EHS Consultant – Operational Environment & Safety Compliance

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.