Health and Safety Coordinator

Engie; Florianópolis; On-site; BRL 180,000 - 250,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development

International exposure

Work-life balance

Job summary

ENGIE Brasil Energia seeks an experienced Occupational Health and Safety Engineer to lead the protection of workers on large-scale projects in Brazil. You will develop processes, coordinate supervision teams, and ensure NR compliance and robust safety programs across construction, transmission, and decommissioning efforts.

You will also conduct audits, drive proactive safety indicators, and implement tools to prevent risks while fostering a strong safety culture among employees and contractors.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering with postgraduate specialization in Occupational Safety Engineering.
• Solid knowledge of energy isolation, Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), working at heights, lifting operations, and electrical hazards.
• Proven experience in managing occupational health and safety in large-scale projects, preferably within the energy sector.
• Advanced English, with the ability to confidently conduct meetings and host international audits.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage multidisciplinary teams, resolve conflicts, and communicate ideas clearly and objectively.
• A postgraduate degree in People Management is considered a valued asset.

Responsibilities

• Develop and coordinate health and safety processes to manage OHS performance of contractor companies during project implementation.
• Select and coordinate health and safety supervision teams for contractors, ensuring NR compliance and safety targets during construction phases.
• Coordinate or participate in occupational health and safety audits to verify compliance and reduce risks.
• Propose and lead programs aimed at improving proactive safety indicators and reducing accident frequency and severity.
• Develop and implement OHS management tools to prevent workplace risks and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Coordinate awareness campaigns and training on accident prevention during project execution.
• Contribute to planning of new projects by defining contractual clauses and guidelines for contractor responsibility.
• Review projects from an occupational safety perspective and participate in inspections when required.

Skills

Energy isolation

LOTO (Lockout/Tagout)

Working at heights

Lifting operations

Electrical hazards

Leadership

Multidisciplinary teams

English - Advanced

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering with postgraduate specialization in Occupational Safety Engineering

Job description

At ENGIE Brasil Energia, we believe that the energy transition is only possible when people are safe to build it. Every generation and transmission project we deliver starts with a strong culture of prevention and care.

In this role, you will lead the protection of the people who make energy happen. Your work will have a direct impact on the lives of both employees and contractors involved in large-scale projects across Brazil.

Your Responsibilities

• Develop and coordinate health and safety processes with the purpose of managing Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) performance of contractor companies during project implementation.
• Select and coordinate health and safety supervision teams responsible for overseeing and managing contractor companies involved in project execution, ensuring compliance with Regulatory Standards (NRs), contractual HSE guidelines, and health and safety targets established for the construction phase of power generation, transmission, and decommissioning projects.
• Coordinate or participate in Occupational Health and Safety audits at projects under implementation to verify compliance with legal and contractual requirements, identify opportunities to eliminate significant risks, and ensure employee engagement with HSE guidelines.
• Propose and lead programs aimed at achieving performance targets, with emphasis on proactive indicators and actions focused on reducing accident frequency and severity rates, while strengthening a preventive culture among employees and contractors.
• Develop health and safety processes, procedures, and work instructions applicable to projects under implementation, in accordance with national standards, engineering best practices, and internal guidelines. Participate in root cause analysis, maintain incident and accident records and statistics, support preventive initiatives, document lessons learned, and contribute to the management and dissemination of strategically relevant knowledge throughout the Corporation.
• Develop and implement OHS management tools to prevent workplace risks, safeguarding the health and integrity of Company employees and contractor personnel involved in project implementation, while ensuring compliance and monitoring programs required by current legislation.
• Coordinate the implementation of corporate health and safety instruments, including communication channels, ensuring that policies and requirements are clearly communicated, effective, and accessible to all employees and contractors. Also coordinate or monitor awareness and educational campaigns focused on accident prevention during project execution.
• Coordinate, within the project implementation scope, the development of complementary health and safety programs focused on proactive indicators to engage employees and contractors in reducing accident frequency and severity rates, while reinforcing a preventive culture.
• Contribute to project planning and take responsibility for implementing or monitoring integrated safety management systems, tracking performance indicators and non-conformities.
• Coordinate technical guidance regarding compliance with Regulatory Standards (NRs) and the Company's codes of conduct applicable to project implementation activities.
• Review projects from an occupational safety perspective and participate in factory inspections when required.
• Evaluate the performance of contractor companies, as well as organizations recommended as subcontractors, regarding occupational health and safety policies, standards, and performance indicators, recommending the disqualification of those that fail to meet minimum required standards.
• Participate in the planning of new projects by proposing contractual clauses that support control of contractor activities, developing applicable guidelines, and contributing to the definition of responsibilities and obligations of each party. Ensure contractors are contractually committed to complying with the Company's policies, principles, commitments, and health and safety requirements.
• Participate in the preparation of terms of reference, technical specifications, and scope documents, as well as the evaluation of submitted proposals, contributing to supplier selection processes.
• Comply with and ensure compliance with internal and external Occupational Health and Safety and Environmental Management requirements applicable to the business, while supporting the implementation and maintenance of certification standards adopted by the Company.

Requirements and Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, with postgraduate specialization in Occupational Safety Engineering.
• Solid knowledge of energy isolation, Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), working at heights, lifting operations, and electrical hazards.
• Proven experience in managing occupational health and safety in large-scale projects, preferably within the energy sector.
• Advanced English, with the ability to confidently conduct meetings and host international audits.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage multidisciplinary teams, resolve conflicts, and communicate ideas clearly and objectively.
• Ability to propose and monitor proactive safety indicators and continuous improvement programs.
• A postgraduate degree in People Management is considered a valued asset.

What We Offer

• A career with a global leader in the energy transition, working on challenging projects with significant social impact.
• Diverse assignments across power generation, transmission, and decommissioning projects throughout Brazil.
• A collaborative work environment with engaged teams and a culture that values safety as a strategic priority.
• Real opportunities for professional development, including training programs, internal development initiatives, and international exposure.
• Flexibility and work-life balance within an organization that genuinely cares about its people.

Our Commitment

At ENGIE, every talent has a role to play in accelerating the energy transition. Make a difference and enjoy a rewarding professional experience. Take on inspiring challenges and build a career path that reflects who you are. Join us and be part of the adventure of the century.

ENGIE is committed to equal opportunity. All applications are considered without regard to origin, gender, age, sexual orientation, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law. We encourage people from all backgrounds to apply.

If you require accommodations at any stage of the recruitment process, please contact our recruitment team. We are here to ensure you can fully demonstrate your potential.

Company Name: ENGIE Brasil

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