Specialist Safety (Remote based in Europe)

Remote: living close to one of our manufacturing sites in Oss, Heist op den Berg or Cramlington, relocation is not offered.

Purpose of the role

The Senior Specialist Safety, based in Europe and working from our site in Heist (Belgium), Oss (Netherlands), or Cramlington (UK) will support Organon’s ambitious safety commitments. The candidate will also provide safety compliance and technical support to Company facilities globally regarding different safety topics, like our permit-to-work program, fire safety, safety culture program, but with a primary focus on machine safety, and process safety. We are looking for a passionate and collaborative expert; someone skilled at influencing without authority and who operates in alignment with our core values.

Welcome to the team

The Global Safety & Environment Team is part of our Support Functions. Our Support Functions deliver services and makes recommendations about ways to enhance our workplace and the experience of working at our organization. Our ability to excel depends on the integrity, knowledge, imagination, skill, diversity, and teamwork of an individual like you.  To this end, we strive to create an environment of mutual respect, encouragement, and teamwork. As part of our global team, you’ll have the opportunity to collaborate with talented and dedicated colleagues while developing and expanding your career.

Main responsibilities

• Assist in the development and execution of Organon’s short & long-term Safety ambitions and goals.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of Organon’s safety programs and SHE management system.
• Provide technical safety support to Company facilities globally to prevent injuries and illnesses and ensure compliance with safety standards and regulations.
• Provide subject matter expertise on diverse safety topics, like fire safety, safety culture program, high-risk work (Permit-to-Work program) etcetera, and with a focus on machine safety, and process safety. 
• Monitor, evaluate, and implement where necessary, external safety trends, including developing policies, legislation, international industry codes and advocacy positions.
• Develop innovative tools and training programs for implementation of SHE programs and best practices.
• Collect and analyze safety performance data to track progress against Organon’s goals.
• Develop and manage knowledge and best practices within the organization.

Your profile

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in Safety Science or related technical discipline.
• Minimum 5 years of applied professional safety work at an industrial facility or in a corporate role supporting SHE programs.
• Deep knowledge of Machine Safety (e.g., ISO, EU Machinery Directive/Regulation) and 3-5 years of experience in implementing Machine Safety programs in an industrial environment.
• Experience with leading and implementing (electronic) Permit-to-Work and/or Process Safety programs and projects.
• Outstanding written and oral communication skills. Proven ability to present information clearly and concisely through all levels of an organization.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to influence others. Demonstrated leadership skills with the ability to quickly adjust to changing situations and to synthesize complex information.
• Proficiency in the English language, both written and spoken.

Preferred:

• Knowledgeable of international safety policies, regulations, and codes.
• Experience/knowledge with Fire Safety, Safety Culture programs.
• Experience with implementing EHS Management Systems (e.g., ISO 45001).

Secondary Job Description

Who We Are:

Organon delivers ingenious health solutions that enable people to live their best lives. We are a $6.5 billion global healthcare company focused on making a world of difference for women, their families and the communities they care for. We have an important portfolio and are growing it by investing in the unmet needs of Women’s Health, expanding access to leading biosimilars and touching lives with a diverse and trusted portfolio of health solutions.  Our Vision is clear: A better and healthier every day for every woman.

As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome applications from candidates with a diverse background. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all our applicants. 

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Please Note: Pay ranges are specific to local market and therefore vary from country to country.

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Travel Requirements: Organon employees must be able to satisfy all applicable travel and credentialing requirements, including associated vaccination prerequisites

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