HSE Coordinator

Are you inspired by challenging the status quo? Do you thrive in collaborative environments that drive results? If so, Gates could be for you.

Gates is a leading manufacturer of application-specific fluid power and power transmission solutions. We push the boundaries of material science to engineer solutions that continually exceed customer expectations.

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What to expect

As HSE Expert, you will take on a key role in ensuring compliance with German health, safety, and environmental regulations in line with §6 ASiG, while actively contributing to a safe and sustainable work environment at our site in Pfungstadt. You will also be responsible for maintaining and improving the site's HSE management system in accordance with company standards and legal requirements.

This is a parental leave cover and a fixed-term position, limited until the end of 2026.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Acts primarily in an advisory capacity (staff function), with decision-making authority as delegated by higher management.
• Reports directly to the highest authority on site (Director of Factory Operations) and has a dotted line reporting relationship to the Corporate HSE organization (EU HSE Manager).
• Coordinates HSE-related activities with on-site health & safety personnel and the local HSE Committee.
• Plans, coordinates, and conducts internal HSE audits.
• Follows up on audit results and ensures proper documentation and implementation of corrective actions.
• Develops a solid understanding of company processes, organizational structure, and customer requirements.
• Identifies and resolves a variety of routine HSE-related issues by applying standard procedures.
• Operates with a moderate level of supervision and receives guidance as needed.
• Ensures the quality and accuracy of their own work and contributes to the quality of work within the team.
• Communicates clearly and effectively in straightforward situations, providing relevant information to colleagues and stakeholders.

Keys to Success

Requirements and Preferred Skills

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Why Gates?

Founded in 1911 in Denver, Colorado, Gates is publicly traded on the NYSE. While we might operate in a vast amount of time zones we operate as 'One Gates' and have a common goal of pushing the boundaries of materials science. We invest in our people, bringing real-world experience that enables us to solve our customers' diverse challenges of today and anticipate those of tomorrow.

Work Environment

Gates is an Equal Opportunity and is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of race, sex, color, religion, age, disability, pregnancy, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, genetic information, marital status, or any other consideration defined by law.

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