Avantor is currently looking for a motivated Maintenance and EHS Specialist (f/m/d) to join our team in Stříbrná Skalice, Czech Republic.

In this role, you will be the main point of contact for maintenance and facility management (70% of tasks) as well the coordinator for local EHS activities (30% of tasks).

This role will be on a full-time, permanent basis with a hybrid working model (3 days on-site, 2 days from home). Next to an attractive salary and performance-based bonus, we offer a FlexiPass, a meal allowance, access to LinkedIn Learning and further opportunities for training and growth. Interested? Let’s talk!

What we’re looking for

Education: Completed secondary education as a mechanic, electrician or facility manager

Experience:

• Relevant experience in facility management, ideally from a production and/or warehouse site is a must
• Basic understanding on electrical devices to detect faults
• Good communication skills
• Ability to work in a team
• Experience dealing with challenging situations
• Good computer skills and ability to learn assigned programs
• Intermediate English proficiency (speaking and writing)
• Knowledge of EHS legislation and relevant EHS certification is an advantage
• Previous experience with risk assessments is an advantage

How you will thrive and create an impact

• Act as the Single Point of Contact concerning technical services and facilities maintenance.
• Conduct routine and preventative maintenance checks on all company devices and equipment to ensure optimal performance. Troubleshoot when necessary or engage external services.
• Communicate and coordinate with third parties to ensure deadlines are met and work is completed on time.
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities and track equipment performance.
• Ensure a clean and safe working environment by taking care of pest control measures.
• Order and maintain inventory of spare parts and supplies needed for maintenance activities.
• Backup the IT Technician in case of printer issues and access set-up.
• Serve as EHS point of contact for internal & external audits and inspections.
• Manage EHS regulatory requirements, processes, and related documents.
• Support and maintain the EHS system in compliance with ISO and corporate standards.
• Support Operations with risk assessments; provide EHS relevant data for reports.
• Report, investigate, and mitigate occupational accidents and near-misses with a third party.
• Coordinate environmental reviews, emergency response programs, first-aid and evacuation.
• Audit waste management activities and contractors to ensure compliance with local and corporate requirements.

Disclaimer:

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees assigned to this position. Avantor is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

Why Avantor?

Dare to go further in your career. Join our global team of 14,000+ associates whose passion for discovery and determination to overcome challenges relentlessly advances life-changing science.

The work we do changes people's lives for the better. It brings new patient treatments and therapies to market, giving a cancer survivor the chance to walk his daughter down the aisle. It enables medical devices that help a little boy hear his mom's voice for the first time. Outcomes such as these create unlimited opportunities for you to contribute your talents, learn new skills and grow your career at Avantor.

We are committed to helping you on this journey through our diverse, equitable and inclusive culture which includes learning experiences to support your career growth and success. At Avantor, dare to go further and see how the impact of your contributions set science in motion to create a better world. Apply today!

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