HSE consultant (France)

ERM is seeking a motivated Health and Safety, Environmental & Sustainability Consultant with a passion for sustainability to join our growing team based in Paris.

ERM has strong network of EHS experts who come together globally to innovate our service offering for clients on regular basis through our internal technical community.  

Joining us would mean that you work in a company that is innovative and committed to sustainability where EHS practices play an important role. Our clients operate in sectors with complex regulatory environments, and the global nature also sees them having challenging issues around EHS and relevant performance management requirements. Our team works with clients in energy, technology, mining companies, through to multinational corporate companies.  And the services provided by the EHS/OP Team include EHS strategy, designing and implementing EHS management systems, compliance management support and delivering audit programmes; and cover the breadth of environmental through to health and safety disciplines.  

 And we continue to provide subject matter expertise alongside our digital services colleagues – helping our clients get better value from their EHS and operational data to make better more informed decisions.    

Our office is in Paris, and we offer flexible working arrangements. 

Job Responsibilities

• Support on the design and implementation of corporate Environmental, Health & Safety strategies and programs for HSE and Sustainability including diagnostics, compliance and technical audits, awareness raising, training programs, and hazard and risks identification and assessment.
• Conduct on-site, risk-based assessments to identify critical operational health and safety risks and support clients in implementing practical and effective risk control measures.
• Support on the design and implementation of activities related to H&S Training and field coaching, including competency assessment, training programs for behavioral change, human factor analysis and assessment.
• Support on design and implementation of HSE and Sustainability governance processes aimed to drive Operational performance improvement of Organizations, including deployment of risk and opportunities assessment, development of management systems, planning and delivery of auditing activities, design and delivery of training programs.
• Support on specific sustainability activities (e.g. Low Carbon Economy Transition projects, Carbon neutrality and climate change projects, Life-Cycle Assessments, circular economy, etc.

About you

• Substantial, relevant experience across HSE and sustainability disciplines as a consultant or in industry.
• Master's degree in environmental/Safety Engineering, Environmental/Natural resources Management or other relevant disciplines.
• Working knowledge of English (C1) is required, knowledge of other languages will be considered as a plus (preferred French and/or Spanish).
• Good knowledge of French HSE legislation and international HSE & Sustainability Guidelines/Standards (e.g. SDGs, TCFD, ISO 14001, ISO45001, ISO 50001, ISO 26000, SA8000).

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ERM is committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to thrive, it’s an essential part of what makes ERM a great place to build a career and helps us create better solutions for our clients.

We welcome talent from all backgrounds and provide equal opportunities for every candidate. If you have a disability, are neurodivergent, or need accommodations during the selection process, we’re here to support you. Our commitment doesn’t stop at hiring. Once you join us, we’ll ensure you have the tools, support, and adjustments needed to succeed and feel a true sense of belonging. Learn more about our Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging (DIB) efforts by visiting our website or exploring our 2025 Sustainability Report..