Senior EHS Specialist

Our purpose is to bring hope to life by enabling life-changing therapies for patients around the globe, creating a healthier and happier tomorrow. Our mission is to work side by side with our customers in order to improve patients’ lives by bringing new biopharmaceuticals to market.

The Senior EHS specialist is a subject matter expert (SME) within Environment, Health & Safety (EHS) in an industrial setting to ensure a safe and healthy work environment for employees. Other SME areas include Chemical safety aspects, along with additional relevant EHS domains depending on expertise. Within these areas, the EHS specialist will provide expert technical guidance and ensure regulatory compliance. The Senior EHS Specialist will be responsible for parts of the EHS program and processes in cooperation with the EHS Department and other relevant stakeholders.

About The Role (ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES)

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and senior management to integrate EHS considerations into operational processes, strategic planning, and project execution.
• Mentor and support the organization and serve as a subject matter expert.
• Close collaboration with and support the Occupational Health and Safety Organization especially within the areas, office and laboratories.
• Investigate and analyze incidents, accidents, and near-misses, identify root causes and implement strategic corrective actions.
• Conduct complex risk assessments and EHS audits, identifying potential hazards and implementing effective corrective actions.
• Chemical APV: Handling & documentation, chemical risk assessments, and safety measures related to chemicals in the workplace.
• Ensure ongoing compliance with relevant Occupational health and safety regulations and standards.
• Develop and deliver advanced EHS training programs for employees at all levels, fostering a culture of safety and environmental responsibility.
• Maintain and oversee accurate records of EHS activities, incidents, compliance measures, and performance metrics.
• Prepare and submit EHS reports to relevant external and internal stakeholders, ensuring transparency and compliance.
• Participate in maintenance and improvement of the EHS management systems (ISO 45001 etc.) including robust EHS procedures and processes.
• Stay up to date with industry trends, best practices, and regulatory requirements.
• Analyze and evaluate EHS performance to identify and implement opportunities for continuous improvement.
• Develop and implement EHS programs in support of site EHS requirements, EHS indicators, and global EHS goals, ensuring continuous improvement.
  
  

Required

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor or master's degree in Chemical Engineering or equivalent related science field
• Minimum of 7 years' experience in Occupational Health and Safety in Denmark.
• Experience from process industry or biopharmaceutical or chemical industries is preferred.
• Comprehensive knowledge of EU, Danish, and local health and safety laws and regulations.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Proficiency in risk assessment methodologies
• Acts as a team player and possesses strong organizational skills, promoting and living the AGC Biologics Core Values.
• Cooperates across the organization.
• Excels in area of expertise and contributes to the ongoing development of area of expertise.
• Excellent presentation & communication skills in Danish & English (verbal, written) and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and manage projects effectively and acts in due time to secure business results, maintaining high standards of quality.
• Computer proficiency in software applications for analysis, reporting, and presentations.
  
  

Our culture at AGC Biologics is defined by the six core values: Knowledge, Trust, Quality, Ingenuity, Accountability and Teamwork. Our core values stem from our team members and are embedded into our DNA. They provide a common language and understanding of how we as an organization are connected across three continents. Our core values serve as a compass and reminder of how we achieve our purpose of bringing hope to life for patients around the globe.

AGC Biologics is a leading global biopharmaceutical Contract Development and Manufacturing Organization (CDMO) with a strong commitment to delivering the highest standard of service as we work side-by-side with our clients and partners, every step of the way. We provide world-class development and manufacture of mammalian and microbial-based therapeutic proteins, plasmid DNA (pDNA), messenger RNA (mRNA), viral vectors, and genetically engineered cells. Our global network spans the U.S., Europe, and Asia, with cGMP-compliant facilities in Seattle, Washington; Boulder and Longmont, Colorado; Copenhagen, Denmark; Heidelberg, Germany; Milan, Italy; and Chiba, Japan. We currently employ more than 2,500 employees worldwide. Our commitment to continuous innovation fosters the technical creativity to solve our clients’ most complex challenges, including specialization in fast-track projects and rare diseases. AGC Biologics is the partner of choice. To learn more, visit www.agcbio.com.  Want to keep posted about our growth and learn more about our company? Follow us on LinkedIn and give us a quick Like on Facebook!

AGC Biologics offers a highly competitive compensation package and a friendly, collaborative culture that values personal initiative and professional achievement. AGC Biologics is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations and ordinances.