Leading Safety & Occupational Safety Lead

Sanofi • Framingham, MA

14d • Onsite

About The Position

The Leading Safety & Occupational Safety Lead ensures safety regulatory and company-standard compliance and develops and implements safety programs tailored to local operations. The role advances a proactive safety culture, assesses and mitigates workplace risks, delivers safety training, investigates safety events, and maintains records of training, inspections, events, and compliance activities.

The position conducts audits, inspections, and regulatory controls; identifies and implements safety improvements; and develops emergency response plans and drills. It works with stakeholders across operations, maintenance, P&C, and other departments to integrate safety into activities, communicates safety information to stakeholders and regulators, evaluates program effectiveness, and stays informed about new technologies and best practices. The role also serves as a subject-matter expert and participates in decision-making on compliance, safety programs, risk assessments, training, investigations, audits, emergency planning, and continuous improvement.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in occupational health and safety, engineering, life sciences, or a related field.
• At least 5 years of experience in safety management, HSE, or a related field.
• Fluency in the local language and English, both written and spoken.

Nice To Haves

• In-depth understanding of safety management standards and regulations, including international standards such as ISO.
• Experience in the pharmaceutical or chemical manufacturing industry.
• Proficiency in conducting risk assessments and developing mitigation strategies.
• Familiarity with local and international safety regulations and company standards.
• Ability to lead safety incident investigations, identify root causes, and implement corrective actions.
• Proficiency in analyzing safety data to identify trends and opportunities for improvement.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for interacting with employees, management, and regulatory bodies.
• Strong organizational skills to manage multiple projects and ensure timely completion.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with local safety regulations and company standards, and incorporate changes into local safety programs.
• Develop and implement safety programs, policies, procedures, and protocols tailored to local operations.
• Drive the Leading Safety program to promote safe conditions and a proactive safety culture.
• Conduct safety risk assessments, identify hazards, and develop risk maps and mitigation plans.
• Implement workplace risk management practices, including contractor management, dangerous work permit management, and machine safety programs.
• Deliver safety training to employees, new hires, temporary personnel, contractors, service vendors, and visitors.
• Promote safety through continuous education and awareness campaigns, including Leading Safety and MSV.
• Lead investigations into safety events, determine root causes, and implement corrective actions.
• Maintain records of events, training sessions, inspections, and compliance activities.
• Conduct safety audits, inspections, and regulatory controls, and implement audit programs to ensure compliance.
• Identify areas for improvement and make changes to enhance safety.
• Develop and implement emergency response plans and conduct emergency drills.
• Coach and collaborate with stakeholders, including operations, maintenance, and P&C, to integrate safety into activities.
• Communicate safety information to stakeholders, management, and regulatory bodies.
• Evaluate safety program effectiveness, approve evaluations, and determine improvement strategies.
• Stay informed about safety technologies and best practices.
• Serve as a leader and subject-matter expert in the safety discipline.

Benefits

• Health and wellbeing benefits, including high-quality healthcare and prevention and wellness programs.
• At least 14 weeks of gender-neutral parental leave.
• Potential eligibility to participate in company employee benefit programs.
• Rewards package that recognizes contributions and impact.
• Opportunities for career growth through promotion or lateral moves, domestically or internationally.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior