Lyten is leading an industrial revolution through Lyten 3D Graphene™, a breakthrough supermaterial unlocking a new generation of products — from lithium–sulfur batteries and energy storage systems to concrete admixtures, lightweight composites, and next-generation sensors that are revolutionizing industries. Together, these innovations are making a massive global improvement and driving real-world impact across energy, mobility, construction, and defense.
At Lyten, we believe the most meaningful careers begin with purpose — and with people who want to make a difference. We’re not just developing advanced supermaterials — we’re about to change the world as we know it, reshaping how energy is stored, how products are built, and how progress is made.
We’re entering an exciting growth phase, scaling production across the U.S. and Europe and expanding our team of engineers, scientists, and innovators.
Apply now to join our team and be part of something bigger than yourself — where collaboration, creativity, and purpose come together to build the technologies that will define the next century.
Lyten Poland is looking for a versatile and hands-onEnvironmental, Health & SafetyManager. In this role, you will be the foundational pillar
of our EHS culture. As safetyleaderyoumove beyond 'compliance-on-paper' to build a living safety culture where every team member feels empowered to stop work, report risks, and take personal ownership of their environment.
Key Responsibilities
Map the current state of the facility from an EHS perspective,identifygaps, and build comprehensive processmapfrom scratch.
Create, implement, and enforceoptimaloperational EHS policies, procedures, and documentation tailored to a start-up reality, ensuring its scalability with company growth.
Oversee overall Health & Safety operations, and take full ownership of the site's environmental compliance, building a robustEHSmanagement strategy.
Build EHS organisation with World Class Manufacturing mindset fostering best-in class EHS industry standards
Establish a robust EHS performance framework by defining and tracking departmental and site-wide goals,objectivesand targets
Proactively seek out and implement industry best practices by benchmarking with other leading manufacturing sites and battery sector peers to accelerate our path to excellence.
Actively import and adapt proven solutions from the wider industrial community, ensuring our EHS systems are not built in a vacuum but are informed by "world-class" standards.
Drive the EHS agenda through Visual Management (clear signage, safety dashboards, floor marking) and integrate safety standards directly into the 5S workplace organization system.
Perform risk assessments for all HSE fields on the site, including emergency mode, non-prescribed/unplanned work such as contractor works, unplanned maintenance, deviation tovalidatedprocess, and each deviation is captured in database with an updated mitigation plan to cover deviation lead time
Investigate incidents and accidents todetermineroot causes and implement corrective/preventive actions.
Work closely with PMO & ME delivering early EHS involvement to ensure that all initiatives, programs & projects incorporate EHS input from the very start(Upstream EHS)
Lead orparticipatein technical risk assessments for new and existing production lines using HAZOP (Hazard and Operability Study) or FMEA (Failure Mode and Effects Analysis) toidentifyand mitigate process-related risks.
Ensure full compliance with all relevant EU and country-specific environmental laws, regulations, and reporting obligations.
Act as the main point of contact for local environmental authorities and regulatory bodies.
Take full ownership of fire safety systems and protocols. Design and implement site-specific fire prevention strategies, focusing on early detection and suppression systems (e.g., specialized systems for battery storage and production).
Move beyond traditional auditing to act as a mentor and coach on the shop floor. Focus on 'Safety II' principles—learning from what goes right, not just investigating what goes wrong.
Implement programs that encourage proactive participation and dialogue, ensuring safety is integrated into the dailyoperational PDCA.
Oversee internal systems to ensure data accuracy and integrity (e.g., time tracking, scheduling, business travel).
Design andfacilitateinteractive workshops and safety circles that empower operators to co-create safety standards, ensuring buy-in and genuine commitment across all levels of the organization.
Build, train, and lead the internal Fire & Emergency Teams. Ensure regular, high-quality evacuation drills and emergency scenarios that specifically address chemical and thermal risks.
Develop and enforce "Life-Saving Rules" and critical safety standards
Planning, assigning,budgetingandmonitoringthe implementation of all corrective or preventive improvement actions in thetechnical field following to internal/ external audits,inspectionsand exchange of best practices
Work closely with all department heads toensure all relevant company policies & procedures incorporate EHS factor
Monitor incidents and accidents on the site and implementsystemsto prevent following
Transforming safety from a set of rules into a shared organizational value.
Fostering an environment of Psychological Safety, where employees feel rewarded foridentifyingrisks and suggesting improvements.
Implementing Visual Management and transparent feedback loops that make safety status and goals intuitive and accessible to everyone on the floor.
Develop and deliver mandatory and non-mandatory training programs to foster a culture of safety and environmental accountability.
Define, plan, and execute the EHS department budget.
Buildaneffective collaboration across all internal departments,, industry collaborators and external partners
Communicateproactivelyinternally (operators, managers, employee representatives) and externally (authorities, inspectors, neighbours, other companies, etc.) on HSE issues
Communication with local authorities, contractors and employees regarding EHS information
Reporting compliance obligations to all relevant bodies
Be a role model, develop self-awareness, practice sustainable leadership, and foster growth mindset.
Requirements
University degree in Health & Safety, Environmental Engineering, or a related technical field
5+years in a manufacturing environment (experience in battery, chemical, automotive, or FMCGsectors is a distinct advantage)
Previousexperience in the battery manufacturing sector, including knowledge of specific industry norms and best practices, as well as battery specific hazards, is a huge advantage
Certified Senior H&S Specialist (according to local regulations)
Practical experience in implementing or auditing ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 standards, ideally certified as an internal auditor (highly preferred)
Greenfield or Start-Up experience,and comfortable working hands-on to buildEHS frameworksfrom scratch(as advantage)
Strongenvironmentalexpertise, with deep understanding of environmental regulations, permitting, and reporting in manufacturing.
Exceptional communication and leadership skills; ability to influence culture at all levels of the organization.
Ability to manage budgets, external contractors, and complex legal compliance projects independently.
Specific skills
Strong practical knowledge of fire safety regulations and technical standards (e.g., NFPA or local equivalents).
Fluent English (C1/C2) and Polish (C1/C2)
Practical experience in applying World Class Manufacturing standards (ie. PDCA,HAZOP, FMEA, 5S, Visual Management, RCA, or SWOT)
Familiarity withISO 14001andISO 45001
Experience in working withIATF 16949, practical knowledge ofEU Battery Regulation 2023/1542, andexpertisein ATEX are a significant advantage.
Personal success factors
Highly organized and result-driven
Has a can-do attitude and entrepreneurial spirit
Passionate & purpose driven
Ability to work under high pressure and tight deadlines, excellent time management
Ability to work well with others in a team environment, as well as independently
Ability to work in a high profile and often high-pressured international environment
Qualities that we cherish are flexibility, sense of quality, friendliness, motivation to take on new challenges,gritand a sense of humor
Safety first mindset
Capability to work independently, able to take initiative, prioritize tasks, and resolve problemsin a timely manner
Proven ability to shift an organization from a 'compliance' mindset to a proactive 'care' culture.
Why Work at Lyten
At Lyten, you’ll be part of a team that’s redefining what’s possible in energy, materials, and manufacturing. We’re not just imagining the future — we’re building it today with breakthrough technologies that are changing how products are made and how industries innovate.
Our people are the heart of that mission. From world-class scientists and engineers to creative problem-solvers in operations, manufacturing, and commercialization, every member of the Lyten team plays a role in turning bold ideas into real-world impact. We believe that the best work happens when you’re doing great things in the world — with people you like. Collaboration, curiosity, and a shared sense of purpose drive everything we do.
What You’ll Find at Lyten
A mission that matters: Contribute directly to solving complex challenges in energy, mobility, and materials innovation.
Cutting-edge innovation: Work on technologies at the intersection of materials science, energy storage, and advanced manufacturing that strengthen energy security and local supply chains.
Extraordinary people: Join a team of talented, friendly, and down-to-earth innovators who support, challenge, and inspire one another every day.
Teamwork and culture: Experience a workplace built on trust, respect, and shared success — where collaboration fuels breakthroughs and everyone’s ideas are heard.
Global impact: Help scale new materials and energy solutions that reinforce industrial resilience across the U.S. and Europe.
Career growth: Be part of a fast-moving company entering a commercial growth phase, with opportunities to lead, learn, and make your mark.
Purpose-driven values: Thrive in an environment that celebrates ingenuity, optimism, and meaningful progress — together.
Lyten offers the opportunity to do the most important work of your career — helping build the technologies that will power the next century of innovation.
Join us, and help transform industries, communities, and the planet with friends who share your drive to make a difference.