Champion the ideals of health, safety and environmental responsibility
Do you want to contribute to a safer and more sustainable future? As Head of HSE Plant for our site in Karlskrona, Sweden, which manufacture high-voltage cables, you will play a key role in embedding health, safety, and environmental practices into our operations and strategy. You will work in a global organization committed to the green transition and continuous improvement. Are you ready to take responsibility for creating a workplace where zero harm and zero environmental incidents are the goal?
Manage HSE initiatives across plant operations
In this role, you will oversee health, safety and environmental performance across our manufacturing site, ensuring compliance and guiding cultural change. You will collaborate with multiple functions, from engineering and production to quality and supply chain, to integrate HSE into every aspect of our processes.
Your responsibility will be to:
- Reduce Lost Time Injury Frequency Rate and improve near-miss reporting
- Ensure compliance with local safety regulations
- Minimize environmental footprint through waste, emissions and energy initiatives
- Conduct risk assessments and emergency drills
- Stablish safe system of work
- Implement cultural programs
You will report to the VP of QHSE & Sustainability and lead a team of 5 direct reports, with functional responsibility for around 14 colleagues. The position is based in Sweden and includes approximately 10% travel to join HSE Councils and visit sister plant.
Supportive team member with a commitment to HSE principles
We are looking for a person who values collaboration and clear communication, with the ability to work effectively with stakeholders at all levels. You thrive in environments that evolve over time, are open to new developments and approach challenges with a structured mindset and a solution-oriented attitude.
You also have:
- Auditor certification for ISO 14001 and ISO 45001
- Engineering master’s degree or equivalent technical qualification in HSE legislation
- Experience in risk assessments and machinery risk assessments
- Extensive experience in promoting HSE culture practice, within a manufacturing environment
- Effective leadership skills
- Knowledge of RCA tools
- Fluency in English and Swedish
Build a culture of safety and sustainability
NKT is committed to developing a diverse organization and culture where people of diverse backgrounds can grow and are inspired to do their best. We have high ambitions on establishing gender diversity at NKT and encouraging all interested candidates to apply – even if you don’t tick all the boxes described. We believe that a diverse organization enables long-term performance, and that an inclusive and welcoming culture creates a better work environment.
This role offers opportunities for professional growth, collaboration with international teams and the chance to contribute to NKT’s sustainability journey. You will be part of a company that values continuous improvement and innovation in creating a safer and greener future.
“As a leader, my focus is on creating an environment where safety and sustainability are part of everyday decisions. By empowering teams and encouraging accountability, we can build a culture where everyone contributes to a safer and greener future,” says Hiring Manager, Rachel Porto.
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We will review applications continuously, but we recommend you apply no later than 9th of August. For inquiries about the recruitment process, please reach out to Jenni Aronsson, jenni.aronsson@nkt.com.
Please note that response times may be longer than usual during the summer period.
Background checks, alcohol- and drug testing and personality assessments will be included in our recruitment process. Please note that due to the GDPR regulations we cannot accept any applications via e-mail.
Union representatives
Sveriges Ingenjörer - Christian Fisch, +46 455 56 380
Unionen – Joakim Wikström, +46 734 070 243
Ledarna - Roger Jönsson, +46 455 55 911
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About NKT
NKT connects a greener world with high-quality power cable technology and takes centre stage as the world moves towards green energy. NKT designs, manufactures and installs low-, medium- and high-voltage power cable solutions enabling sustainable energy transmission. Since 1891, NKT has innovated the power cable technology building the infrastructure for the first light bulbs to the megawatts created by renewable energy today. NKT is headquartered in Denmark and employs 6,500 people. NKT is listed on Nasdaq Copenhagen and realised a revenue of EUR 3.6 billion in 2025. We connect a greener world. www.nkt.com