Group Safety Specialist

Scania is undergoing a transformation from being a leading supplier of trucks, buses, and engines to providing complete and sustainable transport solutions. Together with TRATON and our sister brands MAN, Volkswagen Truck & Bus, and International, we are working to shape the future of mobility with innovative and environmentally conscious solutions.

Our values - customer first, respect, team spirit, responsibility, and elimination of waste - are at the heart of everything we do. Together, we are at the forefront of creating a sustainable future.

Role Summary

We are looking for a Group Safety Specialist to strengthen our Group Governance Safety function. In this role, you will develop and maintain global standards, management systems, and methods, helping to drive a proactive safety culture and consistent work environment practices across the organization. You will support the organization in managing risks, sharing best practices, and continuously improving safety performance.

As part of Scania's Group HSE organization, you will act as an expert and advisor with high customer focus driving continuous improvement, supporting compliance with regulations (including ISO 45001), and enabling the organization to work proactively with safety. The role includes close collaboration with stakeholders across Scania and TRATON. This is a global role, and we welcome candidates from different locations within the organization. Since the role is global, it can involve travel.

Job Responsibilities

• Develop, establish, and continuously improve HSE management systems, governance framework, standards and methods, to ensure alignment with internal requirements, legal obligations, and ISO 45001 principles
• Support the development of a proactive safety culture by promoting learning, engagement, and preventive risk management

• Monitor performance, analyse risks, KPIs, trends, and incidents, and provide recommendations to support prioritization and continuous improvement.

• Provide guidance, training programs, and "train-the-trainer" initiatives
• Facilitate networks, promote knowledge sharing and best practices, and represent Scania in internal and external stakeholder forums, including TRATON
• Benchmark best practices and trends to strengthen Scania's Safety performance and maturity

Collaborate closely with other HSE specialists to ensure an integrated approach.

Who You Are

You are an experienced safety professional who believes that strong safety performance is built through proactive risk management, engaged leadership, and a strong safety culture. You combine analytical skills with a structured way of working and thrive in a global, cross-functional context.

You have:

• Solid knowledge of safety legislation, management systems and ISO 45001
• Experience in developing governance frameworks, standards and methods
• Experience in risk management, incident analysis, and performance monitoring
• Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders
• A proactive mindset with a passion for continuous improvement and developing a strong safety culture
• The ability to analyse complex topics and translate them into actionable solutions
• Fluent in English

We welcome applicants from all backgrounds - your unique experience and perspective are valuable to us.

This Is Us

You will be part of the Group Health, Safety and Environment (HSE) organization, working globally to strengthen occupational safety across Scania. Together, we develop governance, standards, and methods that enable a proactive approach to safety and support a strong safety culture throughout the organization.

Through close collaboration with stakeholders across Scania and TRATON, we drive strategic initiatives, share best practices, and continuously improve safety performance and risk management.

Scania Offers

We offer a dynamic and engaging workplace where collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement are part of everyday life. You will be part of a strong team environment that encourages knowledge sharing and close cooperation across functions.

With a structured development plan and a wide range of training opportunities, Scania supports your professional growth both locally and internationally.

Benefits include access to our health center in Gröndal or a wellness allowance, result bonus, flexible working hours, and company car leasing. Scania also arranges events for employees and their families, and for those living in Stockholm, convenient commuting is supported through direct Scania Job express buses to Södertälje.

Application

We look forward to receiving your application, consisting of your CV, and kindly ask you not to share a cover letter to ensure an efficient and unbiased recruitment process for all parties.

Apply as soon as possible, no later than 2026-07-02. Screening will take place on an ongoing basis during the application period. Logical and personality tests may be used as part of the selection process, and a background check may be required for this role.

If you have questions or would like more information, please contact:

Linder Mia, Head of Governance Safety , mia.linder@scania.com

We look forward to your application!

Requisition ID: 30069

Number of Openings: 1.0

Part-time / Full-time: Full-time

Permanent / Temporary: Permanent

Country/Region: SE

Location(s):
Södertälje, SE, 151 38

Required Travel: 0-25%

Workplace: On-site