HSE Specialist (Facility Safety)

About the role

Novartis is looking for an HSE Specialist (Facility Safety) based in Cambridge, USA. The role supports the implementation and continuous improvement of site HSE facility and contractor safety programs in line with local, regional and global requirements, helping manage risks to human health and the environment arising from facility maintenance operations. Relocation support is not offered.

Key responsibilities

• Support the development and implementation of facility safety and compliance programs (confined space, LOTO, hot work, fall protection, electrical safety), including commissioning safety with project teams and managing contractor resources.
• Drive safety-critical preventive maintenance and inspection programs and take part in self-inspections with corrective actions implemented.
• Support contractor safety program administration, including pre-qualification, training and HSE assessments for capital projects such as new facilities and decommissioning.
• Take part in hazard assessments across facility and scientific operations.
• Ensure compliance with site facility fire protection systems and code compliance programs.
• Coordinate with FM Global and track recommendation and implementation action plans.
• Use risk assessment insights to recommend and implement control strategies and HSE program improvements.
• Act as key HSE contact: drive incident investigations, maintain compliance documentation and partner with stakeholders on programs.

Required profile

• 1-3 years of relevant HSE program experience, preferably with facilities-based and contractor safety programs.
• Working knowledge of the pharma industry and its HSE issues is a plus.
• Self-starter who takes ownership of work and challenges the status quo.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication and stakeholder relationship skills.
• Willingness to learn and apply HSE regulatory requirements in a dynamic environment.
• Bachelor's degree in a safety, industrial hygiene, environmental science, occupational health, chemistry or related field is desirable; fluency in English is desirable.

Required skills

• HSE management systems and regulatory compliance
• Risk assessment and management
• Incident investigation and reporting
• Occupational hygiene and safety
• Good manufacturing practices (GMP)

What we offer

• Expected salary of $89,600 to $166,400 per year, depending on skills and experience.
• Performance-based cash incentive and possible annual equity awards.
• Health, life and disability benefits, 401(k) with company contribution and match.
• Vacation, personal days, holidays and other leaves.