QEHS Manager (m/w/d)

Wärtsilä is an innovative technology company known for being a forerunner in the Marine and Energy markets. Every day, we – Wärtsilians - put our hearts and minds into turning Wärtsilä's purpose of enabling sustainable societies through innovation in technology and services into reality. Our ultimate aim is to provide increased value to both our customers and society. New, game-changing ideas and continuous improvement have been part of our DNA since 1834. Together, we can create new business opportunities and more sustainable future that we can all be proud of. 

We want to transition the world towards a decarbonised and sustainable future. By pushing the boundaries of engineering and technology, we can make it work. We are always on the lookout for future-oriented talent – want to join the ride?

Are you passionate about driving safety, sustainability, and continuous improvement? Join us as a Quality, Environmental, Health & Safety  (QESH) Manager (m/w/d), where you’ll play a pivotal role in creating a safe, compliant, and high-performing environment within our German legal entity.

In this role, you’ll be at the heart of our QHSE strategy—ensuring compliance, championing best practices, and embedding a culture where safety and continuous improvement thrive.

This position is offered on a permanent basis and is located in Hamburg, Germany.

Your work will focus, but are not limited to, these responsibilities: 

•    Ensure compliance with QEHS regulations and standards
•    Maintain a local legal register and ensure the organization complies with all applicable legal and regulatory requirements.
•    Conduct safety walks and inspection walks as well as all internal audits.
•    Organise and conduct emergency and evacuation drills.
•    Manage first aid cases and ensure the availability of first aiders, fire wardens, and safety wardens.
•    Liaise with the fire fighters department and other emergency services.
•    Investigate accidents and incidents, and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
•    Conduct internal QEHS trainings for employees and managers.
•    Ensure AQAP (Allied Quality Assurance Publications) compliance.
•    Maintain accurate records and documentation related to QEHS activities
•    Manage hazardous substances and ensure proper handling and storage.
•    Manage sustainability reporting and ensure compliance with environmental regulations.
•    Conduct inductions, organise medical examinations, and other necessary training for hosted employees.
•    Update and maintain the QEHS webpage with relevant information and resources.
•    Promote a culture of continuous improvement and safety within the organisation.
•    Implement local corrective actions for the legal entity.
•    Manage and report on near misses and Lost Time Injuries (LTI).

To be successful in this role you will bring:

•    Minimum of 5 years of experience in a QHSE management role Bachelor's degree in a related field (e.g., Environmental Science, Occupational Health and Safety, Quality Management).
•    Strong knowledge QEHS German legal regulations and standards.
•    Relevant certifications (NEBOSH, ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001)
•    Proven capability in root cause analysis and incident investigation.
•    Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills
•    Strong organisational and project management skills.
•    Ability to convey safety guidelines clearly and practically.
•    Experience with QEHS management software and tools (e.g., ODIN, ZED).
•    Familiarity with Secova and other QEHS -related systems.
•    Fluent in English and very good German language skills (min. level C1)

In this role, some travel is required to meet with our customers. Thus, we hope you to be ready to travel approximately 20%, even though most of the meetings are held virtually.

Why you & us? 

We at Wärtsilä believe in empowerment, ownership and taking responsibility of our work. We support each other’s growth, and co-creation is the true basis of our innovation. We have courage to see opportunities and take initiative.

We are authentic and honest, and we strongly believe in a diverse and inclusive work community where everyone can be their true self. We don’t always get it right the first time, and if mistakes are made, we make sure to learn and grow from them. We want everyone to voice their opinions freely. That is why we have built an environment that empowers you and everyone around you, and where you can feel safe and cared for. Are you eager to be part of this ambition?

Contact & next steps:

Does this sound like the job for you? If yes, we hope to hear from you before the application deadline by submitting your application in our Career portal. Our recruiting tool recognises the time zone where the job ad has been published and closes the application period according to the same time zone. We (will be conducting interviews with qualified candidates throughout the process and) aim to keep you informed along the way.

Last application date: 28/05/2026 

At Wärtsilä we value, respect and embrace all our differences, and are committed to diversity, inclusion and equal employment opportunities; everyone can be their true self and succeed based on their job-relevant merits and abilities. 

Please note that according to Wärtsilä policy, voluntary consent for a security check may be required from candidates being considered for this position, depending on the applicable country.

This is Wärtsilä 

Wärtsilä is a global leader in innovative technologies and lifecycle solutions for the marine and energy markets. Our team of 18,300 professionals, in more than 230 locations in 77 countries, shape the decarbonisation transformation of our industries across the globe. Read more on www.wartsila.com. 

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