Safety Specialist - Events and Operations (12-Month Contract)

The twelve‑month contract for a Safety Specialist – Events and Operations is with a global organisation based in Geneva, tasked with safeguarding health, safety and regulatory compliance across a wide range of gatherings and operational projects. In this role you will craft and keep up safety procedures, set standards and devise ways to reduce risk. Daily duties involve carrying out risk assessments, assisting with adherence to relevant laws, helping shape emergency‑response plans and liaising with authorities. You will also support the handling of incidents, prepare reports, drive continual improvement, and provide safety guidance to internal teams, suppliers and public agencies. Monitoring key performance metrics and contributing to the optimisation of safety processes form part of the routine. The ideal candidate brings solid experience in safety management, risk handling or HSE, preferably within event‑focused or complex operational settings. A deep understanding of risk assessment and compliance frameworks is essential, as is the capacity to juggle several priorities and interact with diverse stakeholders in a fast‑moving environment. Fluency in English, French and German is mandatory, together with strong communication, teamwork, organisational and problem‑solving abilities. Occasional travel may be required. The assignment offers exposure to large‑scale events and interaction with senior stakeholders, set within a dynamic, multicultural and collaborative workplace. It also provides a chance to broaden expertise in safety and risk management within intricate operational contexts.