EHS Specialist (fixed-term contract)

Work Schedule

Environmental Conditions

Job Description

Location: Budapest, Hungary

Our impact

The EHS Specialist is an advisor on EHS aspects to the Leadership team and the Functional Managers at Thermo Fisher, The World Leader in Serving Science. The EHS Specialist will report to the Site EHS Manager, to continue to drive a Safety-First culture at our Budapest based office.

Within Thermo Fisher, our Global Business Services (GBS) Shared Services team is important to redefining how we work, optimizing processes, and driving productivity. With over 1,750 colleagues across five locations, including our Budapest site, we deliver scalable, cost-effective solutions. Since its establishment in 2018, the Budapest site has grown into a hub of more than 1,000 skilled professionals, supporting critical functions such as Finance, Customer Care, and IT.

Position Summary

Main task is to ensure the health, safety, and wellbeing of our employees. This position will report to the EHS manager and have primary responsibility of supporting the Budapest site operations. Responsible for creating, driving, and maintaining a healthy, safe, and secure working environment in accordance with current occupational safety and fire safety legislations and company HSW policies and procedures. This role involves providing administrative support, conducting inspections, organizing training programs, and assisting with incident investigations. The EHS Specialist will work closely with the Site EHS Manager and other collaborators to ensure the effective implementation of EHS programs, health related activities, and engagement activities.  

What will you do?

• Conduct thorough inspections, investigations, and evaluations of site operations to assess environmental conditions, identify health hazards, and investigate hazards, near misses, and incidents to define root causes.
• Provide administrative support to the Site EHS Manager, including maintaining EHS records, supervising legal and policy compliance, preparing regular and ad-hoc reports to Management and authorities.
• Assist in the development and implementation of EHS programs, policies, and procedures.
• Participate in regular inspections of the workplace to identify potential hazards, noncompliance issues, and areas for improvement, follow up the action plans and the essential steps to be taken.
• Assist in the coordination and delivery of EHS training programs for employees, including new hire onboarding and annual trainings.
• Support incident investigations, including gathering information, interviewing witnesses, and preparing incident reports.
• Maintain and update EHS documentation, policies, procedures, and manuals.
• Supervise and track key performance indicators such as incident rates, near misses, and corrective actions.
• Assist in conducting risk assessments and implementing control measures to mitigate workplace hazards.
• Support the implementation of Business Continuity Plans (BCP) and Crisis Management Plans.
• Assist in the development and implementation of Emergency Response Plans and procedures.
• Work together with cross-functional teams to promote a robust safety culture and drive EHS initiatives.
• Facilitate and follow-up on actions from various functions and departments in EHS activities.
• Assist in the coordination of EHS audits and inspections by regulatory agencies, ensuring timely completion of corrective actions.
• Assist the design and implementation of activities, procedures, and campaigns to improve the overall health and wellbeing of employees, such as general physical and mental health campaigns, work/social balance, and social responsibility.
• Work in agreement with the EHS manager, local Talent Acquisition and HR teams to fulfill the goals set out in the equal opportunities plan, to help in the search, selection and integration of colleagues with altered work ability. Participates in the organization of equal opportunity workshops, external events and job fairs.
• Promote EHS values and principles through communication, consultation, and engagement with internal and external partners through meetings, dialogue, training, and support to ensure "Safety Starts With Me" within the organization.
• Support the Site EHS Manager in maintaining positive relationships with employees, internal and external partners.
• Providing training and awareness on environmental health and safety topics.
• Collaborate with site functional teams and leadership to prioritize initiatives and allocate resources to achieve EHS objectives and site operational excellence.

What will you need to get this job?

Education

• Bachelor’s degree, preferably in Occupational Safety and Health, Environmental Science, or related scientific fields such as Biology, Chemistry, or Engineering.

Experience

• Experience in a safety or environmental health and safety (EHS) role or Facility/Property management role is an advantage.
• Self-directed individual with a validated ability to handle/influence across and up into the organization without direct reporting responsibility.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong organizational and administrative skills, with the ability to run multiple tasks.
• Excellent communication and social skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to work together with various customers, including senior leadership, cross-functional teams and local authorities.
• Strong problem-solving abilities, and the ability to make decisions.
• Diligent and able to analyze data and information accurately.
• Attention to detail and a commitment to maintaining a safe working environment.
• Familiarity with auditing and Business Continuity processes is an advantage.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and work in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong commitment to promoting a safe and healthy work environment.
• Fluent English and Hungarian, both written and verbal
• Intermediate level knowledge of Excel, Word and PowerPoint

What We Offer: 

• Competitive Compensation Package: Benefit from a competitive salary, Cafeteria benefits (SZÉP-card allowance), and an annual performance-based bonus. Flexible working arrangements and monthly pension fund contributions after six months of employment are also included. 

• Comprehensive Health & Well-being Support: Enjoy a Medicover health insurance package with health screenings, life, accident, and critical illness insurance, as well as access to discounted dental care services. Stay active with a discounted All You Can Move Sport Pass and relax in our dedicated office areas equipped with massage chairs. 

• Career Growth & Professional Development: Advance your skills through soft and hard skill training, continuous learning opportunities, and complimentary language courses available after three months of employment. 

• Modern & Convenient Work Environment: Work in a modern office featuring standing desks and ergonomic chairs, located approximately 10 minutes from the city center, with complimentary parking provided. 

• Inclusive, Multilingual Culture: Join our multilingual work environment with native colleagues, fostering a vibrant, collaborative atmosphere supported by innovative technology. 

• Engaging Community & Events: Participate in exciting team and company events, including social responsibility initiatives and after-hours activities, as we celebrate diversity and shared achievements.

At Thermo Fisher Scientific, each one of our extraordinary minds has a unique story to tell. Join us and contribute to our singular mission—enabling our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer.
Please also join to our Talent community and get more information about the great opportunities in the future. For more information, please visit www.thermofisher.com Thermo Fisher Scientific is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.