Head of Site EHS (m/f/d)

Madaus GmbH

At VIATRIS, we see healthcare not as it is but as it should be. We act courageously and are uniquely positioned to be a source of stability in a world of evolving healthcare needs.

Viatris empowers people worldwide to live healthier at every stage of life.

We do so via :

Access Providing high quality trusted medicines regardless of geography or circumstance;

Leadership Advancing sustainable operations and innovative solutions to improve patient health; and

Partnership Leveraging our collective expertise to connect people to products and services.

Our global portfolio includes best-in-class, iconic brand-name products as well as global key brands; generics, including branded and complex generics;

and other offerings across a wide range of therapeutic areas. We are committed to helping create healthier communities worldwide through education, outreach and better access to treatment.

For those driven to live their lives with purpose, Viatris helps employees realise their full potential by creating a collaborative culture that fosters courage and resilience.

Viatris is more than just a place to work. This is a place to make a difference in the world.

The Role & What You Will Be Doing

Every day, we rise to the challenge to make a difference and here’s how the Head of Site EHS (m / f / d) role will make an impact :

Lead Viatris Troisdorf in developing an effective and proactive EHS culture and embed it across the site promoting both physical and psychological safety for all colleagues and contractors.

Lead the Planning, development and implementation of robust EHS programs in order to assure continuous compliance with local legislation, Viatris standards and Industry best practice.

Oversee the development and execution of comprehensive strategies and prioritized tactical plans which address key EHS risks for the business.

Influence and engage at all levels to drive the EHS agenda forward, improving cultural maturity and promoting EHS Leadership.

Manage, coach and lead the EHS Team, develop and maintain technical and behavioural competencies to ensure the delivery of optimised advice and service to the business.

As an EHS subject matter expert, provide sound technical advice for the organization with regard to all EHS matters whilst consulting with Regional EHS as appropriate.

Managing and conducting internal audits and EHS walkabouts ensuring the identification of practical and workable solutions to any deficiencies raised.

Manage the EHS Curriculum for the site and provide employees with the necessary information, instruction and training in order to conduct their roles in a safe and environmentally responsible manner.

Ensure a robust investigation process for EHS incidents is in place ensuring the root causes are identified along with sustainable corrective actions which prevent reoccurrence.

Deliver value for the business through planning and monitoring of EHS budgets for both operational and capital expenditure.

Ensure the accurate and timely collection, reporting and diagnosis of EHS data to identify trends and areas for focused improvement.

Manage all EHS activities with a hands-on approach.

Ensure EHS input to major projects and all related regulatory and compliance issues.

Ensure input in energy management systems.

About Your Skills & Experience

For this role, we’re looking for a candidate who has an effective combination of the following qualifications, skills and experiences :

The ideal candidate will hold a master’s degree (or equivalent) in Engineering or related discipline, has a certificate as SIFA ( Sicherheitsfachkraft ) and minimum 2 years of working experience in EHS.

A proven track record operating as an EHS lead in a pharmaceutical / chemical cGMP manufacturing environment.

Demonstrated ability to line manage a team.

Familiarity with regulatory compliance procedures, publications, and an ability to interpret relevant legislation.

Strong logical and clear-thinking individual.

The maturity and professionalism to deal with colleagues in a factual and cordial manner and capable of writing concise and clear report commentary.

Team player who fosters good will and respect in the immediate and greater team environment.

Ability to work collaboratively in a matrix environment.

Excellent written and spoken communication skills.

Native German speaker and fluent in English (written and oral).

At Viatris, we are dedicated to building a truly diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t fully align with every requirement, we still encourage you to apply.

You may just be the right candidate for this or other roles.

Why Viatris?

At Viatris, we offer competitive salaries, benefits and an inclusive environment where you can use your experiences, perspectives and skills to help make an impact on the lives of others.

You will also have the opportunity to access excellent career progression opportunities and work-life balance initiatives.

Diversity & Inclusion at Viatris

At Viatris, diversity and inclusion are essential to our mission. The diversity we foster in all aspects of our business can be one of our greatest strengths in redefining healthcare not as it is, but as it should be.

If you would like to know more about what diversity, equity and inclusion means to us, please visit

Sustainability at Viatris

Corporate social responsibility is fundamental to the Viatris mission. We work to advance responsible and sustainable operations and leverage our collective expertise to empower people to live healthier at every stage of life, recognizing that our actions affect the stakeholders and communities we serve.

To learn more about our efforts, please visit

At Viatris, we offercompetitivesalaries, benefitsandan inclusive environment where you can use your experiences, perspectives and skills to help make an impact on the lives of others.

Viatris is an Equal Opportunity Employer.