Head of Safety, Quality & Environment

The Company is seeking a Head of Safety, Quality & Environment to lead site-wide safety, quality, and environmental activities at a complex chemical manufacturing facility. Responsibilities include ensuring compliance with applicable German legislation, strengthening safety and environmental processes, and advising operational teams on consistent implementation of standards. The role also serves as a key contact for regulatory authorities and involves coordinating with internal stakeholders and external resources. The successful candidate will lead a small specialist team and support environmental protection, emissions, major-incident preparedness, and occupational safety. Candidates should have a strong background in the chemical industry or chemical manufacturing and approximately four or more years of relevant HSE or SQU experience. A thorough understanding of German environmental, occupational safety, and chemical-industry regulations is required, along with relevant knowledge or qualifications in environmental protection, emissions, workplace safety, and major-incident management. Strong German language skills and confidence communicating with authorities are essential. The ideal candidate will bring effective leadership and communication skills to influence teams and promote a consistent culture of compliance.