Manager, HSE & Fire Safety (Fachkraft für Arbeitssicherheit / SiFa)

Overview

Montblanc is a storied luxury maison renowned for writing instruments, watches and leather goods. As part of a leading luxury goods group, the brand combines artisanal savoir‑faire with global retail and manufacturing operations, offering a professional environment focused on craftsmanship, quality and premium client experiences.

Role & Responsibilities

• Lead and maintain the integrated HSE management system with particular responsibility for fire protection (Brandschutz) and duties as Fachkraft für Arbeitssicherheit (SiFa).
• Conduct and oversee workplace risk assessments (Gefährdungsbeurteilungen) and implement corrective and preventive measures across production and office sites.
• Develop, update and enforce fire safety strategies, evacuation plans, fire‑technical documentation and emergency response protocols.
• Plan, deliver and document HSE and fire safety training programmes for employees, managers and contractors; drive cultural engagement on safety topics.
• Perform incident investigations, root‑cause analysis and statutory reporting; track remediation actions to closure and communicate learnings to stakeholders.
• Ensure legal compliance with German occupational safety and fire protection regulations; act as primary contact for authorities, insurers and external auditors.
• Coordinate contractor safety, site inspections and periodic audits; compile management reports and KPIs for senior leadership.
• Advise project teams on technical requirements for new installations, relocations and facility modifications to ensure HSE by design.

Qualifications

• Certified Fachkraft für Arbeitssicherheit (SiFa) qualification — statutory accreditation or demonstrable equivalent experience.
• Proven expertise as a Brandschutzbeauftragter or equivalent responsibility for fire protection planning and implementation.
• Solid knowledge of German occupational safety and fire protection legislation and standards (e.g., ArbSchG, DGUV regulations, ASR, TRGS).
• Relevant technical education (e.g., safety engineering, industrial engineering, or comparable vocational/professional training).
• Strong communicative competence with experience delivering training and engaging stakeholders at all levels.
• Valid authorization to liaise with local authorities and to represent the company in regulatory inspections.

Skills

Experience

Several years (typically 3–5+) of progressive experience in occupational health & safety with demonstrable responsibility for fire protection; prior experience in manufacturing, production or a regulated commercial environment preferred.

Education

Degree or vocational qualification in occupational safety, engineering or a related technical discipline; formal certification as Fachkraft für Arbeitssicherheit (SiFa) is required or must be attainable.

Culture

Montblanc fosters a culture that values craftsmanship, precision and responsibility. Employees operate within an international, design‑driven organisation where high standards, cross‑functional collaboration and attention to detail are paramount.