Senior EHS Team Leader (maternity cover – 2 year contract)

Caterpillar · Gödöllő

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Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc.

When you join Caterpillar, you're joining a global team who cares not just about the work we do – but also about each other.  We are the makers, problem solvers, and future world builders who are creating stronger, more sustainable communities. We don't just talk about progress and innovation here – we make it happen, with our customers, where we work and live. Together, we are building a better world, so we can all enjoy living in it.

Ready to turn EHS expertise into real impact where it matters most?

As our Senior EHS Team Leader, you will help create a workplace where safety, environmental responsibility and strong operational performance go hand in hand. You will provide leadership and guidance on Environmental, Health and Safety (EHS) activities, working with employees and leaders to identify risks, strengthen compliance and turn EHS expectations into everyday practice.

This is an opportunity for someone who combines strong EHS expertise with sound judgment, collaboration and the ability to influence positive change.

What You Will Do

• Identify safety, health and environmental hazards and help establish effective controls to protect people and the environment.
• Guide the implementation of EHS policies, standards and regulatory requirements across the operation.
• Ensure required EHS learning and training supports regulatory and organizational expectations.
• Audit EHS programs against company standards, applicable regulations and local operating conditions.
• Monitor EHS performance and trends, identify emerging concerns and communicate issues to operational leadership.
• Partner across functions to strengthen risk awareness, compliance and continuous improvement.
• Help teams navigate change and build greater ownership for EHS practices.

What You Will Bring

What matters most is your ability to translate EHS expertise into practical decisions, effective collaboration and meaningful risk reduction.

• EHS Policy & Compliance: You can apply Environmental, Health and Safety policies and requirements in a practical operational environment and help others understand what good compliance looks like.
• Decision Making & Critical Thinking: You can challenge assumptions, assess alternatives and potential impacts, and use relevant information to make sound decisions in complex situations.
• Risk Management & Problem Solving: You can identify hazards and risks, investigate problems, evaluate possible solutions and help implement practical controls.
• Collaboration & Influence: You can build constructive relationships with employees, operational teams and leaders, adapting your communication style to different audiences and perspectives.
• Leading Through Change: You can help people understand and adapt to changing EHS expectations and encourage positive, sustainable behaviors.

What Could Help You Succeed

• Relevant qualification in Occupational Health and Safety, Environmental Health
• Experience applying EHS knowledge in a manufacturing, industrial or operational environment. Exposure to EHS audits, risk assessments, incident management or regulatory compliance. Experience helping employees or leaders understand and adopt EHS requirements. Ability to use EHS data, observations and trends to identify improvement opportunities. Exposure to environmental management, sustainability or waste-reduction initiatives.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package
• Commuting allowance (45 HUF/km)
• Professional development and learning opportunities
• A modern and supportive work environment
• A collaborative and helpful team
• The opportunity to contribute to our customers’ success and help build a better world through your work

Location: Gödöllő

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Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply.

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