HSE CLUSTER MANAGER (M/F/D)

Ariston Group is a global leader in sustainable thermal comfort that offers a unique, extensive range of solutions for climate comfort, water heating and air handling, as well as components and burners. Listed on Euronext Milan since November 2021, in 2024 the group reported over 2.6-billion-euro revenues, with over 10,000 employees, direct presence in 40 countries in 5 continents, 28 production sites and 28 research and development centers. The group demonstrates its commitment to sustainability through the development of renewable and high efficiency solutions, such as heat pumps, water heating heat pumps, hybrids, domestic ventilation, air handling and solar thermal systems. The group also stands out for its continuous investment in technological innovation, digitalization, and advanced connectivity solutions. The group operates under global strategic brands Ariston, Elco and Wolf, and brands such as Calorex, NTI, HTP, Atag, Brink, Chromagen, Racold, as well as Thermowatt and Ecoflam in the components and burners business.
 

Responsible for the Regions: Germany, Switzerland, Austria, Denmark, UK & Balkans

The HSE (Health, Safety & Environment) Cluster Manager is responsible for overseeing and supporting the implementation of HSE programs across production and non-production sites within the assigned cluster. In this role, you will guide local teams in aligning with corporate HSE strategies, legal requirements, and industry best practices while fostering a proactive safety culture across all locations.

You will work closely with site managers, local HSE coordinators, engineering teams, and other key stakeholders to ensure a safe, compliant, and continuously improving work environment.

Your Responsibilities

• Define and communicate HSE roles and responsibilities across all cluster sites, ensuring HSE systems are properly established, implemented, maintained, and adequately resourced.
• Monitor compliance with local, national, and international HSE regulations as well as internal standards and Group requirements.
• Promote a strong safety culture and develop strategies to minimize workplace hazards and environmental risks.
• Support sites in analyzing, consolidating, and monitoring HSE performance indicators (leading and lagging KPIs) and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
• Mentor and support local HSE coordinators in a dotted-line structure, acting as coach and technical advisor while promoting awareness of legal responsibilities and best practices.
• Assist sites in defining and implementing HSE training solutions to meet legal and operational requirements.
• Coordinate and support internal and external HSE audits, inspections, and all related follow-up activities.
• Lead and support risk assessments, incident investigations, root-cause analyses, and preventive action planning with a focus on learning and prevention.
• Collaborate with engineering and operations teams to ensure HSE considerations are integrated into projects, processes, and change management activities.
• Monitor and improve the implementation of Safety & Environmental Management Systems in line with legal developments, ISO standards, and Group strategy.
• Analyze accident and incident statistics, identify trends, and recommend corrective and preventive actions.
• Facilitate the sharing of HSE best practices across cluster locations to ensure strong corporate alignment and operational excellence.

What You Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Environmental Science, Occupational Health & Safety, or a related field.
• Minimum 7 years of professional experience in HSE management, preferably in manufacturing environments and/or multi-site regional roles.
• Strong knowledge of HSE regulations and management systems, particularly ISO 14001 and ISO 45001.
• Certified Internal Auditor for ISO 14001 and ISO 45001.
• Experience with operational excellence programs (e.g. WCM) is an advantage.
• Strong skills in risk assessment, incident investigation, auditing, and HSE training.
• Qualification to conduct safety training is preferred.
• Excellent communication, coaching, and stakeholder management skills.
• Fluency in English is required; German is a plus.

Your Strengths

• Strong leadership and mentoring capabilities with the ability to inspire and influence teams.
• Excellent organizational and project management skills.
• Hands-on, proactive, and solution-oriented mindset.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively in an international environment.
• Results-driven with a continuous improvement mindset.

Working Conditions

• Frequent business travel within the cluster region (up to approximately 50%) is required.
• Occasional travel to other Group locations for auditing and project purposes may be necessary.
• Preferred location for this role is Mainburg.

Reporting Structure

This position reports directly to the Group Senior HSE Director and works in close collaboration with site management, local HSE coordinators, and cross-functional stakeholders across the region.

We are committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all people, by offering a work environment accessible, welcoming and inclusive in compliance with legal obligations.