EHS Consultant - Operational Environment & Safety Compliance
WeQuel
We are currently looking for an experienced EHS Consultant for a long-term consulting assignment with an international company operating in a highly regulated and operational environment in Sweden.
This is a hands-on role for someone who enjoys working close to operations, driving continuous improvements within Environment, Health & Safety, and supporting both employees and management in creating a safe and compliant workplace.
You will be part of an established organization with an international footprint, where collaboration, structure, and proactive safety work are highly valued.
About the assignment
In this role, you will support and drive EHS activities across the organization and operational sites. The assignment includes both strategic and operational responsibilities, with a strong focus on compliance, risk management, internal audits, investigations, and continuous improvement initiatives.
You will work closely with different stakeholders across the business and act as an important advisor within health, safety, and environmental matters.
Responsibilities
Monitor and investigate workplace and organizational risks related to people, operations, and property
Develop, maintain, and improve EHS policies, procedures, and internal processes
Ensure compliance with Swedish work environment and EHS legislation
Conduct risk assessments, hazard evaluations, and incident investigations
Support and facilitate internal audits across multiple sites
Participate in external audits and inspections
Support emergency response and workplace safety initiatives
Deliver EHS-related training sessions and workshops
Create and maintain training materials related to safety regulations and standards
Provide coaching, mentoring, and advisory support to employees and stakeholders
Drive continuous improvement initiatives within EHS processes and compliance
Required qualifications
Proven hands-on experience working within EHS in an operational environment
Strong knowledge of Swedish EHS and work environment legislation
Experience conducting risk assessments and incident investigations
Experience developing and maintaining EHS processes and internal audits
Excellent communication skills in both Swedish and English
Ability to work independently while collaborating across functions and teams
Meritorious experience
Experience from multinational or global organizations
Knowledge of international EHS standards
Experience working with external audits and regulatory authorities
Experience delivering EHS training and workshops
Coaching and advisory experience within operational organizations
Education
We believe you have post-secondary education within areas such as:
Occupational Health & Safety
Environmental Science or Environmental Engineering
Engineering, Chemistry, Biology, or similar technical discipline
Relevant EHS certifications or qualifications aligned with Swedish legal requirements are highly valued.