ERM

EHS / Safety Consultant

ERMMadrid, Spain

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Undisclosed Salary

Permanent

NewPosted yesterday

Mode of work

Full-time

Experience

Senior

Employment type

Permanent

Location

On-site

Expertise & Skills

EHS AuditingExpert
Health & Safety ManagementExpert
Process SafetyExpert
Compliance AssessmentProficient
Risk AssessmentProficient
Client ManagementProficient
Project ManagementProficient
FrenchNice-to-have

Job description

ERM Iberia is looking to hire an / Safety Consultant to support our Safe & Sustainable Operations (SSO) team.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead and deliver and safety audits (internal, third-party, and regulatory compliance) across Iberia and international locations, ensuring high-quality execution aligned with ERM methodologies and client expectations.
  • Plan, coordinate, and execute multi-country audit programs, including scope definition, scheduling, resource allocation, and alignment with local regulations and corporate standards.
  • Provide technical leadership in Health & Safety, with a strong focus on:
    • Risk assessment and hazard identification
    • Process safety and industrial safety
    • Contractor safety management
    • High-risk activities and operational controls
  • Conduct gap assessments and root cause analysis to identify compliance issues and performance improvement opportunities, delivering clear, risk-based and actionable recommendations.
  • Support clients in the implementation and follow-up of corrective action plans, ensuring effective closure of findings and continuous improvement of performance.
  • Act as client-facing lead, managing relationships with multinational clients, facilitating workshops, presenting audit outcomes, and engaging with stakeholders at both site and corporate levels.
  • Ensure consistency and quality of audit deliverables, including:
    • Report review and quality
    • Standardization of outputs across countries
    • Application of internal quality procedures
  • Contribute to proposal preparation and business development, including service scoping, technical input, and identification of growth opportunities within existing accounts.
  • Collaborate with global ERM teams and subject matter experts to support complex international projects and cross-service integration.
  • Mentor and coach junior consultants, providing technical guidance, feedback, and on-the-job training, contributing to capability building within the SSO Iberia team.
  • Promote a strong safety culture and continuous improvement mindset, both internally and with clients, acting as a role model in leadership.

Technical Expertise & Core Competencies

  • Strong expertise in process and industrial safety, including:
    • ATEX
    • Fire safety
    • Machine safety
  • Solid experience in compliance and permitting frameworks.
  • Proven capabilities in project management in complex and international environments.
  • Experience in safety culture assessment and improvement programs.

Additional Skills & Experience

  • Experience in training, coaching, and facilitation, with strong communication skills.
  • Sector experience in manufacturing, pharma, or chemical industries is highly valued.
  • Ability to work in multinational and multicultural environments.
  • Additional languages, particularly French, are considered an asset.

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Frequently asked questions

Where is the EHS / Safety Consultant role based?
This is an on-site role based in Madrid, Spain.
What experience level does the EHS / Safety Consultant role require?
ERM lists this EHS / Safety Consultant role at Senior level.
What skills do you need for the EHS / Safety Consultant role?
Key skills for this role include EHS Auditing, Health & Safety Management, Process Safety, Compliance Assessment, Risk Assessment and Client Management.
How do I apply for the EHS / Safety Consultant role?
Use the Apply button on this page to apply for the EHS / Safety Consultant role on ERM's careers site.

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