Safety Officer (M/F/X) Penafiel

Safety Officer (M/F/X)
Penafiel
Penafiel, Porto, Portugal

Ateliers du Portugal, is part of one of the largest international luxury groups. At ATEPELI we are dedicated to the production of exclusive leather goods and footwear components. Currently, we have 3 workshops in the north of Portugal, more specifically, in Ponte de Lima, Penafiel and Santa Maria da Feira. We are committed to providing the best possible environment to nurture our employee’s skills and to flourish their talent.

At ATEPELI, we are committed to nurturing a safe and thriving environment for our employees. We are searching for a dedicated Safety Engineer to spearhead our safety initiatives and create a lasting impact.

As an integral part of our technical department, you will play a pivotal role in championing a culture of safety throughout the organization.

What you'll do:

Drive the development and execution of innovative safety communication and leadership strategies, ensuring all employees are equipped with essential safety knowledge.

Act as the primary resource for all
- related matters, from layout and machinery to equipment, PPE, and periodic inspections.

Conduct thorough risk evaluations and implement proactive measures to uphold regulatory standards and prevent incidents.

Analyze workplace incidents and near misses, construct detailed cause analyses, and formulate effective preventive and corrective actions.

Develop robust emergency response procedures and coordinate evacuation plans and teams.

Assess and manage environmental factors such as noise, vibrations, air quality, lighting, chemical agents, and waste.

Participate actively in HSE audits and inspections to ensure continuous improvement.

Keep meticulous records of HSE performance indicators to inform local and head office management.

Contribute to the global HSE committee, sharing insights and driving initiatives.

Is this position made for you?

You possess a degree in Occupational Health and Safety Engineering or a related field. You have completed the Higher Technician Course in Occupational Hygiene and Safety VI. You are a skilled communicator with exceptional organizational and
- solving abilities. You are proactive, dynamic, and
- focused, with a strong sense of teamwork. Fluency in French is required.

This position will remain open until filled. If our Talent Acquisition team identifies your background as a potential fit, you will be contacted directly regarding the next steps in the application process.

ATEPELI is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. ATEPELI is a company that respects the uniqueness of each employee and offers everyone the means to find their place and prosper. We promote initiatives aimed at supporting professional equality for everyone. We strive to go above and beyond purely symbolic measures by building a culture passionate about meaningful strategies aimed at crafting an inclusive workforce.