Responsibilities
As we’ve tried to express, as a Safety Officer in our environment, it’s challenging to secure safety given the speed of innovation, the constant changes in processes, the continuous introduction of new materials, equipment and so forth. While it’s up to you to act as an internal entrepreneur so to say, we’d like to give you some high-over responsibilities acting as your compass in this role of Safety Officer.

Safety Compliance and Auditing

• Act as the Prevention Employee
• Ensure compliance with local, national, and, when applicable, international safety regulations
• Conduct regular safety audits, inspections, and hazard assessments across R&D teams
• Maintain and update safety documentation, ensuring compliance with both internal and external standards

Development and Maintenance of Safety Management System (toolbox and procedure)

• Use digital tools and systems to monitor safety metrics in real time, ensuring timely reporting and analysis of incidents, near misses, and unsafe conditions
• Prepare detailed safety reports and performance evaluations, highlighting areas for improvement
• Perform and register risk assessment, RCA and alike
• Report on safety incidents and follow up actions until completion
• Register hazardous chemicals
• Register training matrix

Risk Identification and Mitigation

• Perform risk assessments on new and existing processes, equipment, prototypes and materials used in the R&D-environment
• Work with the R&D-teams to proactively identify and mitigate risks as new prototypes, equipment, and processes are introduced
• Develop and implement safety mitigation plans for high-risk activities

Safety Training and Awareness

• Design and deliver regular safety training programs tailored to specific needs, including the handling of hazardous materials, equipment operation, and emergency procedures
• Foster a safety-first culture by conducting safety briefings and toolbox talks to keep safety top-of-mind among the teams
• Provide guidance on the proper use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and enforce adherence to safety standards

Emergency Preparedness and Response

• Develop and maintain emergency response plans, including procedures for chemical spills, equipment failures, fire, and other emergencies
• Conduct regular safety drills (e.g., fire, evacuation, and spill response) and ensure the whole team is familiar with their role during emergencies
• Act as the primary point of contact during safety incidents, leading investigations, and ensuring corrective actions are implemented

Safety Leadership and Collaboration

• Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and scientists to integrate safety into project timelines without compromising development speed
• Provide safety leadership during design reviews and project planning to ensure safety considerations are embedded proactively
• Liaise with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment of safety goals with business and development objectives

Continuous Improvement

• Promote continuous improvement of safety protocols by evaluating and implementing new tools, technologies, and best practices
• Identify opportunities for streamlining safety procedures to ensure they are compatible with the fast-paced nature of development without sacrificing quality or compliance
• Stay up-to-date with the latest industry trends and regulatory changes in safety and occupational health

Why join us?
We are a purpose-driven team of international engineers, researchers, and business professionals. We do not get easily discouraged and we join forces to ensure our dream comes true. At the heart of it all, people are inspired by our purpose: reversing climate change!