About the role
Safety engineers work with occupational health and safety within various industries to prevent accidents and injuries. They often have an engineering education with a focus on occupational health or another relevant higher education. Their role is to combine technical knowledge with an understanding of occupational safety legislation and safety standards.Responsibilities
Safety engineers are responsible for developing and implementing safety procedures and policies. They conduct risk assessments, train staff in safety issues, and ensure that laws and regulations are complied with. They also work on investigating workplace accidents and suggesting improvements to avoid future incidents.Skills and tools
Safety engineers need good knowledge in risk management, legislation around occupational health and safety, and safety engineering. They use tools for risk assessment, safety data sheets, and educational materials. Communication skills, analytical thinking, and the ability to lead safety work are central skills. Common competencies demanded by employers are strålskydd, utvecklingsarbete and elkraftteknik.