Senior HSSE Manager EPC and O&M

Senior HSSE Manager EPC and O&M

Company Description

Established in 2002, ib vogt GmbH is specialized in the development, design and engineering, financing, EPC and operation of solar power and provides turnkey solar power plant solutions to investors internationally. As a manufacturer‑independent integrated developer, the company focuses on tailor‑made solar power plant solutions that maximize lifecycle performance and returns. Since 2009, ib vogt has commissioned plants with a capacity of almost 2 GW. We employ over 840 specialists in all areas of the solar power plant value chain in over 40 countries. The company operates internationally from offices in Spain, Germany, Italy, Netherlands, France, Poland, USA, Australia, United Kingdom, Panama, India and Southeast Asia.

Job Description

Senior HSSE (Health, Safety, Social and Environmental) EPC and O&M Manager will be responsible for the implementation and monitoring of HSSE programs and systems across ib vogt’s EPC and O&M business. The role provides leadership and coordination for the overall EPC and O&M HSSE management as well as for assigned projects in accordance with local HSE and ib vogt´s HSSE standards.

Your Job

• Supporting compliance with applicable Health, Safety, social, and environmental regulations and standards.
• Office based work in Berlin, and remote working in Germany.
• Developing, implementing, and managing HSSE programs.
• Managing HSSE consultants and advisors across projects in the EU, the UK, and other regions.
• Coordinating with the EPC and O&M management team, site management and project management teams, stakeholders, and the corporate ESG department.
• Performing site HSSE audits/inspections as required.
• International travel up to 30% of time.
• Recording, analysing, and reporting on HSSE metrics.
• Preparing and maintaining operational HSSE tools, templates, plans, etc., in coordination with the Head of EPC and O&M HSSE and the EPC and O&M management team.
• Assessing, managing contractors and subcontractors for HSSE qualification and compliance.
• Identifying local occupational health & safety, social, and environmental regulations and standards in countries with ib vogt EPC and O&M activities.
• Managing incident investigations and root cause analysis, ensuring corrective actions are followed up and completed.
• Assessing emergency preparedness at project sites.
• Managing PPE and supporting improvement as required.
• Ensuring that HSSE training programmes are in place.
• Acting as the point of escalation for local EPC and O&M HSSE issues.
• Coordinating the Occupational Risk Prevention Plan with activities in the photovoltaic plants during the EPC and O&M phases.
• Promoting and managing proposals for improvement in health, safety, and the environment.
• Reviewing work procedures and contracts, identifying needs, and creating and expanding HSSE processes.
• Managing and ensuring preventive activities in the EPC and O&M phase as far as reasonably practicable.
• Directly supporting the development of globally relevant HSSE software, documentation, and standards.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years’ experience in Health & Safety & Environmental roles.
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in Health & Safety Management/Leadership roles within construction and/or energy/utility projects. Experience in Germany, UK, Spain, Italy or the Netherlands is a plus.
• Knowledge of international construction HSE best practices.
• Technical background in electrical installations or construction preferred.
• Proficiency in teamwork, teambuilding, and conflict management.
• Strong planning and organisational skills.
• Business proficiency in English (written and spoken) with very good communication skills. German or another language is a plus.

Required Training

• Professional degree in Health/Safety/Environment or a technical degree relevant to energy and/or construction and O&M industries.
• NEBOSH construction safety qualification or International General Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety and/or SIFA/FASI/SiGeKo qualification.
• ISO certifications such as ISO 14001 and ISO 45001.

Additional Information

• Possibility to work flexibly.
• A truly international working environment with colleagues from all over the world.
• An open‑minded, friendly and highly motivated team.
• Interesting and challenging tasks in a growing future‑oriented industry.
• Very good opportunities for professional and personal development.
• Competitive remuneration and other benefits as per local markets.

At ib vogt, we are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and respectful workplace where everyone can thrive. We believe that embracing diverse perspectives drives innovation and helps us better serve the global communities we operate in. As an equal‑opportunity employer, we provide employment opportunities without regard to age, ethnicity, religion or belief, gender identity, sex, sexual orientation, disability, pregnancy or maternity, marriage and civil partnership, or any other protected status. We strive to create an accessible recruitment process for all candidates and are happy to discuss reasonable accommodations to support your application. As a global company, we acknowledge that accessibility provisions may vary by location depending on local infrastructure and legal requirements. If you have a disability or require any adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know – we will do our best to support you.

Seniority level: Director

Employment type: Full‑time

Job function: Management and Manufacturing

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