Global Fire & Explosion Safety Program Leader

Hitachi Energy; Córdoba; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Hitachi Energy is seeking a Global Fire and Explosion Safety Specialist to join as Program Lead. You will lead and manage the Fire and Explosion Safety Program across our global facilities, ensuring compliance with EN (EU) regulations, SEVESO and ATEX standards, and other industry requirements.

You will travel 10–20% globally, develop cross-functional strategies, conduct risk assessments, provide training, and coordinate with Real Estate projects to ensure safety compliance across projects in

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial, Electrical, Mechanical, or Process Engineering with a specialization in Fire and Explosion safety.
• 8+ years of experience in relevant functions.
• Knowledge of EN (EU) Fire and Explosion Regulations, SEVESO, ATEX, British Standards, API, and NFPA.
• Experience in defining and conducting Fire and Explosion safety inspections and audits.
• Willingness to travel globally (10-20%).
• Fluency in English.

Responsibilities

• Lead the BU Fire and Explosion Safety Program, including related processes and technical guidance.
• Assess and safeguard Fire and Explosion prevention systems on BU TR facilities, tools, and equipment.
• Develop and implement cross-functional strategies for Fire and Explosion safety measures and standards.
• Conduct risk assessments and implement risk mitigation strategies for Fire and Explosion safety.
• Provide training and develop technical competencies in Fire and Explosion safety at local sites.
• Define requirements for Fire and Explosion safety during purchasing, installation, commissioning, and maintenance.
• Coordinate with internal Real Estate projects to ensure compliance with legal and internal safety requirements.
• Investigate Fire and Explosion incidents, determine root causes, and prepare corrective and preventive action plans.

Skills

Fire safety

Risk assessment

Audits

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Industrial, Electrical, Mechanical, or Process Engineering

Job description

Hitachi Energy is seeking a Global Fire and Explosion Safety Specialist to join as Program Lead. You will lead and manage the Fire and Explosion Safety Program across our global facilities, ensuring compliance with EN (EU) regulations, SEVESO and ATEX standards, and other industry requirements.

You will travel 10–20% globally, develop cross-functional strategies, conduct risk assessments, provide training, and coordinate with Real Estate projects to ensure safety compliance across projects in