Today, Lonza is a global leader in life sciences operating across five continents. While we work in science, there’s no magic formula to how we do it. Our greatest scientific solution is talented people working together, devising ideas that help businesses to help people. In exchange, we let our people own their careers. Their ideas, big and small, genuinely improve the world. And that’s the kind of work we want to be part of.
At our Visp site, you’ll lead a high-impact function that shapes the future of safety, sustainability, and site protection across one of Lonza’s most complex and dynamic manufacturing environments. This is a strategic leadership role where you’ll influence internal and external stakeholders, drive innovation, and contribute to Lonza’s long-term environmental and operational goals. You’ll be at the forefront of building a resilient, forward-thinking organization that protects people, assets, and the planet.
Key responsibilities:
- Lead the Health, Safety, Environment (EHS), Sustainability and Site Protection function for the Visp site, covering security, fire brigade, medical services, emergency response, and business continuity
- Lead a team of functional managers and professionals including contingent workers and external contractors
- Define and execute the strategic direction and business model for EHS, Sustainability and Site Protection, aligned with Lonza’s global standards and local regulatory requirements
- Build and maintain strong alliances and networks across internal and external stakeholders to ensure successful strategy execution and continuous improvement
- Develop organizational capabilities to meet compliance with Swiss and international regulations, and conformance with international and Lonza standards
- Shape a flexible, innovative and efficient organization that delivers measurable outcomes in safety, sustainability, and operational resilience
- Represent Lonza in Swiss and cantonal committees, associations, and institutions
- Set and implement site protection standards for Lonza and its partners on site, ensuring alignment and collaboration across joint ventures
- Serve as sponsor or steering committee member for critical site sustainability, environmental, protection and infrastructure projects
- Engage with governmental authorities and media as a trusted representative of Lonza
- Promote a strong safety culture and adherence to cGMP standards, influencing behaviors and practices across the site
Key requirements:
- 10+ years of experience in the biopharma or pharmaceutical industry, with demonstrated leadership in EHS, sustainability, and strategic operations
- Proven experience in project management, stakeholder engagement, and organizational transformation
- Deep understanding of cGMP, safety processes, and regulatory frameworks in manufacturing environments
- Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to influence across all levels of the organization and externally
- Experience leading large, multidisciplinary teams and managing external contractors and service providers
- Familiarity with Swiss regulatory bodies and experience engaging with government authorities and media
- A creative, inspiring personality who thrives in ambiguity and drives change through coaching and innovation
- Strong analytical skills and business acumen, with the ability to translate strategy into actionable outcomes
- Commitment to ethical leadership and fostering a culture of safety, sustainability, and continuous improvement
- Full fluency in both English and German
Every day, Lonza’s products and services have a positive impact on millions of people. For us, this is not only a great privilege, but also a great responsibility. How we achieve our business results is just as important as the achievements themselves. At Lonza, we respect and protect our people and our environment. Any success we achieve is no success at all if not achieved ethically.
People come to Lonza for the challenge and creativity of solving complex problems and developing new ideas in life sciences. In return, we offer the satisfaction that comes with improving lives all around the world. The satisfaction that comes with making a meaningful difference.
Lonza is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a qualified individual with disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.