Director, Environment, Health and Safety

AbbVie's mission is to discover and deliver innovative medicines and solutions that solve serious health issues today and address the medical challenges of tomorrow. We strive to have a remarkable impact on people's lives across several key therapeutic areas – immunology, oncology, neuroscience, and eye care – and products and services in our Allergan Aesthetics portfolio. For more information about AbbVie, please visit us at www.abbvie.com. Follow @abbvie on X, Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, LinkedIn and Tik Tok.

AbbVie, a global biopharmaceutical leader, is seeking a dynamic EHS Director to ensure the safety, security, and protection of our assets, people, and reputation across our Germany affiliates. This pivotal role encompasses oversight for three strategically critical sites in Ludwigshafen, Wiesbaden, and Berlin, with a robust workforce and significant physical assets exceeding $1 billion.

Key Responsibilities:

• Leadership & Coordination: Direct and manage EHS and security teams and contractors to safeguard our facilities and personnel.
• Strategic Security Oversight: Implement and uphold security measures in line with global strategies to foster a culture of safety and compliance.
• Regulatory Compliance: Ensure adherence to global and local EHS policies to prevent incidents impacting personnel and the environment.
• Development & Innovation: Drive organizational advancements, ensuring our systems are state-of-the-art through innovation and strategic planning.
• Crisis Management & Business Continuity: Lead efforts in crisis response and continuity planning to maintain our operational excellence.
• Mentorship & Collaboration: Partner with top leaders and experts to enhance our security and EHS practices while nurturing talent growth.

Qualifications:

• Master's degree in engineering, science, or related field, or equivalent technical experience with 15+ years in engineering/operations.
• 'Fachkraft für Arbeitssicherheit' qualification
• Proven accomplishments in global project management.
• Strong interpersonal abilities with a history of collaborative success.
• Expertise in healthcare, medical devices, or pharmaceutical industries desirable.
• Financial acumen for budgeting and fiscal control.
• Very good knowledge of German and English

AbbVie is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to operating with integrity, driving innovation, transforming lives and serving our community.  Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled. 

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