Vacant job

Metsä Group is a successful corporation in the forest industry with roots in the Finnish forests – our parent company is a cooperative of over 90,000 forest owners. Metsä Group's business area for tissue and food and baking paper, Metsä Tissue, manufactures hygiene products for household and professional use, as well as food and baking paper. Our high-quality locally produced brands – Lambi, Serla, Mola, Tento, Katrin, and SAGA – create a cleaner everyday life.

After an intense and successful implementation period, the Future Factory in Mariestad is now entering a new and exciting phase. With the facility in place and operational, we are now focusing on further developing, optimizing, and securing the business in the long term. To succeed in this, we are now looking for an engaged and driven Health & Safety Engineer who wants to help shape the next chapter in our journey. We have a strong focus on sustainability and always prioritize safety and continuous improvements. Do you want to challenge us further with new ideas to become even better? We look forward to your application!

WHAT WILL YOUR ROLE BE AT METSÄ?

Primarily, in the role of Health & Safety Engineer, you will drive and coordinate health and safety issues within the existing operational organization and work together with the HSEQ department. You will have the opportunity to influence the factory's development, and we encourage you to bring new ideas. We work with continuous improvements, and in your role, you will both participate in and lead improvement projects and development work.

The position covers a broad area where you will ensure that work within your area of responsibility is conducted in accordance with applicable laws, regulations, and standards. You will plan and conduct risk analyses and training, as well as evaluate and compile data and incident reports. Your responsibilities will also include establishing and implementing company-wide policies regarding health and safety, as well as planning and conducting audits. You need to be active and act on-site to ensure that we have clear requirements and that these are followed, and that the right measures are taken to guarantee workplace safety. You will also be involved in planning and implementing training plans, communicating safety regulations internally and externally, and supporting local operations in creating standard procedures.

The position is a permanent employment with placement in Mariestad, and you will report to the HSEQ Manager.

WHAT ARE WE LOOKING FOR?

We are looking for someone with a strong interest in health and safety who is driven to develop effective working methods in the area. Additional qualifications:

• Post-secondary education in a relevant field for the position.

• We prefer that you have experience working in a similar role within the industry.

• Good knowledge of the laws and standards applicable in the health and safety field.

• Good proficiency in Swedish and English, both spoken and written.

• Comfortable with authority contacts and previously experienced in conducting authority dialogues.

• Experience in machinery safety is an advantage.

You have excellent communication skills and work proactively to ensure the right actions are taken at the right time. You are used to taking responsibility and contributing both independently and as part of a team. You thrive best in an operational role, where your problem-solving skills can be fully utilized. You are structured, meticulous, and both results- and development-oriented. Additionally, you have a strong commitment to your work and a natural ability to build long-term and trusting relationships.

WHAT DOES METSÄ OFFER?

Our business is driven not only by customers but also by our values regarding sustainability and our renewable raw materials. We focus on growth and invest in new business opportunities. With us, you will have close collaboration with inspiring and competent colleagues who work together to create better results. You will be part of a large company with well-known brands, and we offer a unique production environment and a stimulating job with great opportunities to develop in your field.

READ MORE ABOUT THE FUTURE FACTORY IN MARIESTAD HERE:

Future Factory in Mariestad

WANT TO KNOW MORE?

In this recruitment, Metsä collaborates with Nexer Recruit. For more information about the position, please contact the recruitment manager Amanda Eksell at +46707434173 or via email at: [email protected]

We look forward to your application and encourage you to apply early as selection is ongoing. The application deadline is January 28. We warmly welcome your application!