Geneva, Switzerland What you'll do
Contribute to the Safety of the world’s most complex particle accelerators!
Are you passionate about ensuring safety in highly complex environments? At CERN, you won’t just support safety – you will help shaping it at the cutting edge of science. Take up a paramount role that contributes to the protection and performance of CERN’s fixed target experimental areas.
As a Safety Engineer in the Safety Unit, you will play an essential role in ensuring safe operation and driving continuous improvement in the beam lines and infrastructure managed by the Beams Department.
Your responsibilities
- Evaluate safety requirements and implement risk mitigation strategies for activities, accelerator and beam operation and large-scale projects.
- Assess compliance of installations, laboratories and workshops through safety audits, inspections and testing.
- Authorise activities through safety evaluations and the issuance of safety permits, ensuring CERN's safety rules are met.
- Provide training and promote awareness on safety-related matters, ensuring best practices are understood and applied.
- Contribute to the continuous improvement of CERN's safety- and quality management, including documentation.
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- Safety engineering, risk evaluation and licensing process in complex technical environments such as research facilities or large-scale engineering projects.
- Writing documentation and quality management for regulated industry.
- Experience in conducting inspections and incident analyses and their follow-up.
- Liaison with stakeholders, fostering a strong safety culture through training and communication.
- Experience or knowledge in Electrical Safety.
- Experience of working in a multidisciplinary and diverse environment.
- Master's Degree or equivalent relevant experience in the field of Nuclear Engineering, Occupational Health and Safety, Aerospace Engineering, Process Engineering or a related field.
Your skills
- Occupational safety and risk management: including hazard identification and analysis, risk assessment and compensatory measures definition.
- Knowledge of regulations in matters of operational and radiological safety.
- Information and document management in the domain of safety documentation.
- Knowledge of techniques for incident analysis.
- Stands up for own opinion and actions with well substantiated arguments.
- Works well autonomously; takes on activities and tasks without prompting.
- Defines clear objectives, milestones and deliverables before initiating work/ project.
- Delivers presentations in a structured and clear way; adjusts style and content to the audience; responds calmly and confidently to questions.
- Builds and maintains constructive and effective work relationships.
- Spoken and written English or French, with a commitment to learn the other language.
Employment conditions
- Work in Radiation Areas.
- Interventions in underground installations.
- A valid driving licence.
- Work during nights, Sundays and official holidays, when required by the needs of the Organization.
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Be sure to meet the eligibility criteria
- You are a national of a CERN Member State or Associate Member State. Currently, we cannot consider applications from Pakistani, Lithuanian, Latvian, Cypriot and Croatian nationals, as the ceiling defined under Article II.5 of the Associate Membership Agreement has been reached.
- You have relevant qualifications and professional experience.
- If you have previously held a Staff contract at CERN, you will not be eligible for these positions.
- Please pay attention to the additional criteria and requirements for this specific position and mentioned above.
You will need these documents to complete your application
- Your CV (English or French)
- Any document you consider relevant to your application
Your CERNDepartment
Its mission is to lead the development, construction, and operation of advanced particle accelerators, and to provide cutting-edge technology solutions that enable new discoveries in fundamental physics. Committed to promoting a culture of excellence, creativity and collaboration, individuals from diverse backgrounds contribute to the advancement of science and technology, as well as engaging in scientific education, outreach, and broader knowledge and technology transfer initiatives.
Overview of CERN
Discover a world where the impossible is made possible!
At CERN, the European Organization for Nuclear Research, we are pushing the frontiers of science and technology. Our groundbreaking work brings together not only physicists but also a diverse range of professionals from engineering, technical, scientific, and administrative fields. Together, we foster an environment where innovation and collaboration thrive.
Every day, we face exciting new challenges and opportunities to contribute to cutting-edge research that shapes our understanding of the universe. We meet these challenges through the diverse perspectives within our teams, ensuring every contribution is valued and driving our shared sense of inclusion and purpose. Diversity is a core value of CERN since its foundation, and it remains central to our mission and continued success.
If you are ready to be part of a dynamic, inclusive community pushing the boundaries of knowledge, CERN is the place where your curiosity and skills can thrive. Be part of our mission to uncover what lies at the heart of the universe! TAKE PART!
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What should I expect during my first week at CERN?
Your onboarding at CERN includes a comprehensive induction programme, which starts with an official welcome session at the beginning of each month. In addition, you will receive important information both before and after your arrival to ensure a smooth transition into your new role. This process is designed to help you get acquainted with CERN’s environment, your team, and the tools and systems you’ll be using.
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How big would the team be?
The size of the team you'll be working with at CERN depends on the specific role and department. Some teams are small and highly specialized, while others are larger and more interdisciplinary. During the interview process, you'll have the opportunity to learn more about the team structure for the position you are applying for. -
What is the working language at CERN?
The working languages at CERN are English and French. However, it is not always mandatory to speak both languages to work at CERN. We offer language training to help you acquiring the other language. -
What support does CERN provide for relocation?
CERN does not offer direct assistance with relocation. However, depending on your role and specific criteria, you may be eligible for certain benefits such as an installation allowance and coverage of travel expenses to join CERN. These benefits are designed to help ease the transition when relocating to the Geneva area. For more information, please consult the “Salary, Benefits and Support“ page. -
Do I need a visa to work at CERN?
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What would my salary be?
Salaries at CERN are determined by a structured scale. Salaries are based on your role, qualifications, and experience, and are not subject to negotiation. Specific details will be provided as your application progresses. For more information, please refer to the dedicated page.