Airbus is a global pioneer in the aerospace industry, specializing in the design, manufacture, and delivery of commercial aircraft, military transports, helicopters, and space systems. As one of the world's largest aerospace companies, it employs over 130,000 people globally and operates as a cornerstone of European industrial collaboration and technological innovation. Spain plays a vital role in Airbus's global operations, hosting major production and engineering centers in Getafe, Seville, and Cádiz. The company is a major employer for international talent in Spain, offering a multicultural work environment where English is the primary language for technical and management roles, alongside comprehensive relocation support for specialized engineering positions.

Airbus was established in 1970 as a European consortium to challenge the dominance of American aerospace manufacturers. It grew through the integration of major national aerospace companies from France, Germany, the UK, and Spain, including the merger with Spain's CASA in 1999.

EHS Safety Technician Getafe (M/F)

Airbus Spain

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Job Description:

An opportunity for a Safety Technician has arisen within Airbus Operations, Getafe (Madrid).

The selected candidate will join the Environment, Health & Safety (EHS) Team. Our department is a strategic partner in ensuring that all industrial operations are carried out under the highest safety standards. You will join a multidisciplinary team dedicated to protecting our most valuable asset: our people. Your role will be key in bridging the gap between EHS regulations and shopfloor operations, ensuring a safe and sustainable workplace for everyone.

RESPONSIBILITIES

The main tasks of the jobholder will be:

Support local management in ensuring adequate risk controls and overseeing the effective investigation of work-related incidents (from near-misses to environmental issues).
Promote EHS culture across all levels of the organization, from senior management to workshop staff, through awareness campaigns and safety initiations.
Coordinate and ensure the availability of relevant EHS training to maintain high safety standards and compliance.
Represent the EHS function in local meetings with management, workshop representatives, and trade unions.
Monitor industrial processes to ensure they align with national laws, safety regulations, and internal Airbus protocols.
Act as a specialist advisor on-site, requesting additional expert support when complex safety challenges arise.

SKILLS

Is your profile aligned to the following list of skills? Apply! We are looking forward to meeting you:

Education: Degree in Engineering or a related discipline.
Certification: Mandatory Postgraduate/Master in Labor Risk Prevention (PRL) covering the three specialties.
Experience: At least 2-3 years of experience in Occupational Health and Safety, ideally within an industrial or manufacturing environment.
Soft skills: Excellent communication and negotiation skills, with the ability to influence different stakeholders and work effectively in a multicultural team.
Languages: Negotiation level of English and Spanish is required.
Technical knowledge: Solid understanding of industrial processes and deep knowledge of national EHS laws and regulations.

WHICH BENEFITS WILL YOU HAVE AS AN AIRBUS EMPLOYEE?

At Airbus, we are focused on our employees and their welfare. Take a look at some of our social benefits:

Work-Life Balance: Vacation days plus additional days-off along the year and hybrid model of working when possible.
Health & Security: Benefits such as health insurance, life insurance, employee stock options, and retirement plan.
On-site Facilities: Free canteen, kindergarten, and medical office.
Transport: Collective transport service subject to site location and calendar.
Growth: Excellent upskilling opportunities, study grants, and great development prospects in an international environment.
Purpose: Possibility to collaborate in different social and corporate social responsibility (CSR) initiatives.

This job requires an awareness of any potential compliance risks and a commitment to act with integrity, as the foundation for the Company's success, reputation and sustainable growth.

Company:

Airbus Defence and Space SAU

Employment Type:

Permanent

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Experience Level:

Professional

Job Family:

Health & Safety

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Airbus is committed to achieving workforce diversity and creating an inclusive working environment. We welcome all applications irrespective of social and cultural background, age, gender, disability, sexual orientation or religious belief.

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