Safety Engineer

Do you want to be responsible for work environment topics in a company where safety is the highest priority and the daily interaction of people and steel provides an exciting challenge? We at Outokumpu in Avesta are looking for a highly communicative and risk-aware engineer to lead our whole site into the future of safe and sustainable work. We welcome you to apply today!
With a high-quality mix of advanced technology and a nearly 100-year-old tradition, our factory in Avesta combine performance with precision. We are one of Outokumpu's fully integrated production facilities with over 700 employees delivering everything from tailor-made production to research. We redefine cutting-edge expertise in the safety-conscious production of our durable, stainless steel.

Main responsibilities
In this role, you will have an overarching command of all safety and work-environment topics in Avesta. You will work closely to maintain and develop our standards in accordance with applicable laws and regulations. This is a broad role that requires some knowledge in all relevant fields within the area of work-environment and safety. You will lead accident investigations, risk analysis, trainings of colleagues and contribute to a central part of Outokumpu’s culture and continuous improvement. You will also be the contact person for external and internal stakeholders in the work-environment area and participate in various industry and group collaborations.
Lead, plan, implement, and follow up on work-environment initiatives
Establish, manage and develop reporting and archiving systems for work environment/safety data
Strategize for short- and long-term goals on work environment and safety topics
Lead & participate in investigations of significant breaches of work environment & safety regulations
Lead our work-environment and safety groups
Conduct trainings for Outokumpu employees on relevant topics
Stay up to date on global development in relevant fields and implement changes in organization


About you
You have a propensity for structure, improvement, and collaboration. Communication is one of your greatest skills, as you can simplify complex information for others to understand. You are interested in how people, technology and organization can be brought together in a safe and efficient way.
Bachelor or master’s degree in relevant field such as work-environment, technique, health pedagogics or equivalent
Multiple years’ experience with work-environment & safety topics, preferably in industry setting
Broad knowledge of Swedish work-environment and safety regulations – from understanding to implementation
Strong ability to lead and coach others
Supportive of continuous improvement and readiness to lead change projects
Fluency in Swedish and English (written and verbal).


We offer
To become an integral part of the evolution of stainless steel in Outokumpu’s high-level work climate built on motivation, mutual respect, and pride-of-profession
To join the ranks of a company that wants to see you grow and greatly enjoy the work you do
A lean organizational structure that emphasizes transparency and individual accountability
Opportunities for furthering your development and qualifications
Work that leaves a sustainable footprint for a better world.


Interested?
Submit your application and CV in English before the 30th of April via our website. The position might be filled before the final-application date, so do not hesitate to apply today!
For more information about the role, please contact Pernilla Olsson, Manager EHSE via e-mail at pernilla.olsson@outokumpu.com. For questions about your application, please contact Alexander Kumlin, HR Specialist Recruiter by e-mail at alexander.kumlin@outokumpu.com.
For questions regarding Facket/Unions, please contact Patrik Sundell (Unionen) by phone at +46(0)70-0881011, or Gunnar Lindstrand (Sveriges Ingenjörer) by phone at +46(0)70-0881957.