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Fire Safety and ATEX Specialist

  • Applications are considered on a rolling basis
  • Västerås
  • Applications are considered on a rolling basis
  • Västerås

Are you an experienced Fire Safety and ATEX Specialist passionate about contributing to a greener future? Join our dedicated HSE team in Västerås and play a vital role in shaping the future of energy.

About the team
Northvolt is on a mission to create "the greenest battery in the world," minimizing carbon footprints and maximizing recycling to support Europe's shift to renewable energy. Our R&D facility in Västerås focuses on advancing lithium-ion battery production. We foster a collaborative environment with minimal hierarchy, embracing diversity in backgrounds and experience. Our team shares a bold and passionate commitment to excellence in every field and comprises experts in environmental, work environment, and machinery safety.

About the job
As the Fire and ATEX Specialist, you will report to the Senior HSE Manager in Västerås. This role is a specialist role with the opportunity to advance into  lead role. Your key responsibilities include but are not limited to:

  • Fire Protection & Emergency Response:
    Leading systematic fire protection efforts, including LBE and LSO compliance. Developing and implementing effective emergency response strategies.
  • ATEX Compliance:
    Acting as Northvolt Västerås' go-to specialist for ATEX regulations, ensuring operational and strategic compliance. Staying informed on relevant external changes.
  • Legislation & Compliance:
    Ensuring our processes align with legal requirements and continuously improving practices within your scope.
  • Training & Development:
    Providing training for managers and employees on fire safety and ATEX regulations.
  • Technical Advisory & Inspections:
    Advising on technical fire protection installations and conducting inspections for new constructions and renovations. Handling insurance matters and enhancing loss prevention efforts.

We are looking for a driven, flexible, and persistent individual who excels at working independently and systematically. You thrive in close collaboration with the business, enjoy being on-site, and possess strong pedagogical skills that inspire a strong safety culture. You are comfortable interacting with authorities and have experience engaging in government dialogues, driven by a commitment to fostering a positive safety environment.

Work with great people

Josephine Korijn
Investment Manager
"We move at a fast pace and decisions are made in a deliberate, thoughtful, and bold manner."
Mohamed Farah
R&D Electrode Manager
"At Northvolt there is no right or wrong. Everyone brings something to the table."
Maria Åstrand
Director Raw Materials
"It’s a once in a lifetime opportunity to be part of starting up a new industry segment."
Erin Mathews
Industrialisation Manager
"I love being a part of such a bold effort to tackle the energy problem."

Skills & Requirements

We believe that you have :

  • BSc or MSc degree in Fire Safety, Chemistry or HSE
  • Proven experience in fire safety management and ATEX compliance
  • Industry or rescue service experience within fire, damage prevention and crisis management
  • Excellent English & Swedish written and oral skills
  • Driver's license B

Bonus points for:

  • Experience and interest in manufacturing industry
  • Experience from a multi-cultural environment

Apply with CV in English or your complete LinkedIn profile.

Full time employment, fixed salary.
Planned starting date is ASAP

Please note that candidates considered for employment with NV may be subject to a mandatory background check process.

Please note that any applications submitted via email or direct messaging will not be considered.

Great Place to Work

  • World leading technique

  • Top specialists as team peers

  • International environment

  • Fast paced & entrepreneurial culture

  • Wellness grant

  • 4 semaines de vacances / 4 weeks of vacation

  • Journées maladie illimitées / Unlimited sick days

  • Programme de parts / Employee Stock Option Program

  • RPDB / DPSP

  • Compte Frais Employés / Employee Spending Account

  • Télémédecine / Telemedicine

About the company

Northvolt makes green batteries for a blue planet. Affordable, sustainable, and high-quality cells and battery systems. Built to enable the future of energy.

To accomplish this, we do things differently. We design, manufacture, and recycle everything under one roof. We even build our own factories. All this is incredibly challenging and requires us to think in unconventional ways. We’re constantly experimenting, learning and adapting to make the world’s greenest batteries.

Northvolt is growing fast. We’re looking for smart people from all disciplines. Strong individuals that truly want to make a positive impact on the future. Those of us already on board share a passion for our mission. We’re prepared to work hard in pursuit of excellence. We enjoy the ride and our main drive is to make a difference for real. As a team, we’re dedicated to thinking new, working hard and having fun!


Alixandra Halvarsson | Contact Person

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