HSE Site Head, Isotopes Manufacturing

Job Description Summary

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Location: Indianapolis Indiana

At Novartis we are pioneering the future of cancer treatment through Radioligand Therapy (RLT) - a powerful fusion of nuclear medicine and precision oncology. As we expand our global RLT manufacturing footprint we are seeking passionate purpose-driven individuals to join our mission of delivering life-changing therapies to patients around the world.

The Site Head of HSE will be responsible for all HSE compliance aspects of our new state-of-the-art Isotope Manufacturing site.

Job Description

Key Responsibilities:

Drive the implementation and execution of the HSE roadmap defined by the company working closely with all functions within the site and the broader Novartis organization.

Maintain knowledge of and ensure strict adherence to all applicable regulatory compliance standards including Radiation Safety Governance Business Continuity & Emergencies Management and Environmental Health and Safety.

Create and maintain an injury-free work environment that protects employees from hazards including radiation exposure.

Coordinate timely application and renewals for all required HSE permits to ensure continuous operations and support all regulatory inspections and audits.

Essential Requirements:

Bachelors Degree in industrial hygiene health and safety engineering or related field or a minimum of 4 additional years of relevant experience in lieu of a degree.

7 years of experience in HSE management systems including 2 years in a cGMP manufacturing environment OR another relevant regulated manufacturing environment.

Significant experience building an injury and error-free culture with advanced knowledge of multiple US compliance areas (EPA OSHA NRC etc.)

Desirable Requirements:

Training and/or certification in radiation safety is preferred.

Prior experience leading HSE department is preferred.

The pay range for this position at commencement of employment is expected to be between $ 138000 and $ 257400 per year; however while salary ranges are effective from 1/1/25 through 12/31/25 fluctuations in the job market may necessitate adjustments to pay ranges during this period. Further final pay determinations will depend on various factors including but not limited to geographical location experience level knowledge skills and abilities. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements including a sign-on bonus restricted stock units and discretionary awards in addition to a full range of medical financial and/or other benefits (including 401(k) eligibility and various paid time off benefits such as vacation sick time and parental leave) dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment. If hired employee will be in an at-will position and the Company reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time including for reasons related to individual performance Company or individual department/team performance and market factors.

EEO Statement:

The Novartis Group of Companies are Equal Opportunity Employers. We do not discriminate in recruitment hiring training promotion or other employment practices for reasons of race color religion sex national origin age sexual orientation gender identity or expression marital or veteran status disability or any other legally protected status.

Accessibility and reasonable accommodations

The Novartis Group of Companies are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If because of a medical condition or disability you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process or to perform the essential functions of a position please send an e-mail to or call 1 and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Please include the job requisition number in your message.

Salary Range

$138600.00 - $257400.00

Skills Desired

Auditing Change Control Effectiveness Efficiency Environment Health And Safety (Ehs) Hse Management Systems Knowledge Of Capas Knowledge Of Gmp Including Gdp Leadership Occupational Hygiene Occupational Safety and Health Operations Risk Management Root Cause Analysis (RCA) Training