HEALTH, SAFETY, AND ENVIRONMENT SPECIALIST

Join a Market Leader Hovione is an independent family owned international group of companies.
From the beginning, we have set ourselves above and apart through our innovative technological and productive capabilities, reaching a top spot in the world market as an integrated Contract Development and Manufacturing Company dedicated to helping Pharmaceutical Customers bring new and off-patent drugs to market.
Our people are the main asset for our continued success.
Reaching over team members, from 36 different nationalities, that are located across Asia, Europe and North America (Portugal, US, Macao, Ireland, China, Hong Kong, Japan, India, and Switzerland), including 4 production sites.
Working at Hovione means reaching for innovation and excellence in everything we do.
for our clients, our partners and, above all, our patients.
That is why we are In it for life.
You will be responsible to.
Implement HSE policies, procedures and guidelines in the areas of expertise as requested; Develop, implement, and monitor comprehensive fire safety protocols.
Conduct regular fire risk assessments and audits; Lead risk assessments and hazard identification processes, particularly for chemical and fire-related risks; Investigate workplace accidents, incidents, and near-misses, focusing on root cause analysis and corrective actions; Design and deliver HSE training programs, with a focus on fire safety and emergency response; Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance safety culture, reduce incidents, and ensure a safe working environment; Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of all safety inspections, audits, and incident reports; Stakeholder Collaboration.
Work closely with cross-functional teams, including operations, maintenance, and engineering, to integrate HSE best practices into all processes.
We are looking to recruit a Candidate.
University qualification in a HSE discipline, in Industrial Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Safety or similar scientific field; Certification as an Occupational Safety and Health (OSH) Technician at Cap Level VI or above; Strong expertise in fire safety management, including risk assessments, prevention strategies, and emergency response; Experience in HSE roles within the chemical or pharmaceutical industries; In-depth knowledge of HSE regulations, standards, and best practices relevant to the pharmaceutical and chemical industries; Ability to identify and mitigate risks proactively, with a strong focus on analytical and problem-solving abilities; Excellent written and verbal communication skills, in Portuguese and in English, with the ability to train and influence employees at all levels; Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment, with a strong commitment to teamwork and safety.
Hovione is a proud Equal Opportunity Employer Inclusion and diversity are key to us.
At Hovione, that means a work environment where differences are valued, and everyone is treated with fairness and respect.
We want all our team members worldwide to feel supported, respected, and have the opportunity to achieve their full potential, regardless of their age, gender, religion, disability, sexual orientation or ethnicity.