Transport is at the core of modern society. Imagine using your expertise to shape sustainable transport and infrastructure solutions for the future. If you seek to make a difference on a global scale, working with next‑gen technologies and the sharpest collaborative teams, then we could be a perfect match.
The Senior Employee Health & Safety Engineer is responsible for developing, implementing, and continuously improving engineering and organizational solutions to mitigate workplace hazards, ensuring a safe, healthy, and compliant working environment.
The role applies to advanced technical knowledge and leadership to ensure alignment with corporate standards and regulatory requirements.
Regional scope : responsible for coordinating and aligning Health & Safety practices across multiple countries in Latin America, ensuring consistency in standards, compliance, and performance.
Key Responsibilities
* Coordinate and provide functional guidance to Health & Safety professionals across multiple countries (Argentina, Peru, Colombia, Chile, and Mexico), ensuring alignment with corporate standards, best practices, and regulatory requirements.
* Influence regional HSE teams, coordinating activities across different business units and geographies without direct reporting lines.
* Drive harmonization of safety processes, tools, and performance metrics across Latin America.
* Act as the regional focal point for HSE, interfacing with global stakeholders and ensuring consistent deployment of corporate initiatives.
* Apply Lean principles through the Volvo Performance System (VPS) to drive continuous improvement in Health & Safety processes, systems, and performance.
* Conduct frequent travel across Latin America (Argentina, Peru, Colombia, Chile, and Mexico) to perform HSE audits, site assessments, and ensure compliance with corporate standards, regulatory requirements, and continuous improvement initiatives.
* Act as a subject matter expert in safety engineering, providing guidance to leadership and cross-functional teams.
You will be part of a team of 10 people who are engaged and passionate about communication and people development. We work in a highly collaborative way, creating business value by fostering a culture of care and high performance, and inspiring colleagues to be their best.
Qualifications & Experience
* Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Production, Environmental, Mechanical or related field).
* Postgraduate studies or certifications in Occupational Health & Safety Engineering.
* Relevant experience in Health & Safety Engineering, preferably in industrial or manufacturing environments and especially in multinational companies.
* Experience with Lean methodologies and continuous improvement frameworks.
* Availability and willingness to travel frequently across Latin America.
* Experience in risk assessment methodologies, incident investigation and audits.
* Fluency in English and Spanish (written and spoken) is mandatory.
* Advanced problem‑solving and analytical skills.
* Strong leadership and coaching capabilities.
* Effective communication and stakeholder management.
* Continuous improvement mindset (Lean / Six Sigma is a plus).
* High level of ownership and accountability.
* Ability to work independently in a complex environment.
What to expect from us
* A people‑oriented culture where care, respect, and wellbeing are part of our everyday work. At Volvo, we value individuals and believe in creating an inclusive and safe environment where everyone can thrive.
* A collaborative and supportive team atmosphere, that promote a healthy work‑life balance and trust‑based relationships.
* Opportunities to learn, develop, and grow through hands‑on experience, exposure to different areas, and interaction with regional and global teams, supporting your long‑term career development.
* Health and Well‑being for You and Your Family:
* Medical and dental insurance plans;
* On‑site medical clinic;
* Pharmacy assistance program;
* Reimbursement for corrective lenses (ophthalmology);
* Sick leave assistance;
* Childcare allowance;
* Extended maternity and paternity leave.
* Meal and food vouchers and on‑site meals (depending on work location).
* Company‑provided shuttle transportation.
* Life insurance.
* Access to a wellness app with partner gyms and fitness studios.
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