VWR, part of Avantor®, is a leading global provider of mission-critical products and services to customers in the biopharma, healthcare, education & government, and advanced technologies & applied materials industries.
To strengthen our European EHS organization, we are seeking an experienced EHS Manager Sweden (f/m/d) to support our manufacturing, distribution, and on-site laboratory service operations across the country.
In this role, you will play a key role in shaping a strong safety and sustainability culture across our Swedish operations. You will act as a trusted partner to site leaders, employees, and external stakeholders, helping ensure safe, compliant, and efficient operations.
This is a hybrid role, with frequent on-site visits in and around Gothenburg/Mölndal. You will have the option to work 1-2 days per week from home.
How you will thrive and create an impact
Reporting to the European VWR Services EHS Manager, the post holder will provide tactical and strategic support for the Avantor operations in Sweden.
- Lead and continuously improve EHS standards and practices across manufacturing, distribution, and on-site laboratory services in Sweden
- Ensure compliance with Swedish Work Environment Act (AML) and Environmental Code (Miljöbalken)
- Maintain and update the legal register in line with AFS 2023:1 and AFS 2023:2 (new 2025 structure)
- Drive a people-centered safety culture that encourages participation, ownership, and proactive risk identification
- Identify, assess, and mitigate EHS risks, including Serious Incident and Fatality (SIF) hazards
- Support and lead incident investigations, root cause analysis, and corrective actions
- Act as the main EHS contact for regulatory authorities, customers, and internal/external audits
- Contribute to the delivery of European and global EHS strategies, aligning local initiatives with wider business goals
- Support ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 certification and continuous improvement activities
- Collaborate closely with operational, facilities, security, and commercial teams to manage risks, change initiatives, and projects
- Promote environmentally responsible, sustainable, and socially responsible behaviour across the organisation
What we’re looking for
- Relevant senior professional qualifications in sciences, occupational safety or related fields
- A relevant environmental qualification
- Experience with chemicals safety & management; knowledge of biohazards safety would be an advantage
- Internal auditor experience with ISO 14001 and 45001
- Proven experience in Swedish or Nordic EHS regulatory environments
- Languages: Swedish C1, English C1
- A valid driving license and driving experience
- ATEX 137 knowledge preferred
- Fire Safety knowledge preferred
- Ergonomics specialisation would be an advantage
Disclaimer:
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees assigned to this position. Avantor is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.
Why Avantor?
Dare to go further in your career. Join our global team of 14,000+ associates whose passion for discovery and determination to overcome challenges relentlessly advances life-changing science.
The work we do changes people's lives for the better. It brings new patient treatments and therapies to market, giving a cancer survivor the chance to walk his daughter down the aisle. It enables medical devices that help a little boy hear his mom's voice for the first time. Outcomes such as these create unlimited opportunities for you to contribute your talents, learn new skills and grow your career at Avantor.
We are committed to helping you on this journey through our diverse, equitable and inclusive culture which includes learning experiences to support your career growth and success. At Avantor, dare to go further and see how the impact of your contributions set science in motion to create a better world. Apply today!
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