Alvotech is a fully integrated specialty biopharmaceutical company dedicated exclusively to the development and manufacturing of high-quality biosimilar medicines. Our mission is to improve lives worldwide by increasing access to affordable biologic treatments.
The Environment, Health & Safety (EHS) department plays a vital role in creating and maintaining a safe, healthy, and compliant workplace across Alvotech’s operations. Partnering closely with employees, managers, contractors, and external stakeholders, the team drives a proactive safety culture, ensures regulatory compliance, and supports continuous improvement initiatives throughout the organization.
Alvotech is seeking an EHS Specialist to support our manufacturing operations in Reykjavik, Iceland. This is an exciting opportunity for biotechnology, scientific, or health and safety professionals who are passionate about workplace safety and eager to contribute to a growing global biopharmaceutical company.
In this role, you will support the implementation, maintenance, and continuous enhancement of EHS programs within a dynamic manufacturing environment. Working alongside a dedicated EHS team, you will provide expert guidance on safety standards and best practices, contribute to compliance initiatives, and help strengthen a culture where health, safety, and operational excellence are at the forefront of everything we do.
- Support the management of EHS programs, training activities, and the facilitation of EHS risk assessments.
- Provide guidance to Alvotech employees, contractors, vendors, and visitors on EHS standards, expectations, and company guidelines within manufacturing areas.
- Advise teams on EHS requirements and best practices in manufacturing environments.
- Lead and participate in internal audits, inspections, and compliance activities.
- Contribute to the implementation of industry best practices and continuous improvement initiatives.
- University degree in Biotechnology, Chemistry, Engineering, or a related scientific discipline.
- Degree-level education, preferably in a scientific, technical, or engineering field.
- At least 1 year of experience in a Health & Safety role within a regulated industry.
- Understanding of biotechnology manufacturing processes, including relevant methods, techniques, and equipment.
- Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
- Proactive mindset with sound judgment and decision-making abilities.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently, solve problems effectively, and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Candidates without direct EHS experience are encouraged to apply if they possess a relevant educational background, laboratory safety experience, and a strong interest in building a career within EHS.
- The opportunity to work alongside talented colleagues on meaningful projects that improve patients’ lives.
- A chance to be part of a global, innovative, and rapidly growing biopharmaceutical company.
- An international and inclusive culture that values diversity, collaboration, and respect.
- A positive, flexible, and forward-thinking work environment.
- Ongoing opportunities for personal development and internal career growth.
- Company social events, celebrations, and team-building activities.
- Excellent on-site canteen and coffee house facilities.
- Exercise and wellbeing support for full-time employees.
- On-site shower facilities.
- Transportation grant supporting eco-friendly commuting options for full-time employees.
- Home internet support for full-time employees.
Why Alvotech?
At Alvotech, we are passionate about improving lives by increasing access to affordable biologic medicines. As a purpose-driven organization, we foster an inclusive environment where curiosity, innovation, and simplicity are valued. We empower our employees to take ownership of their careers, embrace meaningful challenges, and thrive in a fast-moving and collaborative setting.
True to our Icelandic roots, we are committed to integrity, fairness, gender equality, and respect for diverse perspectives. We believe that bringing together talented individuals from different backgrounds enables us to deliver exceptional results for our partners and patients around the world.
Join us in shaping a healthier future and creating greater access to life-changing biologic medicines worldwide.
Skills Required
- University degree in Biotechnology, Chemistry, Engineering, or a related scientific discipline
- Degree-level education in a scientific, technical, or engineering field (preferred)
- At least 1 year of experience in a Health & Safety role within a regulated industry
- Understanding of biotechnology manufacturing processes, methods, techniques, and equipment
- Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
- Proactive mindset with sound judgment and decision-making abilities
- Ability to work independently, solve problems effectively, and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Laboratory safety experience (encouraged for candidates without direct EHS experience)
What We Do
Alvotech is a global biotechnology company focused exclusively on developing and manufacturing biosimilar medicines. Its mission is to improve patients’ lives by expanding access to affordable biologic treatments worldwide. The company operates as a fully integrated specialty biopharmaceutical business, pursuing high-quality biosimilars and building treatment options that can make important biologic therapies more accessible to patients through its research, development, and production capabilities.
