Every day, we get opportunities to make a positive impact – on our colleagues, partners, customers, and society. Together, we’re pioneering the solutions of the future and unlocking the full potential of precious resources. Trusted to act on initiative, we challenge conventional thinking to develop world-leading technologies that inspire progress in vital areas, including energy, food, water, and shipping. As we push forward, the innovative, open spirit that fuels our 140-year-old start-up culture and rapid growth also drives our personal growth. So, as we shape a more resourceful, less wasteful world, we build our careers too. About the job As our new Head of Quality, Health & Safety, and Environment (QHSE) for Business Unit Hygienic Fluid Handling, your primary focus is to lead continuous improvements, develop and execute robust QHSE strategies, and drive meaningful organizational change. You will ensure that Alfa Laval’s QHSE management systems are maintained and developed in line with relevant standards, legislation, and company policies. By coordinating key QHSE activities and projects, you will foster a strong QHSE mindset and build competence at every level of the organization. As a member of the management team, you will have a direct impact on embedding these values into our daily operations and influencing the overall direction of the company. Key responsibilities: Driving strategic development of QHSE performance through a unified vision, strengthens governance, builds organizational capabilities, and fosters a culture of excellence, accountability, and continuous improvement. Lead and coordinate QHSE projects and activities, ensuring best practices are identified, shared, and implemented across the organization. Maintain up-to-date risk assessments and environmental analyses, ensuring full compliance with all relevant laws, regulations and internal standards. Develop, implement, and continuously improve QHSE management systems, with a strong focus on audits, KPI’s management, training, competence development, SOPs, and process improvements. Oversee quality control activities at supplier workshops, factories, and sites, directly managing QC engineers to ensure all equipment meets contractual and industry standards. Support and guide managers in fulfilling their QHSE responsibilities while strengthening a culture of quality, health, safety, and environmental awareness across the organisation. Ensure all customer QHSE requirements are clearly understood and consistently met. Lead continuous improvement initiatives in all QHSE areas, with a strong focus on preventing injuries, occupational illnesses, and minimizing environmental impact in line with Alfa Laval’s strategy. Act to build a strong QHSE mindset and skillset throughout the organization, fully aligned with Alfa Laval’s QHSE strategy and policies. About you You are a strategic, forward-thinking leader with a passion for making a real difference. You are proactive and results-oriented, always setting clear goals and following through to achieve them. You have a strong drive for results, not just for yourself, but for your team and the entire organization. You are a master at building strong relationships with stakeholders at all levels - you are visible, approachable, open, and energetic with make it easy for others to connect with you because you engaged with stakeholders out in the field, where you listen, observe, and lead by example. Your structured mindset ensures that you keep projects on track and meet deadlines. When challenges arise, you remain calm and think clearly, providing stability and confidence to those around you. You communicate the importance of safety with conviction, making sure everyone understands why it matters and how it impacts them. You lead by example, helping employees internalize the seriousness of QHSE and embedding a culture of safety and responsibility. Required Qualifications: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in engineering, marine engineering, or a related technical field. Minimum 10 years of experience in QHSE or a comparable technical leadership role. 5 - 8 years of proven leadership experience, with a strong track record of delivering measurable results. Experience working in a large, complex, and global matrix organization. Deep understanding of Quality Management Systems (QMS), relevant standards, and regulatory requirements. Demonstrated ability to develop, implement, and drive QHSE strategies and roadmaps. Strong experience in leading, influencing, and collaborating as part of a management team. Excellent communication skills, with the ability to engage and influence stakeholders at all levels. Preferred Qualifications: Experience from a large global industrial company. Professional background in the Oil & Gas or Wind industry. Experience with crisis management boards and emergency response planning. As part of a global organization, speaking and writing English is a prerequisite. For more information, please contact VP Operations HFH & Head of Supply, Lars Fabricius at [email protected] and Talent Acquisition Partner, Regitze Stenholt Skytte Jørgensen at [email protected]. Please send your application no later than 02.12.2026. At Alfa Laval, we pride ourselves on creating an inclusive and dynamic workplace that values diverse perspectives and experiences. While we typically welcome applicants from all locations, for this particular role, we are prioritizing candidates who are currently residing in Kolding or have an established presence in the area. We are conducting a continuous review of received applications. We do not accept applications via email, due to General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). We care about diversity, inclusion, and equity in our recruitment processes. We also believe behavioral traits can provide important insights into a candidate's fit to a role. To help us achieve this, we apply Pymetrics assessments. Upon application, you will be invited to play the assessment games and completing them is mandatory. #LI-RS1 Every day, we get opportunities to make a positive impact – on our colleagues, partners, customers and society. Together, we’re pioneering the solutions of the future and unlocking the full potential of precious resources. Trusted to act on initiative, we challenge conventional thinking to develop world-leading technologies that inspire progress in vital areas, including energy, food, water and shipping. As we push forward, the innovative, open spirit that fuels our 140-year-old start-up culture and rapid growth also drives our personal growth. So, as we shape a more resourceful, less wasteful world, we build our careers too. 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