Site HSE Manager

External Site HSE Manager – Wind Farm Construction

Main tasks and responsibilities

Support the safe execution of the project in compliance with:

Local HSE laws and regulations

Internal company HSE processes

Project-specific HSE rules and requirements

Initiate and support HSE continuous improvement on site

Prepare, develop, and monitor the Project HSE plan and related documentation, including:

Permit to Work system

Risk assessments and method statements

Emergency response plan

Site inductions and toolbox talks

Review HSE documentation from teams and contractors (e.g., HSE plans, training certificates, equipment inspection certificates) and ensure compliance before work release

Conduct site inductions and prepare welcome packages for personnel and contractors

Participate in daily site activities:

Daily briefings and toolbox talks

Coordination meetings to highlight HSE topics and discuss corrective actions

Support implementation of Permit to Work system

Promote HSE awareness on site through safety walks, talks, and proactive engagement with teams

Conduct or support regular site inspections and audits

Ensure HSE incidents are reported, investigated, and follow-up actions are tracked

Prepare weekly and/or monthly HSE reports with key metrics such as incidents, observations, and hours worked

Work organization

Workplace: Project site (desk at site compound)

Work pattern: To be defined depending on site needs

Environment & Interactions

Work closely with:

Site Management Team (Site/Construction Manager, Installation Supervisors, Commissioning Lead)

Project Management Team

Company contractors (transport, installation, lifting, cabling, electrical, civil works)

Company QHSE organization (Country/Regional)

Maintain liaison with local authorities and emergency services as required

Key competencies

GWO certification (Working at Height, First Aid, Fire Awareness, Manual Handling)

Medical fitness for work at height

Knowledge of PPE and fall protection systems

Technical skills

Strong understanding of:

National HSE regulations

Work at height, lifting, rigging, handling, electrical and mechanical hazards

Environmental and waste management for construction projects

Familiarity with ISO 9001, ISO 45001, ISO 14001

Proficient in risk assessment, incident investigation, and reporting

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Languages

Fluent in English (oral and written) for site communication and reporting

Behavioral skills

Teamwork and communication in a multicultural environment

Proactive, hands-on approach to safety

Strong organizational and coordination abilities

Commitment to HSE continuous improvement and best practices

Education & Training

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering or related field

Recognized HSE training or certification

Additional safety courses (electrical awareness, service lift training) preferred

Work experience

3–5 years in similar HSE supervisory roles on construction sites with heavy lifting

Wind energy sector experience preferred

Equipment

To be provided by the consulting company:

Car, mobile phone

Full body harness with associated fall protection PPE

Basic PPE (helmet, high visibility jacket, safety shoes, gloves, protective glasses)

To be provided by the company:

IT equipment

Office space at site compound