Guerlain HSE & Facilities Manager

About Guerlain

Guerlain is a storied French maison specialising in perfumery and cosmetics, renowned for craftsmanship, refinement and heritage. The brand operates boutiques and corporate sites and is part of the LVMH group, benefitting from the resources and global footprint of the luxury conglomerate while preserving an artisanal, product-led identity.

Role & Responsibilities

• Own and maintain the company’s Document Unique d’Évaluation des Risques Professionnels (DUERP) and PAPRIPACT for headquarters and each boutique; monitor corrective actions through defined KPIs.
• Ensure regulatory compliance for Santé et Sécurité au Travail (SST) and ERP/ERT building standards; coordinate periodic inspections and remediate reserves with technical teams.
• Lead incident analysis for accidents and near-misses, propose and implement corrective action plans, and run prevention programmes.
• Develop and deliver mandatory safety training (first-aid, first-response teams) and organise annual evacuation exercises in coordination with HR and occupational health services.
• Define and enforce corporate security policy to prevent theft, intrusion and antisocial behaviour in boutiques; supervise electronic security systems (CCTV, access control, intruder alarms).
• Manage security contracts and monitoring providers (guarding, remote surveillance): run tenders, control planning, and perform quality assurance.
• Respond to alarm activations and crisis situations (including on-call duties when required); liaise with law enforcement and the Group Security Director.
• Oversee multi‑site technical maintenance (HVAC/CVC, electrical, plumbing, finishing works) by managing multi‑technical service providers and ensuring preventive and corrective maintenance delivery.
• Plan and track statutory technical verifications and follow up with control agencies; define maintenance KPIs and review provider performance in steering committees.
• Contribute to the maintenance and security budget: validate quotes, monitor spend and optimise costs.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree (Bac+4/5) in HSE, Safety Management, Engineering or equivalent.
• Minimum 10 years’ experience in a comparable HSE/maintenance role; prior experience in the luxury retail or boutique environment strongly preferred.
• Proven track record in contract management and oversight of facility management providers.
• Thorough knowledge of French SST legislation and ERP regulatory requirements.
• Solid technical understanding of building systems (fire safety, electrical, HVAC/CVC).
• Experience with incident investigation, emergency response and crisis management.
• Strong leadership, authoritative decision‑making and the ability to enforce rules with pedagogy; excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

Skills

Experience

At least 10 years in health & safety and facilities management, with demonstrated responsibility for multi‑site operations and contractor oversight; luxury retail experience is highly desirable.

Education

Master’s degree (Bac+4/5) in HSE, Safety Management, Engineering or equivalent.

Workplace

Culture

Guerlain combines a deep artisanal heritage with the professional rigour of an international luxury house. The workplace emphasizes meticulous standards, cross‑functional collaboration and respect for craftsmanship while operating within the governance and resources of the LVMH group.

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