About this opportunity:
Lead and elevate OHS performance across Field Service Operations in CU Latam South to ensure safe, compliant delivery by Ericsson teams and service partners. Reports to the Head of MACS NTW Regional Director CU Latam South.
What you'll do
- Govern the local OHS program aligned to Group OHS Policy/Directive, EGMS, and ISO 45001; drive continuous improvement.
- Ensure site safety for high-risk activities (working at heights, electrical, lifting, access); lead ORAs, field audits, and close findings.
- Execute inspection cadence: general FSO personnel ≥2x/year; tower climbers ≥1x/quarter; track compliance and escalate non-conformities.
- Manage incidents end-to-end via global tools (e.g., GIRT): timely reporting, root-cause analysis, trend monitoring, corrective actions, and severe-case escalation.
- Secure mandatory OHS training and role-based competence (e.g., Lifesaving Rules, Safe Driving) for employees and suppliers.
- Drive supplier/contractor OHS compliance, onboarding/qualification, controls, and consequence management with Sourcing and governance boards.
- Set targets/KPIs, report performance/risks, brief customers on OHS responsibilities, and enable forums for participation.
- Leverage AI/automation to streamline processes and decisions; foster collaboration across commercial, pre-sales, Sourcing, Optimize, S&R, VM, and PMO.
- Champion Ethics, Compliance, and Integrity; promote diversity and inclusive practices.
You will bring
- Proven leadership in audits/inspections, incident investigation (RCA), risk assessment, and action plan closure.
- ISO 45001 implementation experience; alignment with corporate OHS policies/directives.
- Fluency in Portuguese and English; strong senior stakeholder communication and influence. Spanish a plus.
- In-depth knowledge of Global/MA EHS & Sourcing processes; financial acumen; data-driven decision-making.
- Effective subcontractor (ASP/SP) management; plus: PM, Service Delivery, or Vendor Management experience.
- Strategy development/execution; leadership in matrixed, multicultural, geographically dispersed environments.
- Experience in Network Rollout (RAN & Transmission) and crisis management/business continuity.
- Track record in culture transformation and efficiency via automation and simplified customer engagement.
- Strong presentation, collaboration (incl. employee representatives), and prioritization skills; H&S legal/process expertise.
- Experience in field operations OHS for telecom/network infrastructure (installation, maintenance, rollout), including working-at-height controls and contractor management.
- Experience in leadership roles.
Join MACS Networks at the forefront of 5G to deliver safe, reliable network services across a dynamic, diverse market.
Why join Ericsson?At Ericsson, you'll have an outstanding opportunity. The chance to use your skills and imagination to push the boundaries of what's possible. To build solutions never seen before to some of the world's toughest problems. You'll be challenged, but you won't be alone. You'll be joining a team of diverse innovators, all driven to go beyond the status quo to craft what comes next.
What happens once you apply? Click Here to find all you need to know about what our typical hiring process looks like.Encouraging a diverse and inclusive organization is core to our values at Ericsson, that's why we champion it in everything we do. We truly believe that by collaborating with people with different experiences we drive innovation, which is essential for our future growth. We encourage people from all backgrounds to apply and realize their full potential as part of our Ericsson team. Ericsson is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. learn more.
Primary country and city: Brazil (BR) || Sao Paulo
Req ID: 781463
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Ericsson Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Healthcare Strength — Healthcare coverage includes employer‑verified medical, dental, and vision plans, along with HSAs/FSAs and EAP/mental‑health support. Wellbeing initiatives are highlighted as part of Life at Ericsson.
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Retirement Support — Retirement programs include a 401(k) with company matching that is employer‑verified, with mentions of match levels varying by time and team and pension support in some regions. This is frequently cited as a solid pillar of the package.
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Parental & Family Support — Paid parental leave is described as competitive in many U.S. postings, with examples up to 16 weeks maternity and 6 weeks parental/adoption at 100% pay. Family‑friendly policies and return‑to‑work support are also called out.
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