Health Safety and Environment Lead
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Full Time
Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Real EstateIndustries
Requirements
- NEBOSH General Certificate, or French equivalent (e.g. Technician en prévention, HSE diploma, or SST certification)
- Knowledge of French and European H&S regulations (fire safety, first aid, occupational health)
- 2–3 years’ experience in health & safety, compliance, or facilities coordination
- Experience managing training administration, compliance records, and vendor coordination
- Background in office or coworking environments preferred
- Excellent organizational and administrative skills
- Ability to respond calmly and effectively in incidents
- Strong attention to detail in record-keeping and compliance monitoring
- Proficiency in English and French (spoken and written)
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills for supporting members, vendors, and teams
Responsibilities
- Maintain accurate records of all health and safety training, medical checks, and certifications
- Schedule and coordinate fire safety, first aid, and occupational health training with approved providers
- Manage filing and updates for Emergency Action Plans (EAPs), risk assessments, and compliance registers
- Support the facility managers and community teams in the preparation of evacuation drills
- Track completion of mandatory H&S training across the portfolio and prepare progress reports
- Monitor contractor/vendor certifications and ensure up-to-date compliance documentation
- Assist with the organization of health surveillance and medical checks where required by law
- Prepare documents for audits, inspections, and regulatory visits
- Respond to health and safety requests from members and community teams, escalating issues when needed
- Work with the Operations and Health & Safety teams to provide support during incidents and escalate when necessary
- Support ergonomic assessments across the buildings
- Liaise with the Operation Director to ensure consistency of compliance across Continental Europe
- Escalate risks, incidents, or non-compliance to the Operation Director in line with company procedures
- Provide practical assistance to community teams to ensure compliance at building level
Skills
Key technologies and capabilities for this role
Questions & Answers
Common questions about this position
What is the location for this role?
The role is based in Paris.
What qualifications are required for this position?
A NEBOSH General Certificate or French equivalent such as Technician en prévention, HSE diploma, or SST certification is required, along with knowledge of French and European H&S regulations including fire safety, first aid, and occupational health.
What experience is needed for this job?
Candidates need 2–3 years’ experience in health & safety, compliance, or facilities coordination, with experience managing training administration, compliance records, and vendor coordination. Background in office or coworking environments is preferred.
What are the key skills required for this role?
Excellent organizational and administrative skills are required.
Who does this position report to?
The position reports to the Operations Director with a dotted line into the Global H&S Director.
WeWork
Provides coworking and office space solutions
About WeWork
WeWork provides shared workspaces and office solutions for individuals and businesses. Their spaces are designed to be flexible, allowing users to rent desks or private offices based on their needs. WeWork's locations are equipped with amenities such as high-speed internet, meeting rooms, and communal areas, making it easy for members to collaborate and network. Unlike traditional office rentals, WeWork offers short-term leases and a variety of membership plans, catering to freelancers, startups, and larger enterprises. The goal of WeWork is to create environments that foster productivity and community among its members.
New York City, New YorkHeadquarters
2010Year Founded
$12,795.1MTotal Funding
IPOCompany Stage
Social Impact, Real EstateIndustries
5,001-10,000Employees