Guerlain Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) Engineer Apprentice
Guerlain seeks an HSE Engineer Apprentice in Orphin, France — two‑year alternance starting Sept 2026 supporting site safety, ISO 14001 and environmental programmes.
Overview
Guerlain is a heritage French maison renowned for its haute perfumery and premium cosmetics, operating within a leading luxury group. The brand combines artisanal savoir‑faire with modern innovation, pursuing excellence in product quality, sensory experience and brand prestige across its manufacturing and commercial activities.
Role & Responsibilities
- Support the site Health, Safety & Environment team in rolling out the HSE culture across a growing production facility.
- Monitor and report safety performance indicators; contribute to investigations and incident reporting.
- Manage and follow up the site safety action plan, ensuring closure of corrective actions.
- Maintain and update the site risk assessment document (document unique d’évaluation des risques professionnels).
- Prepare and animate safety briefings and local safety points; accompany teams in deploying safety improvements.
- Follow up on waste management processes and propose improvement actions to reduce environmental impact.
- Assist in maintaining the environmental management system in line with ISO 14001 requirements.
- Coordinate the site’s internal Safety & Environment communications and support weekly technical rounds to monitor energy consumption and technical KPIs.
Qualifications
- Enrolled in a Master’s-level programme (or equivalent) in HSE, Environmental Engineering, Industrial Engineering or related discipline, available for a two‑year alternating contract starting September 2026.
- First professional experience (internship or alternance), ideally in an industrial or production environment.
- Good interpersonal and communication skills; ability to animate briefings and work with cross‑functional teams.
- Organised, autonomous, curious and proactive with a practical, solution‑oriented approach.
- Driving licence and personal vehicle due to limited public transport access to the Orphin site.
Skills
Experience
Entry-level: candidates should have at least one prior internship or alternance experience, preferably within industry or a production environment. The role is designed for a Master’s student beginning a two‑year apprenticeship in September 2026.
Education
Currently enrolled in a Master’s programme (HSE, Environmental Engineering, Industrial or equivalent) and eligible for a two‑year alternance/apprenticeship.
Workplace
This position is based in Orphin, Île-de-France, France, within easy reach of Paris. Cerulean lists 7 open roles in Orphin, including 2 posted recently. The broader Île-de-France area accounts for 3.727 active listings on Cerulean, 101 of which are new. In France as a whole, Cerulean currently features 4.275 open positions, with 127 posted this week.
Culture
Guerlain combines artisanal heritage with a contemporary drive for excellence, fostering a workplace where meticulous craftsmanship and creativity coexist with rigorous operational standards. The production environment values teamwork, continuous improvement and a commitment to sustainability and product quality.
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