HSE Site Supervisor

Metlen Plc; Augsburg; On-site; EUR 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive remuneration package

Group Health Insurance Plan

Job summary

METLEN Energy & Metals is seeking an experienced HSE Site Supervisor to oversee safety, health, and environmental activities on large-scale renewables projects in Germany. The role involves implementing HSE plans, ensuring compliance with German regulations, and promoting a strong safety culture on site.

You will work closely with project leaders and subcontractors, conduct inspections, lead risk assessments, and deliver site inductions and safety trainings.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Health & Safety or related field.
• 4+ years in an HSE role on construction/energy projects.
• Experience with Solar PV / energy infrastructure desirable.
• German regulatory knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Support HSE Plan and IMS implementation.
• Monitor compliance with German HSE laws and procedures.
• Conduct regular site inspections and observations.
• Review RAMS and control measures.
• Assist with incident investigations and corrective actions.
• Deliver inductions and safety briefings on site.

Skills

Fluent German

English communication

HSE knowledge

Site supervision

Risk Assessment

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Health & Safety or related

Tools

MS Office

Job description

At METLEN Energy & Metals, we are catalysts for a sustainable future, positioned at the forefront of the energy transition while being a reference point for competitive green metallurgy at both the European and global levels. We are a global industrial and energy company operating across two highly interconnected and complementary sectors: Energy and Metals. With a consolidated turnover of €5,683 million and an EBITDA of €1,080 million, along with a workforce of over 7,627 dedicated individuals, we drive success through cutting‑edge technology and diverse talent.

We are committed to embracing new state‑of‑the‑art technologies and advancements, propelling us towards a cleaner, brighter tomorrow. Our positive footprint extends across five continents, creating a lasting impact. At METLEN, we foster a culture of resilience, challenge, respect, excellence, andchange, empowering our diverse workforce to achieve remarkable outcomes.

We are currently looking for a HSE Site Supervisor to join our Renewables team in one of our projects in Berlin.

This is an exciting opportunity to oversee Health, Safety, and Environmental activities on large‑scale Solar PV and Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) projects, ensuring compliance with German HSE legislation and company standards while promoting a strong safety culture on site. Working closely with the HSE Country Manager, Project Manager, Site Engineers, and subcontractors, you will support the implementation of HSE management systems, monitor site compliance, conduct inspections, support incident investigations, and ensure that construction activities are carried out safely and in accordance with company standards, client requirements, and project objectives.

Your role will encompass:

• Support the implementation of the project HSE Plan, Integrated Management System (IMS), and project‑specific HSE requirements
• Monitor compliance with applicable German Health, Safety and Environmental legislation, company procedures, and client requirements
• Conduct regular HSE inspections, site walks, behavioural safety observations, and compliance checks
• Review subcontractor Risk Assessments and Method Statements (RAMS) and monitor the implementation of agreed control measures
• Support the preparation and maintenance of project Risk Assessments and HSE documentation
• Identify unsafe conditions and behaviours and ensure appropriate corrective actions are implemented
• Support the investigation of accidents, incidents, near misses, and environmental events, including follow‑up of corrective actions
• Deliver site inductions, toolbox talks, HSE briefings, and safety awareness sessions
• Monitor compliance with site emergency procedures, fire safety arrangements, welfare facilities, signage, and emergency equipment
• Monitor environmental controls, waste management, hazardous substance storage, and pollution prevention measures
• Support subcontractor HSE monitoring and ensure compliance with project HSE requirements
• Maintain HSE inspection records, action trackers, and other site documentation
• Prepare regular HSE reports and provide updates to the HSE Country Manager and Project Manager
• Participate in project and coordination meetings and provide HSE support and advice to site teams
• Promote a positive and proactive HSE culture across the workforce
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and the implementation of HSE best practices on site

What you bring to the role:

• Bachelor's Degree in Health & Safety, Occupational Safety, Environmental Management, Engineering, or a related discipline
• 4+ years of experience in an HSE role within construction, civil engineering, infrastructure, utilities, EPC, or renewable energy projects
• Previous experience on Solar PV, BESS, substations, or other energy infrastructure projects is highly desirable
• Good knowledge of German occupational health and safety legislation and relevant DGUV requirements
• Experience working on live construction sites and monitoring subcontractor HSE performance
• Good knowledge of Risk Assessments, Method Statements, Safe Systems of Work, and Permit‑to‑Work systems
• Experience conducting site inspections, safety observations, audits, and compliance checks
• Experience supporting accident and incident investigations is desirable
• Valid First Aid qualification is desirable
• Knowledge of ISO 45001 and/or ISO 14001 is desirable
• Additional qualifications in fire safety, environmental management, or risk assessment are desirable
• Good communication, organisational, and problem‑solving skills
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office
• Fluent German and good English
• Valid EU driving licence and willingness to travel to project sites across Germany

Your Benefits:

• Competitive remuneration package
• Group Health Insurance Plan

Share the Same Value Based Behaviours:

• People & Personal Growth
• Results Orientation & Safety Excellence
• Collaboration & Trust
• Empathy & Effective Communication
• Flexibility & Adaptability

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We are committed to Equal Employment Opportunity regardless of race, colour, national origin, ethnicity, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or religion.