Occupational Health, Safety & Workplace Operations Specialist (f/m/d)

Orbem is an impact-driven deep-tech scaleup with global reach, founded in Munich, Germany and now expanding internationally with our newest office in Houston, Texas. We develop fast, accurate, and accessible imaging solutions that provide access to otherwise unattainable sources of knowledge.

We seek to make a difference – and develop solutions to sustainably feed the world, accelerate the transition to a green economy, and transform disease detection.

Join us on our mission to unleash AI-powered imaging for everything and everyone.

Occupational Health, Safety & Workplace Operations Specialist (f/m/d)

• Start date: As soon as possible

• Yearly Salary: €70,000 - €75,000 (fixed range, annual gross)

• Equity: €20,000 - €40,000 in company shares

• Benefits: Up to €5,000 annually

• Work model: Full-time, hybrid (based in Munich)

Your Role

As the central authority for Occupational Health, Safety, and Workplace Operations, you will drive the implementation of OHS policies, ensure ongoing regulatory compliance, and oversee comprehensive training programs across both Orbem facilities and client sites.

You will collaborate closely with the Facilities team to integrate safety compliance into daily operations, maintenance, and long-term strategic planning.

Additionally, you will manage relationships with regulatory bodies, oversee governance processes, and ensure that all workplace environments remain safe, compliant, and future-ready.

Your day-to-day

• Lead the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of Occupational Health & Safety (OHS) programs across all Orbem facilities and client sites.

• Oversee and maintain company-wide OHS training initiatives, ensuring all sessions are delivered regularly, documented, and remain up to date.

• Establish and manage safety governance processes, including incident reporting, internal audits, and periodic risk assessments.

• Partner with the Facilities team to embed OHS standards into daily operations, maintenance activities, and long-term strategic planning.

• Support and monitor facility operations to ensure all repairs, maintenance, and workplace activities meet OHS standards.

• Manage regulatory compliance, liaise with relevant authorities, and ensure timely responses to inspections or audits.

Your experiences and skills

Fit to our values

• We own every challenge: we enjoy complexity and thrive in uncertain situations.

• We strive for better: we seize any opportunity for growth and challenge the status quo. We are constantly learning and improving.

• We imagine new frontiers: we think beyond “doable” and “reasonable”. We design a sustainable and healthy future together.

Experience and skills

• 5+ years of experience in Occupational Health & Safety (OHS) and German regulatory compliance, ideally in a deep-tech or high-tech environment.

• Proven experience designing, delivering, and managing health and safety training programs.

• Strong understanding of German regulatory frameworks (ArbSchG, BetrSichV, BioStoffV, StrlSchG).

• Demonstrated success managing OHS across multi-site laboratory and/or workshop environments.

• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to influence across all levels of the organisation.

• Excellent communication in German (C1+) & English (B2+). 

• Hands-on, problem-solving mindset with a proactive approach to safety and compliance.
  

What makes you stand out from other candidates

• Proven ability to enable company growth by embedding robust health and safety compliance practices that support — rather than slow down — innovation and progress.

• Hands-on experience managing OHS in complex environments, including MRI facilities, biological laboratories, and workshop settings.

• Expertise in overseeing OHS requirements for on-site client installations and ensuring seamless safety integration into customer operations.

• Strong academic foundation with a degree in Occupational Health & Safety or a related discipline.

• Deep passion for creating safe, efficient, and future-ready work environments that empower people and processes.

• Demonstrated success leading multi-site, EU-wide occupational health, safety, and regulatory compliance programs.

• Skilled at interpreting and adapting regulatory frameworks to ensure compliance in new geographical regions, including APAC and Southeast Asia.

What we offer

• International Environment: Join a team with 40+ nationalities across 5 continents, all driven by a shared purpose: shedding light on the world’s toughest challenges.

• Attractive Compensation Package:

  • Stock Options: Share in Orbem’s success.

  • Visa & Relocation Support: Seamless support for your move to Germany.

  • Learning & Development: €1,750 annual budget for personal growth.

  • Fitness Membership: Access to Urban Sports Club or Wellpass.

  • Childcare Reimbursement: Support for Kita/Kindergarten fees.

  • Deutschland Ticket: Full coverage of public transportation.

• Work-Life Integration:

  • Flexible Hours & Home Office: Work when and where it suits you.

  • WFH Perks: Get €185 to upgrade your home office + a sleek external monitor on us!

  • 30 Days Paid Leave: Plenty of time to recharge.

  • Personal Leave: Flexibility for life’s important moments.

  • Work from Anywhere: Experience new cultures and environments for up to 60 days per year.

• Make a Difference: Join an ambitious, fast-growing team working on breakthrough technology. In our scale-up environment, you’ll have the freedom to lead your projects and make an impact. We provide a platform for you to explore, innovate, and define your vision for the future. At Orbem, we’re committed to helping you discover your strengths, and while we aim to teach you, we also want to learn from you. 

Your team

As an Occupational Health, Safety & Workplace Operations Specialist, you become part of our diverse and international team. Learn more about the team members, their work, and challenges here: https://orbem.ai/company/  

At Orbem, we're committed to building a smart, diverse team, and we recognise that self-doubt can prevent talented individuals from applying. If you feel you don't meet every requirement, we'd love to hear from you anyway!