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Occupational Health and Safety Technician

Hybrid in Granollers·Full-time·Added 17 days ago

Veolia

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Overview

Job details

  • Permanent contract

    Full-time hours.

  • Hybrid

    Office and home days — the ad has the split.

Requirements

  • Have the right to work in Spain

    Veolia doesn't mention sponsorship in the ad.

  • Work in English

    English is required, per the ad.

  • Catalan

    The ad asks for Catalan, or counts it in your favour.

  • Be near Granollers for hybrid days

    No relocation package mentioned.

  • Have 3+ years of experience

    Mid-level role.

  • Driving licence

    EU licences are valid in Spain; most others only for six months after you become resident.

  • University degree

    “Titulación : 3 ESPECIALIDADES EN PRL (SEGURIDAD EN EL TRABAJO, HIGIENE INDUSTRIAL Y ERGONOMÍA/PSICOSOCIOLOGIA APLICADA) Y PREFERENTEMENTE FORMACION TECNICA/INGENIERIA.” — per the ad.

This job was automatically translated to English.

The role

What you'll do

- Collect the necessary data to analyze the accident rate. 

– Perform risk assessments, proposing preventive actions for approval by the management of the area. 

–Collaborate with Health Surveillance services regarding the health reviews of workers. 

– Collaborate in the preparation of emergency or self-protection plans, drills, etc., within their management area. 

– Propose training plans regarding OHS in their management area, carry out the information and training required for their role, as well as carry out the monitoring of the training plans. 

– Collaborate in the preparation of annual preventive plans and reports, facilitating the monitoring of their execution and informing management of the results.

 – Review and evaluate the legal requirements applicable to their management area

 – Advise and provide support regarding business activity coordination obligations to the businesses – Propose organizational and process improvements. 

– Participate in tendering and purchasing processes to ensure compliance with legal and technical requirements regarding OHS. 

– Develop the activities of the annual plans that are under their responsibility and promote those that are not. 

– Ensure the periodic updating of the Management System by adapting the common documentation of the system. 

– Collaborate and participate in management system audits.. – They may participate in the Occupational Health and Safety Committees within their management area.

– Perform the internal audits assigned to them.

 – Provide maintenance services for the OHS management system.

 – Participate in the projects assigned to them. 

– Propose organizational and process improvements to improve accident rates.

 – Ensure the correct functioning of the Coordinaqua platform. 

– Perform legislative reviews to ensure the updating of documents.

Requirements

Qualification:  3 SPECIALTIES IN OHS (OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY, INDUSTRIAL HYGIENE AND ERGONOMICS/APPLIED PSYCHOSOCIOLOGY) AND PREFERABLY TECHNICAL TRAINING/ENGINEERING.

Experience We value a minimum of 3 years of experience in the position,

Proficiency in Catalan and  English.

A valid driver's license is essential.

Hiring process

3 steps2 interviews
  1. Application

  2. Interview with HR

    With HR team

  3. Interview with your future manager

    With a future manager

    Discuss the position and show your qualifications; in person or by video.

  4. Decision

  5. Onboarding

    Welcomed by your HR contact or manager and introduced to the teams.

About Veolia

Veolia is a global leader in optimized resource management, providing water, waste, and energy management solutions to municipalities and industries across more than 40 countries. With a workforce of over 200,000 employees, the company designs and implements services that help clients reduce their environmental footprint while improving operational efficiency. Veolia's activities span the entire water cycle, from treatment and distribution to wastewater management, as well as energy services and waste recovery.

In Spain, Veolia operates through several subsidiaries, including Aguas de Telde and Teidagua in the Canary Islands, and has a strong presence in regions like Catalonia, the Basque Country, and Madrid. The company is a major employer in the Spanish utilities and facilities management sector, with roles ranging from plant operators and maintenance technicians to engineers and project managers. For international professionals, Veolia offers opportunities to work on large-scale infrastructure projects, with a strong emphasis on safety, sustainability, and technical innovation, making it an attractive employer for those with engineering or operational backgrounds.

Founded
1853
Employees
200,000–250,000
Headquarters
Paris, France
In Spain
Madrid, Barcelona, Zamudio and 5 more
Website
veolia.com

Good to know if you are moving

  • Veolia has a significant presence in Spain, with offices and operations in Madrid, Barcelona, the Basque Country, and the Canary Islands, offering a wide range of roles across the country.
  • The company is a global leader in water, waste, and energy management, providing international professionals with opportunities to work on large-scale infrastructure projects.
  • Veolia offers roles in both Spanish and English, and while Spanish is often required for client-facing positions, technical and engineering roles may be accessible to non-native speakers.
  • The company is committed to sustainability and ecological transformation, making it an attractive employer for professionals passionate about environmental impact.
  • Veolia provides extensive training and development programs, including internships and apprenticeships, which can be a good entry point for international candidates.

In their own words

About the company & team

As a leader in ecological transformation, at Veolia we offer solutions for the efficient management of water, waste, and energy activities, driving the sustainable development of cities, industries, and agriculture.

We work mainly in three major areas: water💧,  offering solutions for both urban and industrial management; waste ♻ transforming it into new resources, and energy 🔋improving efficiency and reducing consumption and emissions in buildings, industry and cities.

Additional information

  • Be part of a leading multinational company in the sector.
  • Permanent contract.
  • Flexibility and remote work.
  • Professional growth within the organization.

What unites the entire workforce  is working with passion, enthusiasm and excellence so that our daily contribution is based on protecting the environment and guaranteeing access to water, together building a green and inclusive present.

¡If you want to be part of this team and join us in this great challenge, do not hesitate to apply for this offer! Are you up for it?

As an inclusive company, Veolia is committed to diversity and values all applications without discrimination.

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