Job Description:

Health, Safety & Environment Manager (x/f/m)

Join us full-time - position open for immediate start

Mars is one of the world’s largest family-owned consumer goods companies, home to iconic brands like Royal Canin®, Pedigree®, Whiskas®, M&M’s®, and Ben’s Original®. With over 150,000 Associates worldwide, we’re driven by a clear purpose: to create a better world for people and pets. Our decisions are guided by The Five Principles – Quality, Responsibility, Mutuality, Efficiency, and Freedom.

At our Royal Canin® site in Bruck an der Leitha (just 30 minutes from Vienna), more than 350 dedicated Associates work every day to produce tailored nutrition that supports the health and wellbeing of dogs and cats - in Austria and around the globe.

Make safety meaningful. Lead with purpose. Create sustainable impact.

At Mars, people, safety and sustainability come first. As our HSE Manager, you will play a pivotal leadership role in shaping a safe, healthy, and sustainable manufacturing environment. You will be a trusted advisor and active member of the Site Leadership Team, taking responsibility for the site’s Health, Safety, Environment, Security, and Asset Conservation performance. This role is more than compliance - it’s about influencing behavior, leading change, and protecting what matters most: our people, our assets, and our planet.

What are we looking for?

We are looking for a visible, inspiring leader who can combine technical HSE expertise with the ability to transform culture and empower teams:

Proven experience in Health, Safety, Environment, or Security leadership in manufacturing or supply environments

Strong knowledge of ISO 14001, ISO 45001, and relevant legislation

Demonstrated ability to drive cultural change, continuous improvement, and behavioral safety initiatives

Excellent communication, coaching, and stakeholder management skills

Leadership qualities including: setting vision & purpose; building trust and integrity; driving results and taking action; resolving conflicts effectively; prioritizing and aligning key objectives

What will be your key responsibilities?

Strategy & Leadership

Develop and execute site strategies for Health, Safety, Environment, Security, and Sustainability, setting ambitious targets and inspiring others to achieve them

Lead, coach, and empower the HSE team, while influencing all site associates to embrace a strong safety and environmental mindset

Drive cultural transformation by integrating HSE priorities into operational and strategic decisions across the Site Leadership Team

Chair site Safety & Environmental Committees and management safety meetings, demonstrating visible, impactful leadership

Compliance & Risk Management

Ensure compliance with corporate standards, ISO 14001 & ISO 45001, and legal requirements, including EU Emissions Trading (EU ETS) and climate regulations

Oversee emergency response, business continuity, and asset conservation policies, fostering accountability across the site

Serve as the main contact for regulatory bodies, ensuring environmental and safety compliance

Incident Management & Continuous Improvement

Lead investigations of incidents, near misses, and security events, driving learning, accountability, and corrective action

Champion behavioral safety programs, risk assessments, and continuous improvement initiatives

Lead the Plant Emergency Team, Security Team, and operational fire brigade, inspiring readiness and excellence

Reporting & Stakeholder Engagement

Monitor, analyze, and communicate HSE metrics, trends, and insights to influence behavior and support decision-making

Advise site leadership and associates on environmental, energy, safety, and security matters, fostering ownership and competence

Represent the site in European and global forums, sharing best practices and promoting a culture of continuous improvement

What can you expect from Mars?

Be part of a purpose-driven company that’s building a better world for people and pets

A purpose-driven role where your work protects people, assets, and the environment

Visibility and influence as a member of the Site Leadership Team

A culture of support, flexibility, and inclusion – where your voice matters

Dive into world-class learning from day one, including access to Mars University

Fuel your day with healthy, freshly cooked meals at our onsite restaurant

Hybrid and flexible working models – plus our dog-friendly office

A gross annual base salary starting at € 86.000,00 (full-time), plus company bonus - higher depending on experience

A benefits package including a company pension plan

Take advantage of global career opportunities within Mars

Enjoy an Associate Assistance Program for mental health & coaching

At Mars, we believe the world we want tomorrow starts with how we lead today. If you’re ready to make a lasting impact - we’d love to hear from you.