Head of Occupational Health, Safety & Environment Europe (m/f/d)

Your Contribution

As Head of Occupational Health, Safety & Environment Europe (m/f/d), you will be responsible for the strategic development and implementation of the HSE organization across Europe, ensuring occupational safety, health protection, environmental protection, and sustainable standards at all European locations.

• Lead the Occupational Health, Safety & Environment Europe function
• Define the HSE strategy and HSE roadmap for Europe in alignment with the MAHLE corporate strategy and organizational objectives
• Drive the development, implementation, and compliance of processes, standards, and systems, including audits of European plants
• Define and continuously improve processes, procedures, and European HSE standards
• Conduct risk assessments and develop measures for risk prevention and mitigation
• Ensure the achievement of corporate HSE objectives across Europe
• Ensure certification of all relevant and upcoming standards in line with business requirements, including the tracking of deviations and review of activities performed by external service providers
• Provide ongoing HSE reporting and monitor regular HSE reviews
• Develop, implement, and track performance indicators
• Further develop the sustainability strategy and climate neutrality initiatives, while aligning the organization with future sustainability requirements in close cooperation with MAHLE Corporate Social Responsibility
• Collaborate with authorities and other external institutions
• Coordinate communication activities with MAHLE Corporate Communications
• Prepare reports for committees and employee representative bodies (local works councils, European Works Council, etc.)
• Lead, motivate, and develop the team

Your Experience and Qualifications

• Successfully completed university degree in Engineering, Natural Sciences or Business Administration with a technical focus
• Additional qualifications in Occupational Safety, Environmental Management, and Health Protection
• Strong leadership experience and capabilities, ideally in both national and international environments
• Extensive professional experience in a comparable leadership role within an international manufacturing company
• Excellent knowledge of occupational health and safety, fire protection, and environmental regulations at both national and international levels
• Comprehensive expertise in HSE principles, methodologies, and HSE performance management
• Proven expertise in crisis management and business continuity management
• Knowledge of advocacy and stakeholder engagement related to HSE topics
• Experience in change management and the implementation of sustainable training programs
• Strong ability to interact effectively with stakeholders at all organizational levels
• Exceptional analytical skills and the ability to quickly understand complex issues
• Ability to think and act across functions and organizational boundaries
• Excellent conceptual skills with a structured and innovative approach
• Strong methodological expertise and outstanding communication skills
• Results-oriented mindset and a confident professional presence
• Consistent execution and reliability in delivering commitments
• Strong negotiation skills and organizational capabilities, with expertise in planning, development, and implementation
• High level of initiative, commitment, and proactive behavior
• Proven ability to achieve results through strong leadership and team motivation
• Persuasive, resilient personality with a positive and engaging approach
• Fluent German and English language skills

We offer excellent development opportunities tailored to your individual needs. We support your growth through regular feedback discussions and a wide range of training and development programs. We value and recognize strong performance. That is why we are committed to building a long-term relationship with you: We not only foster your potential in a targeted manner, but also offer performance-based compensation and flexible working time models to support you throughout the different stages of your life. Shape your career with us.

#TeamMAHLE is diverse and we see that as a great advantage! We welcome applications with diverse experiences, backgrounds and identities.