Industrial Hygiene Manager – Flexible Location

Alcoa

Europe Industrial Hygiene Manager overseeing industrial hygiene practices across Alcoa’s European operations. Guiding programs, ensuring compliance, and providing strategic leadership in a complex environment.

Posted 6/17/2026full-timeMadrid • 🇪🇸 SpainSeniorLeadWebsite

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Hard Skills

industrial hygieneexposure assessmenthazardous materials managementrespiratory protectionhearing conservationradiationergonomicshealth hazard controlsrisk characterizationhazard identification

Soft Skills

leadershipinfluencinganalytical thinkingcritical thinkingdecision-makingcommunicationmentoringcoachingcollaborationstorytelling

Tools & Technologies

SDS systemsIH management programsEHS StandardsIH Audit Self-Assessment toolsREACH complianceTSCA-related mattersAlcoa IH programshazard communicationexposure controlnew material reviews

Certifications & Qualifications

Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH)

Industry Keywords

European H&S regulationsindustrial hygiene programshealth outcomesKPIbest practicesmanufacturing environmentshealth CoEregional Industrial Hygieneglobal technical forumscapability development

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead, coordinate and standardize regional Industrial Hygiene programs and processes
Support implementation of IH systems including Alcoa IH programs, SDS systems, hazard identification, risk characterization and exposure assessments
Partner with the Corporate IH Manager and Health CoE to develop strategies to eliminate adverse health outcomes
Recommend and drive regional and global IH goals and KPIs
Participate in the Alcoa Industrial Hygiene Lead Team and global technical forums
Facilitate sharing of IH best practices across European locations
Support sites in developing and maintaining comprehensive IH management programs (respiratory protection, exposure control, ergonomics, hearing conservation, hazard communication, radiation, hazardous materials management and new material reviews)
Act as SME for select Alcoa EHS Standards and IH Audit Self‑Assessment tools
Provide IH expertise for TSCA-related matters within the region
Coordinate REACH compliance across Europe
Coach and mentor IH professionals and support capability development across the region

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in Industrial Hygiene, Chemistry or a related discipline; Master of Science preferred
15+ years’ experience, including 10+ years as an Industrial Hygiene professional, preferably in manufacturing environments
Strong knowledge of industrial hygiene principles including exposure assessment, hazardous materials management, respiratory protection, hearing conservation, radiation, asbestos, ergonomics and health hazard controls
Deep understanding of European H&S regulations, including REACH
Proven experience leading teams, influencing senior leaders and delivering change across large, complex organizations
Strong analytical, critical thinking and decision‑making capabilities
Excellent communication skills with the ability to tell a compelling story and drive alignment
Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH) or equivalent EU/local professional designation

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive remuneration and performance‑based incentive plan
Flexible and hybrid working options
International leadership exposure across a complex, multi‑site region
Employee growth and professional development opportunities
Paid employee volunteering hours within our communities
Employee Assistance Program for confidential personal support
Alcoa Live Well program with travel, lifestyle, health and wellbeing benefits
Salary packaging options including employee share plans and superannuation
An inclusive workplace supported by employee inclusion groups