HSE Site Specialist

Hitachi Energy; Madrid; Presencial; EUR 45.000 - 60.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Hitachi Energy seeks an HSE Site Specialist to implement and maintain health, safety, and environmental programs at project sites in Spain, ensuring compliance with local regulations, ISO 45001/14001, and client requirements. The role focuses on preventing incidents and reducing environmental impact.

You will lead HSE initiatives on construction and electrical projects, guide the project team, coordinate with subcontractors, and participate in audits and management reviews.

Formación

• Degree in Engineering, Environmental Science, Occupational Health & Safety, or related field.
• Master’s Degree in Occupational Risk Prevention with accredited qualifications in all three mandatory specialities (Safety, Hygiene, Ergonomics/Psychosocial).
• Qualification officially recognized in Spain for Occupational Risk Prevention functions.
• Exposure to Environmental Management and Environmental Legislation is a plus.
• Minimum of 3–5 years as an HSE Technician on construction sites or electrical projects.

Responsabilidades

• Develop, implement, and monitor HSE programs and procedures for construction projects, ensuring compliance with legal requirements, ISO 45001 and ISO 14001, and corporate policies.
• Provide HSE guidance, support, and technical advice to the project team, promoting a strong safety culture.
• Coordinate HSE activities with subcontractors, client representatives, and project management.
• Identify hazards and risks and implement preventive and corrective measures.
• Monitor high-risk activities and ensure compliance with safety protocols.
• Promote lessons learned and continuous improvement in HSE practices.
• Assist audits, inspections, and management reviews and support corrective actions.
• Monitor HSE performance indicators and prepare regular reports.

Conocimientos

Bilingual Spanish & English

HSE knowledge

Travel readiness

Educación

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Environmental Science/HSE

Master’s in Occupational Risk Prevention

Accredited in Occupational Safety, Industrial Hygiene, Ergonomics & Psychosocial Risk Prevention

Descripción del empleo

The opportunity

The HSE Site Specialist is responsible for implementing and maintaining health, safety, and environmental (HSE) programs at project sites, ensuring compliance with company policies, local regulations, and client requirements. This role focuses on preventing incidents, promoting a safe working culture, and minimizing environmental impact.

How You’ll Make An Impact

• Develop, implement, and monitor HSE programs and procedures for construction projects, ensuring compliance with applicable legal requirements, ISO 45001 and ISO 14001 standards, and corporate policies.
• Provide HSE guidance, support, and technical advice to the project team, particularly to operational personnel, promoting a strong safety culture throughout the project.
• Coordinate HSE activities with subcontractors, client representatives, and project management.
• Identify hazards and risks associated with project activities and ensure the implementation of effective preventive and corrective measures.
• Monitor and supervise high-risk activities, including electrical works, work at height, lifting operations, and other critical tasks.
• Promote the identification, sharing, and implementation of lessons learned and best practices to support continuous improvement.
• Ensure compliance with client HSE requirements, contractual obligations, and applicable standards.
• Participate in audits, inspections, and management reviews, supporting the implementation of corrective and improvement actions.
• Monitor HSE performance indicators and prepare regular reports for project teams.

Your Background

• Degree in Engineering, Environmental Science, Occupational Health & Safety, or a related field.
• Certified Occupational Health and Safety Professional holding a Master’s Degree in Occupational Risk Prevention, with accredited qualifications in all three mandatory specialities:
  • Occupational Safety
  • Industrial Hygiene
  • Ergonomics and Psychosocial Risk Prevention
• The qualification must be officially recognized and valid for the performance of Occupational Risk Prevention functions in Spain.
• Additional training or qualifications in Environmental Management and Environmental Legislation will be considered an advantage.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience as an Occupational Health & Safety (HSE) Technician on construction sites and/or electrical installation projects.
• Strong knowledge of occupational health and safety principles, risk prevention methodologies, and applicable Spanish legislation, particularly Royal Decree 1627/1997 on construction sites and Royal Decree 614/2001 on the protection of workers against electrical risks.
• Demonstrated experience and sound technical knowledge in activities involving electrical hazards and high-risk electrical work.
• Good understanding of occupational health, safety, and environmental management systems, including ISO 45001 and ISO 14001 standards will be considered an advantage.
• Fluent in Spanish and English
• Willingness to travel and work on project sites as required. This is a site-based role with regular presence at construction projects.

More About Us

We offer you the opportunity to work with fantastic people and develop yourself on projects that present great technical challenges and have a real impact.

Publication date : 2026-09-09