EHS Specialist, Battery Storage and Grid Projects

Tesla Germany GmbH; Berlin; On-site; EUR 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Tesla Germany GmbH is seeking an EHS Specialist to support large-scale battery storage and grid projects in Germany and across EMEA. The role focuses on safety throughout design, installation, and energization.

You will lead RAMS, EHS plans, and field observations, train staff, conduct incident investigations, and ensure compliance with CDM/EU-OSHA directives. English and German fluency required with up to 30% travel.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or diploma in EHS, Engineering, Construction Management, or related field.
• NEBOSH or IOSH or equivalent certifications preferred.
• Hands-on experience in construction, EPC, or energy operations.
• Proficiency with MS Office 365.

Responsibilities

• Support EHS execution across design, construction, and commissioning phases.
• Identify, elevate, and mitigate EHS risks and compliance issues.
• Provide EHS support for design, installation, commissioning, and maintenance across EMEA.
• Conduct training, inspections, event learnings, and emergency preparedness initiatives.
• Respond to EHS events with root-cause analysis and preventive actions.
• Support RAMS and pre-construction compliance with EMEA regulations.
• Contribute to contractor management and EHS alignment using Tesla's system.

Skills

RAMS development

EHS management

Site setups

Stakeholder collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in EHS/Engineering/Construction Management

NEBOSH/IOSH certifications

Tools

MS Office 365

Job description

EHS Specialist, Battery Storage and Grid Projects

Arbeitsort

Berlin

What to Expect

Tesla Energy is deploying commercial battery storage at a scale and speed no one else is matching — and we need an EHS Specialist to help us do it safely across EMEA. You'll work directly on some of the largest energy infrastructure projects in Europe, from design through energization, shaping how we protect people while building a future of amazing abundance. The ideal candidate is self‑motivated, thrives in both independent and collaborative work, and brings strong organizational, communication, and detail‑oriented skills to a fast‑paced environment. You'll have direct exposure to Tesla's global EHS leadership and a clear path to grow as our EMEA energy footprint expands. This position is based in Germany, requires regional travel (up to 30%) with occasional international trips, and demands fluency in English and German.

What You’ll Do

• Serve as a key member of the EHS team, supporting Energy leadership, project/construction managers, front‑line staff, and contractors with a proactive, can‑do mindset to enable effective EHS execution.
• Identify, elevate, and support mitigation of EHS risks and compliance issues across all phases of operations through proactive field observations, assurance activities, and stakeholder collaboration.
• Provide EHS support for compliance and risk management in the design, installation, commissioning, and maintenance of commercial energy infrastructure across EMEA.
• Conduct training sessions, inspections, event learnings, and emergency preparedness initiatives to influence daily operations and drive EHS improvements aligned with Tesla's vision for sustainable energy.
• Respond to EHS events by supporting root cause analysis, developing preventative actions, and promoting Human & Organizational Performance principles in collaboration with management and teams.
• Support contractual EHS deliverables and pre‑construction compliance with EMEA regulations (e.g., CDM 2015, EU‑OSHA Directives), including developing Risk Assessment and Method Statements (RAMS).
• Contribute to contractor management within EMEA, including onboarding, performance monitoring, and EHS alignment using Tesla's workforce management system.

What You’ll Bring

• Hands‑on experience in construction, EPC, or energy operations, including developing RAMS, EHS Management Plans, and site setups.
• Knowledge of European EHS regulations (e.g., CDM 2015, EU Directives) and familiarity with global standards (e.g., ISO 45001).
• Fluency in English required; proficiency in French, Dutch, or German highly desirable to support multinational collaboration.
• Strong interpersonal and problem‑solving skills, with the ability to work independently in a fast‑paced environment using a 'first‑principles' approach.
• Bachelor's degree or diploma in EHS, Engineering, Construction Management, or related field; NEBOSH, IOSH, or equivalent certifications preferred.
• Proficiency in MS Office 365 Suite; strong documentation and reporting skills.
• Experience in renewable energy, battery storage, or grid‑scale infrastructure a plus.

Tesla is an Equal Opportunity / affirmative action employer committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.

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