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Occupational Risk Prevention Technician

On-site in Oviedo·Full-time·Added today (last checked 9 Nov)

Alimerka

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Work mode
On-site, Oviedo
Contract
Permanent, full-time hours
Spanish
Expected (ad in Spanish)
Experience
3+ years
Education
Master's degree

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This job advert was originally written in Spanish.

Requirements

What we're looking for

  • University degree.
  • Master's degree in OHS (safety, hygiene, ergonomics, and psychosociology)
  • At least 3 years of experience in the field of prevention within an in-house and/or external prevention service, performing the tasks described in the position
  • Work experience in the distribution and/or logistics sector, automation environments, and production environments will be valued
  • Experience in training
  • Person with the ability to work in a team, good communication and interpersonal skills at different levels, good organization and planning, analytical capacity, and proactivity
  • Availability to travel to provinces where the company has workplaces located

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

  • Permanent contract linked to a growing project.
  • Opportunity for growth and ongoing training.
  • Discount on purchases
  • Physiotherapy service

The role

ALIMERKA Group, a leader in the food retail sector, is firmly committed to innovation and customer focus. Through our business model, we aim to promote the well-being of our society by offering top-quality products.

We are a large team made up of more than 6,000 professionals, distributed across more than 170 workplaces, who work every day with passion, effort, and commitment to continue growing sustainably.

We are currently looking for an OHS Technician for our Occupational Health and Safety Service.

What you'll do

  • Apply current regulations regarding occupational risk prevention
  • Perform risk assessments of workstations
  • Evaluate risks of processes, workplaces, machines, and equipment
  • Propose measures to control and reduce occupational risks
  • Develop work procedures and instructions for subsequent implementation
  • Participate in accident investigations and monitor accident rates
  • Verify compliance with legal requirements and identify training needs
  • Deliver training
  • Perform periodic visits to the different workplaces

About Alimerka

Alimerka is a Spanish supermarket chain headquartered in Llanera, Asturias, operating primarily in the northwest of Spain, including Asturias, Galicia, Castilla y León, and Cantabria. The company runs a network of supermarkets, a logistics center, and production facilities for meat, bakery, and other fresh products, employing thousands of people across the region. It is a family-owned business that focuses on fresh food, local sourcing, and customer service, with a strong presence in the northern Spanish market.

Alimerka's Spain presence is deeply rooted in Asturias, where it was founded and maintains its main offices and logistics hub. The company offers a wide range of roles, from store staff and warehouse workers to corporate positions in IT, data science, and category management. For international professionals, Alimerka provides opportunities in a stable, regional retail environment, though most roles require Spanish language proficiency and are based in northern Spain. The work culture emphasizes teamwork, local community engagement, and operational excellence in food retail.

Industry
Retail
Founded
1979
Employees
5,000–10,000
Headquarters
Llanera, Spain
In Spain
Llanera, Oviedo, Gijón and 5 more

Good to know if you are moving

  • Alimerka is headquartered in Llanera, Asturias, a region known for its natural beauty and lower cost of living compared to major Spanish cities.
  • The company operates its own logistics center and food production facilities, offering roles in operations, engineering, and data science beyond typical retail positions.
  • Most job openings require Spanish language skills, as customer-facing and operational roles are local in nature.
  • The company has a strong regional focus, with opportunities primarily in Asturias, Galicia, and Castilla y León, which may appeal to those seeking a quieter lifestyle.
  • Alimerka provides training programs for roles in butchery, fishmongery, and bakery, which can be valuable for career development in food retail.
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