Environmental, Health & Safety Specialist DACH (m/f/x)

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About Us: We are brand builders who focus our passion and creativity to build Calvin Klein and TOMMY HILFIGER into the most desirable lifestyle brands in the world and at the same time position PVH as one of the best-performing brand groups in our sector. Guided by our values and enabled by our scale and global reach, we are driving fashion forward for good, as one team with one vision and one plan. That’s the Power of Us, that’s the Power of PVH+. One of PVH’s greatest strengths is our people. Our collective desire is to create a workplace environment where every individual is valued, and every voice is heard, and we are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse community of associates with a strong sense of belonging. Learn more about Inclusion & Diversity at PVH here . PVH is one of the most successful fashion and lifestyle companies in the world. Our brand portfolio includes the iconic brands CALVIN KLEIN and TOMMY HILFIGER, with more than 30.000 employees operating in over 40 countries. PVH stands for development and innovation like no other company with the ongoing digitalization and integration of all channels. One of PVH's greatest strengths is our people and our shared desire to create an inclusive work environment where every individual is valued, and every voice is heard. Together, we are committed to a more diverse and fair fashion industry to drive sustainable change both at PVH and in our industry. The head office for the DACH and EEC markets, covering 13 countries with more than 2.700 employees, is in Düsseldorf and is the main location of around 500 employees. As an Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) Specialist , you will be responsible for the maintenance and compliance of all Calvin Klein and Tommy Hilfiger O&O stores across the DACH region. You will organize and manage administrative and commercial processes related to technical maintenance, servicing, and facility operations. This includes handling damages and insurance claims, monitoring maintenance and repair work, and coordinating activities with external service providers, landlords, and internal stakeholders, with a growing focus on sustainability and energy efficiency. A day in the life of an Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) Specialist: Ensure EHS compliance across all retail stores and offices in the DACH region Conduct regular store visits, audits, and risk assessments across sales floors, stockrooms, and back-of-house areas Partner closely with Store Managers and Retail Operations to implement and maintain EHS standards in daily store operations Support stores during peak trading periods, openings, refurbishments, and visual merchandising changes from a safety perspective Investigate incidents (e.g. customer or employee accidents) and ensure timely follow-up and corrective actions Provide hands-on EHS guidance and training tailored to retail teams Coordinate maintenance, repairs, and safety-related topics with Facilities, landlords, and external service providers Monitor fire safety, emergency procedures, and safe use of equipment in stores Ensure accurate documentation and compliance with local regulations and internal policies Support sustainability initiatives in stores, including waste management and energy efficiency Collaborate with key stakeholders, including internal teams (Store Development, Expansion, Area Management, Store & Outlet Management, Procurement, Finance, Retail Operations, Sustainability) and external partners (service providers, contractors, suppliers, landlords, center managers) Drive a proactive safety culture aligned with fast-paced retail environments What do we need from you? You have: A degree or vocational training in Occupational Health & Safety, Facility Management, Business Administration or a related field 2–4 years of experience in a similar role within facility management, technical services, or EHS; retail or multi-site experience is a plus A hands-on, proactive mindset with strong organizational and coordination skills The ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, retail-driven environment Strong communication skills and confidence in working with diverse stakeholders A structured and detail-oriented approach to documentation and reporting A collaborative team spirit combined with the ability to work independently Business fluent English and German (written and spoken) Solid knowledge of EHS, facility management, or technical operations Familiarity with retail safety standards and compliance requirements Knowledge of ISO standards (e.g. ISO 14001, ISO 50001) is an advantage Proficiency in MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) Willingness to travel and a valid driving license What you can expect from us: A smart working model (hybrid), including flex office solutions, a work from anywhere concept and meeting-free Fridays Lead Yourself. Lead Together. Lead the Way. Our PVH Leadership Behaviors empower everyone to lead — whether a team, a project or through individual expertise A strong culture of development with extensive training and learning opportunities via our PVH University A wide range of employee benefits, including employee discounts, mobility offers, internal sports classes and other initiatives Our employees come together from all areas of life and all corners of the world. Inclusion and diversity are a key pillar of our corporate culture. We know that diversity makes us stronger. Regardless of your origin, nationality, faith, disability, age, marital status, partnership status, sexual orientation, or gender you are welcome here. PVH Corp. or its subsidiary ("PVH") is an equal opportunity employer and considers all applicants for employment on the basis of their individual capabilities and qualifications without regard to race, ethnicity, color, sex, gender identity or expression, age, religion, national origin, citizenship status, sexual orientation, genetic information, physical or mental disability, military status or any other characteristic protected under federal, state or local law. In addition to complying with all applicable laws, PVH is also committed to ensuring that all current and future PVH associates are compensated solely on job-related factors such as skill, ability, educational background, work quality, experience and potential.