Site EHS Lead (m/f/d) - Marburg
Business Introduction
We manufacture and supply reliable, high-quality medicines and vaccines to meet patients’ needs and drive our performance.
Our network of 37 medicines and vaccines manufacturing sites delivered 1.7 billion packs of medicines and 409 million vaccine doses in 2024 to help make a positive impact on the health of millions of people. Our supply chain is not just core to our operations; it’s vital to bringing our innovations to patients as quickly, efficiently and effectively as possible. Technology is transforming how we manufacture medicines and vaccines, enabling us to increase the speed, quality and scale of product supply.
We need the very best minds and capability to help us on our journey to make more complex products, harnessing the power of smart manufacturing technologies including robotics, digital solutions and artificial intelligence to deliver for patients.
Position Summary
You will lead environment, health, and safety (EHS) activities at the site, working closely with teams and site leadership to create a safe and compliant workplace. We are looking for a practical and motivated leader who values clear communication and continuous improvement. This role offers growth, visible impact, and a chance to contribute to GSK’s mission of uniting science, technology, and talent to get ahead of disease together. Join us to develop your skills, influence positive change, and help build a safer, healthier environment for all.
Responsibilities
- Lead and develop the site EHS team to drive strong safety, environmental, and risk management programs.
- Own and continuously improve the site’s EHS management system, ensuring clear objectives and performance metrics.
- Advise site leadership peers with transparent, practical EHS guidance and act with the EHS Team as the primary contact for regulators and external inspections.
- Ensure Incidents and near-misses are thoroughly investigated and strong corrective and preventive actions are developed.
- Ensure environmental compliance, including permits (e.g. BImSchG) and wastewater treatment and others.
- Design and deliver training, audits, and assurance activities to maintain standards and strengthen EHS culture.
Why You?
Basic Qualification
- Degree in science, engineering, environmental health, occupational safety, or related field, or equivalent experience.
- Solid experience in EHS roles within regulated manufacturing or process environments.
- Proven leadership or supervisory experience in EHS management.
- Good knowledge of German health, safety, and environmental legislation relevant to manufacturing sites.
- Experience in incident investigation, risk assessment, and emergency response planning.
- Comfortable engaging and influencing senior stakeholders and working within site leadership teams.
Preferred Qualification
- Additional professional EHS qualification (e.g.,Fachkraft für Arbeitssicherheit, NEBOSH Certificate or Diploma or equivalent).
- Experience in pharmaceutical, chemical, or other highly regulated manufacturing settings.
- Experience managing environmental permits and wastewater treatment compliance.
- Membership in a recognized professional EHS organization.
- Experience leading EHS audits and assurance programs.
- Proven track record in coaching and developing teams and embedding behaviour-based safety initiatives.
Working pattern and location
This is an on-site role based in Germany. We welcome discussions about flexible working arrangements, where operational needs allow. Please share any preferences when you apply.
Closing Date for Applications
4th November 2026
Skills
- Data-Driven Decision Making
- Data Integrity
- Digital Fluency
- GxP Regulations
- Incident Investigations
- Influencing Without Authority
- Lean Management
- Problem Solving
- Regulatory Compliance
- Risk Assessments
- Risk Awareness
- Stakeholder Management
Germany Salary Range / Gehaltsbandbreiten Deutschland: EUR 103,500 to EUR 172,500The annual gross base salary range for new hires in this position is listed above for
📌 Site EHS Lead(m/f/d) (Marburg)
🏢 Gsk
📍 Marburg