Company Description
IDEADED is a Spanish deep-tech company with over 10 years of experience developing next-generation semiconductor technologies. We combine advanced research, design innovation, and process engineering to create solutions that go beyond traditional silicon and support Europe's technological sovereignty.
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Driven by scientific excellence and industrial impact, IDEADED is building a more sustainable and competitive microelectronics ecosystem.
Role Description
The HSE & Security Manager is responsible for developing, implementing, and managing all Health, Safety, Environment, Security, and Sustainability programs in a semiconductor manufacturing environment. This includes ensuring compliance with strict semiconductor industry standards, managing hazardous materials, protecting critical infrastructure, and driving sustainability initiatives aligned with corporate ESG goals. The role ensures a safe, secure, and environmentally responsible operation while fostering a strong safety and security culture across the organization.
Qualifications
- Degree in Engineering, Chemistry, Environmental Science, Safety Management, or similar.
- Experience in semiconductor manufacturing or other high hazard industries.
- Strong knowledge of hazardous chemicals, toxic gases, cleanroom operations, and industrial security.
- Familiarity with ISO 45001, ISO 14001, SEMI standards, and ESG frameworks.
- Knowledge of local and international EHS regulations and standards within the semiconductor industry.
- Proficiency in organizing and delivering Training sessions related to health, safety, and environmental practices.
- Ability to analyze risks and implement effective safety strategies.
- Excellent communication, and problem-solving skills.
Main Responsibilities
Health & Safety Management
- Develop, implement, and monitor safety programs tailored to semiconductor operations.
- Ensure compliance with relevant regulations and industry standards (ISO 45001, SEMI S2/S8, REACH,...)
- Lead hazard identification and risk assessments for fab operations (lithography, etch, deposition, CMP, wafer handling, vacuum systems).
- Oversee Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), confined space, working-at-height, and electrical safety programs.
- Ensure correct use of PPE, engineering controls, and cleanroom behaviours.
Environmental Management
- Ensure compliance with environmental regulations and standards (ISO 14001, emissions control, hazardous waste).
- Manage air emissions, VOCs, water treatment, wastewater systems, and waste disposal.
- Monitor and report environmental KPIs and compliance metrics to authorities and leadership.
- Lead environmental audits and coordinate corrective actions where needed.
Sustainability & ESG Initiatives
- Develop and implement sustainability strategies aligned with corporate ESG targets.
- Lead initiatives to reduce energy consumption, water usage, and greenhouse gas emissions (critical for fabs).
- Collaborate with facilities and engineering on green building initiatives and carbon footprint reduction.
- Engage suppliers and contractors to improve sustainability across the value chain.
Chemical & Hazardous Materials Safety
- Oversee safe management of hazardous gases (e.g., arsine, phosphine, silane), solvents, photoresists, acids, and bases.
- Ensure proper operation and compliance of gas cabinets, abatement systems, and toxic gas monitoring systems.
- Maintain SDS documentation and chemical inventory management.
- Support safe introduction of new chemicals into production.
Cleanroom Safety & Contamination Control
- Ensure HSE compliance in cleanroom operations (ISO Class 1–1000).
- Oversee gowning procedures, contamination control, and tool installation safety.
- Collaborate with process engineering on tool qualification and safety reviews.
Security Management
- Develop and oversee the physical security strategy for all facilities, including fabs, labs, warehouses, and high-security zones.
- Implement and manage access control systems, CCTV monitoring, intrusion detection, and visitor/contractor management.
- Protect critical infrastructure, IP-sensitive areas, and hazardous chemical storage zones.
- Coordinate emergency, fire safety, and security response plans with internal teams and external agencies.
- Conduct security risk assessments and audits to ensure continuous protection.
Emergency Preparedness & Crisis Response
- Develop emergency response plans for chemical spills, gas leaks, fire events, or security threats.
- Train Emergency Response Teams (ERT) in alignment with semiconductor hazards.
- Conduct drills regularly and ensure readiness of equipment such as SCBA, gas scrubbers, alarms, and evacuation systems.
Incident Reporting & Root Cause Analysis
- Lead investigations into accidents, near-misses, and security incidents.
- Apply RCA methodologies (5-Why, fishbone, CAPA).
- Track HSE and security KPIs and report trends to leadership.
Training & Safety Culture Development
- Deliver specialized training (hazardous materials, toxic gas handling, emergency response, security protocols, sustainability awareness).
- Ensure training records and compliance with audit requirements.
- Promote a proactive safety and security culture across the organization.
Management of Change (MoC)
- Oversee safety, environmental, and security assessments for new equipment, facility changes, or new processes. xsgfvud
- Ensure risks are identified and mitigated before implementation.