Global Safety Expert - Process Safety

About the role

Roche is looking for a Global Safety Expert in Process Safety based in Basel, Switzerland. As the subject matter expert and primary point of contact for process safety, the role provides strategic direction and technical leadership to ensure the effective delivery and continuous improvement of Roche's global process safety program.

Key responsibilities

• Design, implement and continuously improve the global process safety program
• Serve as Global Product Owner for Process Safety, setting priorities and coordinating implementation across Roche
• Provide expert guidance on process safety, technical and facility safety, hazardous substances and energies, and fire and explosion risks
• Own and improve requirements, directives, technical guidelines, training and tools within the Roche SHE Management System
• Establish and lead the Process Safety Community of Practice
• Support risk assessments, incident investigations, technical reviews, audits and assurance activities
• Define performance indicators and reporting requirements, and monitor regulatory developments, emerging risks, industry practices and new technologies
• Represent Roche in industry associations and external expert bodies
• Coach and influence business leaders, site teams, SHE professionals and external partners to deliver process safety outcomes

Required profile

• Master's degree in chemical engineering, process engineering, mechanical engineering or a related technical discipline
• Relevant professional certification in process safety, engineering or occupational safety is an advantage; auditing qualification or experience is also an advantage
• Significant experience in process safety, operational safety, engineering or a related technical SHE discipline, preferably in a multinational organization
• Proven experience developing and implementing process safety programs at major technical sites or corporate level
• Excellent spoken and written English and the ability to work across cultures

Required skills

• Expert knowledge of risk management, incident investigation, fire and explosion prevention, hazardous substances and energies, and relevant regulations
• Ability to turn complex technical risks into clear, practical recommendations
• Strong stakeholder management, influencing, coaching and communication skills in a global matrix environment