Global HSE Execution Lead

Vestas; Denmark; Remote; DKK 1,100,000 - 1,750,000; Full time

Job summary

Vestas is seeking an experienced HSE Execution Lead to drive consistent health, safety and environmental standards across our worldwide manufacturing footprint. You will embed HSE management systems, coach site leaders, and ensure compliance while delivering operational excellence.

Based in Denmark with the option to be located at other European sites, the role requires travel around 50% of the year and demands strong data-driven decision making, governance, and cross-functional collaboration to

Qualifications

• Solid experience in operational risk management within a manufacturing environment.
• Experience managing QHSE transformation and continuous improvement across multiple sites.
• Practical experience with incident investigation and root cause analysis methodologies, such as TapRoot.
• Solid knowledge of integrated management systems (such as: ISO 45001, ISO 9001, and ISO 14001)
• Experience applying data-driven problem-solving methodologies, such as Six Sigma, combined with leadership experience in a global organisation
• Willingness to travel 50% of time throughout the year, with experience leading managers and geographically dispersed teams considered beneficial
• Effective communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to work with and engage people at all levels of the organisation
• Structured and data-driven approach to decision‑making, with a focus on execution and measurable results
• Solid governance mindset, ensuring high standards of compliance, consistency, and operational excellence
• Ability to balance attention to detail with a clear focus on business priorities and outcomes
• Highly collaborative, with the ability to create trusted connections across teams worldwide
• Demonstrated ability to guide transformation and support continuous improvement across a complex global organization

Responsibilities

• Oversee HSE performance management across manufacturing locations, making sure key safety and compliance goals are met
• Oversee HSE assurance activities, identifying gaps and ensuring effective mitigation plans are implemented
• Deliver monthly, quarterly, and annual HSE performance reporting and management reviews
• Plan and oversee internal HSE audit programmes, ensuring consistent execution across factories
• Conduct HSE audits and support sites in enhancing local audit processes and controls
• Review and support incident investigations, supporting root cause analysis, learning, and preventive actions

Skills

Risk management

QHSE transformation

Incident investigation

Root cause analysis

ISO 45001

ISO 9001

ISO 14001

Six Sigma

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Job description

Vestas is seeking an experienced HSE Execution Lead to drive consistent health, safety and environmental standards across our worldwide manufacturing footprint. You will embed HSE management systems, coach site leaders, and ensure compliance while delivering operational excellence.

Based in Denmark with the option to be located at other European sites, the role requires travel around 50% of the year and demands strong data-driven decision making, governance, and cross-functional collaboration to