HSE Specialist & Work Safety (f/m/x)

Energy Vault; Berlin; Hybrid; EUR 60.000 - 90.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A leading company in the renewable energy sector is seeking an HSE Specialist & Work Safety to ensure adherence to health and safety regulations throughout project lifecycles in Germany. The ideal candidate will collaborate with various teams, support safety compliance, and develop tools for improved operational safety. This role offers a permanent contract and opportunities for professional development within a growing international team.

Leistungen

Permanent contract

Attractive remuneration

Training and team events

30 days holidays

Remote work possibilities

Qualifikationen

• Several years of supervisory experience in occupational health & safety within construction environments.
• Business fluency in German and English.

Aufgaben

• Ensure compliance with all applicable occupational health & safety, social, and environmental regulations.
• Conduct site HSE inspections to maintain high safety standards.
• Develop Site HSE Management Plans to ensure a safe environment.

Kenntnisse

Analytical mindset

Excellent communication skills

Team player

Attention to detail

Microsoft Office proficiency

Ausbildung

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

Management-level occupational health & safety certification

Management-level environmental certification

Fire marshal certification

First aid certification

Jobbeschreibung

Location

Germany - remote, Berlin, Hamburg, Cologne

Mission

The earth needs to get back to zero. At Zelestra, we make your decarbonization a reality! By working hard and working smart. We do all we can to meet our clients’ goals and get results that matter.

Zelestra is a purpose driven global multi-technology company, we provide value across the entire chain to enhance competitiveness and mitigate execution risk in large-scale renewable energy projects with a robust project portfolio and vertical integration to deliver renewable solutions efficiently.

Our beliefs are the cornerstone of our culture and guide our actions every day: We work tirelessly to do things right, we take ownership of everything we do, we push ourselves and our clients further, we get results that matter, we work together to achieve great things.

Your Role

As the HSE Specialist & Work Safety (f/m/x) you will be responsible for ensuring adherence to occupational health & safety, social, and environmental regulations and standards throughout our project lifecycle in Germany. You will work closely with the COO of the German business unit, Construction Project Managers, and the global HSE & ESG team to promote a safe and sustainable working environment.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with all applicable occupational health & safety, social, and environmental regulations across Zelestra’s German projects.
• Collaborate with the COO, Construction Project Managers, and the corporate HSE & ESG department on all HSE and ESG topics.
• Conduct site HSE inspections as required to maintain high safety standards.
• Record, monitor, and report on construction HSE metrics and KPIs.
• Develop, maintain, and improve operational HSE tools, templates, and plans in collaboration with the global HSE team.
• Support the identification and engagement of local HSE consultants.
• Stay updated on relevant German occupational health & safety, social, and environmental regulations; adapt corporate standards accordingly.
• Assist in coaching, mentoring, and implementing HSE programs on-site.
• Develop Site HSE Management Plans to ensure a safe environment for employees, contractors, visitors, and the community.
• Establish a best-in-class HSSE management system aligned with Zelestra’s standards and local requirements.
• Maintain a network of local HSSE advisors and allocate necessary resources for project execution.
• Ensure all project team members receive required training, certifications, and PPE.
• Provide guidance to site managers, supervisors, foremen, and safety advisors.
• Ensure prompt reporting of incidents/accidents to internal/external stakeholders.
• Support incident investigations to identify root causes and implement corrective actions.
• Follow up on incident resolution and corrective measures.
• Coordinate regular meetings with project teams to review safety issues, trends, and upcoming risks or events.
• Act as an escalation point for HSE concerns.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in a related field
• Management-level occupational health & safety certification (e.g., NEBOSH International General Certificate)
• Management-level environmental certification (e.g., NEBOSH Environmental Management Certificate) is preferred
• Social certification such as SA8000 Introduction & Basic Auditor Training is a plus
• Fire marshal and first aid certifications required
• Several years of supervisory experience in occupational health & safety within construction environments
• Several years of managerial experience in occupational health & safety
• Knowledge of electrical installations and renewable energy projects; solar sector knowledge is beneficial
• Experience with implementing management systems
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel skills essential)
• Business fluency in German and English
• Analytical mindset with excellent communication skills
• Willingness to travel up to 50% to project sites
• Flexible attitude with attention to detail; positive team player capable of supporting colleagues effectively

What we offer

• Permanent contract.
• Working towards a common goal with passionate colleagues.
• Development perspective and opportunity to assume responsibilities that have a direct impact on the business, as well as the chance to gain practical experience across various aspects of the company.
• A sense of fulfilment as you embrace new challenges, grow, learn, and evolve.
• Enjoying the best of both worlds: the resources and experience of an international company with 20 years of history and the opportunities of a small but fast-growing team in our German business unit.
• Attractive remuneration with a performance-based bonus.
• Training, team events and 30 days holidays.
• Possibility to work remotely and still have the opportunity to meet at least once a month with all your colleagues from different departments.
  
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