P>Today, Lonza is a global leader in life sciences operating across five continents. While we work in science, there’s no magic formula to how we do it. Our greatest scientific solution is talented people working together, devising ideas that help businesses to help people. And that’s the kind of work we want to be part of.
We are looking for a visionary Head of EHS – Advanced Synthesis to join our Visp site and drive the strategic integration of Environment, Health & Safety across a dynamic, global business platform. In this key leadership role, you will shape a proactive safety culture, ensure regulatory compliance, and lead a team of EHS and process safety experts.
This is a unique opportunity for an experienced leader with a strong background in chemical or pharmaceutical manufacturing, who thrives in complex environments and wants to make a lasting impact on safety performance worldwide. If you're ready to combine EHS excellence with innovation and global collaboration—this role is for you.
Key Responsibilities
1. Act as the lead EHS contact for the Visp site and provide expert support to our site in Nansha (China).
2. Develop and implement EHS strategies to ensure regulatory compliance and operational excellence.
3. Lead a team of EHS professionals and drive cross-site alignment of safety programs and practices.
4. Represent EHS at senior leadership level and cultivate a strong safety culture throughout the organization.
5. Ensure effective communication and collaboration between site, platform, and corporate EHS functions.
6. Extensive EHS leadership experience in the chemical or pharmaceutical industry.
7. Deep knowledge of process safety, explosion protection, and industrial risk management.
8. Proficient in English; German is a strong asset.