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Industrial Safety Manager

Hybrid in Sant Cugat del Vallès·Added today (last checked 4 Nov)

Ferrer

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Hybrid, Sant Cugat del Vallès
Benefits
Flexible pay plan, meal vouchers

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Requirements

What we're looking for

  • Minimum 10 years of experience in industrial environments, of which at least 5 years in positions related to Industrial Safety, Process Safety, or regulatory compliance of industrial facilities.
  • Relevant participation in industrial investment, expansion, or facility modification projects.
  • Experience in the pharmaceutical, chemical, or chemical-pharmaceutical sectors.
  • Industrial Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Degree in Prevention and Integral Safety, or equivalent technical qualification.

Nice to have

  • University Master's Degree in Occupational Risk Prevention with the three specialties:

o Occupational Safety.

o Industrial Hygiene.

o Ergonomics and Applied Psychosociology.

  • Specific training in Industrial Safety.
  • Training in ATEX.
  • Training in Fire Protection.
  • Training in Process Safety.
  • Certifications or experience in HAZOP, What-If, FMEA, or equivalent methodologies.
  • Experience in Special Work Permit (PTE) systems.
  • Management of industrial contractors and Business Activity Coordination (CAE) in complex industrial environments.

The role

Lead the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of the plant's Industrial Safety standards, ensuring the integrity of people, facilities, and industrial processes.

The selected person will be responsible for driving the Industrial Safety strategy, ensuring regulatory compliance of the industrial facilities, and promoting the integration of safety into projects, operations, and plant modifications.

We are looking for a professional with demonstrable experience in industrial facility safety, regulatory compliance, and the integration of safety into engineering projects, capable of acting as a technical benchmark and influencing a complex industrial organization transversally.

What you'll do

  • Define, implement, and maintain the Industrial Safety standards of the chemical plant.
  • Ensure the preventive maintenance of the relevant industrial safety facilities.
  • Guarantee compliance with the legislation and regulations applicable to the industrial facilities of the chemical plant.
  • Lead the identification, assessment, and management of risks associated with industrial facilities, processes, and equipment.
  • Participate in engineering projects and plant modifications, ensuring the incorporation of safety criteria from the initial design phases.
  • Participate as an Industrial Safety benchmark in process risk studies and safety reviews, providing technical knowledge of facilities, industrial services, and regulatory compliance.
  • Act as a technical benchmark in matters related to:

o Fire Protection (PCI/RSCIEI)

o ATEX and explosive atmospheres.

o Storage of chemical products (APQ).

o Pressure equipment.

o Low and high voltage electrical installations.

o Thermal and industrial installations.

o Integration of Industrial Safety criteria into process risk management.

o Machine Safety.

  • Lead technical audits and regulatory inspections.
  • Participate in the investigation of incidents and accidents with a focus on root cause analysis and the prevention of recurrences.
  • Provide technical support to the chemical plant and collaborate with other production centers when required in matters related to Industrial Safety.
  • Coordinate and drive improvement plans aimed at reducing industrial risk and improving asset safety.
  • Supervise and ensure the correct implementation of Business Activity Coordination (CAE) processes, guaranteeing compliance with applicable internal and legal requirements.
  • Define, coordinate, and supervise the procedures associated with Special Work Permits (PTE), ensuring their correct application in high-risk activities such as hot work, confined spaces, work at heights, energy isolations, and other critical activities.
  • Supervise the Industrial Safety aspects associated with contractor companies, guaranteeing the correct risk assessment, coordination of activities, and operational control of the work performed at the plant.
  • Deliver training to plant personnel on industrial safety aspects.

Why Ferrer?

  • Make a positive impact on society
  • Opportunity to participate in volunteering activities.
  • Corporate culture based on trust and responsibility.
  • Hybrid and collaborative working model.
  • Development opportunities and continuous learning.
  • Meal vouchers in case of a split shift.
  • Flexible compensation
  • People support plan (psychological, legal and financial counseling).

If you are an empathetic, humble, curious and optimistic person, Ferrer is your company!

About Ferrer

Ferrer is a global pharmaceutical company headquartered in Barcelona, Spain, with a strong focus on developing and commercializing treatments in neurology, cardiology, and dermatology, as well as a growing portfolio in hospital and consumer health products. The company operates in over 90 countries and has a significant manufacturing and R&D presence, with a commitment to sustainability and social impact, as reflected in its 'Liveable Planet' initiatives.

Industry
Pharmaceuticals
Founded
1959
Employees
1,000–5,000
Headquarters
Barcelona, Spain
In Spain
Barcelona, Sant Cugat del Valles

Good to know if you are moving

  • Ferrer is headquartered in Barcelona, offering a prime location for professionals seeking to live in a vibrant Mediterranean city.
  • The company has a strong commitment to sustainability and social impact, with dedicated roles in ESG and environmental initiatives.
  • Ferrer operates in over 90 countries, providing international exposure and potential for cross-border career development.
  • The company offers a range of trainee programs, making it an attractive option for early-career professionals in the pharmaceutical industry.
  • Ferrer's diverse portfolio spans pharmaceuticals, consumer health, and chemical manufacturing, offering varied career paths.

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If you think your profile could be a good fit and you are eager to start an exciting new project, we are waiting for you!

At Ferrer we guarantee equal treatment and opportunities in hiring, avoiding prejudice and stereotypes for any reason in the processes of access to the company, considering only objective criteria such as professional skills, academic qualifications and work experience.

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