HSE Specialist

hitachi; Vaasa; On-site; EUR 55,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

HITACHI ENERGY FINLAND OY in Vaasa, Finland, seeks an experienced HSE Specialist to join the Nordic OU HSE Team. You will support Finnish projects, drive HSE tasks through the project life cycle, and ensure the highest standards of health, safety and environmental performance are documented, monitored and improved.

You will collaborate with project teams, customers and subcontractors to ensure compliance with legal and contractual HSE requirements, develop project HSE plans, and contribute to

Qualifications

• Previous experience of HSE tasks in projects.
• Professional HSE certification is seen as a plus.
• Knowledge of ISO 45001 and ISO 14001 certifications.
• Strong organizational and communication skills with the ability to operate within global teams.
• Self-driven and persistent attitude towards challenges; capable of working independently or in a team.
• Excellent written and spoken communication skills in English and Finnish; Swedish a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing and maintaining the HSE documentation and plans for Nordic projects.
• Ensure activities comply with legal, contractual, and internal HSE requirements.
• Prepare the Project HSE Plan and related HSE documents such as Emergency Preparedness and Response Plans.
• Produce reports for project reviews and supporting subcontractor HSE documentation.
• Support continuous improvement of HSE systems and practices across projects in Finland, Sweden and Denmark.
• Collaborate with project management, customers and contractors to ensure safety is prioritized.

Skills

HSE experience

Documentation

Organizational skills

Communication skills

English proficiency

Finnish language

Team collaboration

Education

Professional HSE certification

Job description

Location:

Vaasa, Ostrobothnia, Finland

Job ID:

R0132529

Date Posted:

2026-08-14

Company Name:

HITACHI ENERGY FINLAND OY

Profession (Job Category):

Legal, Compliance & Audit

Job Schedule:

Full time

Remote:

No

Job Description:

At Grid & Power Quality Solutions and Service business at Hitachi Energy in Europe (HBUEU), Inclusion drives our culture of innovation and collaboration. Our leading technology and strong market position enable us to achieve growth targets in the energy transition acrosscurrent and growing market segments such as data centers, hydrogen and e-mobility.

Join OurTeam!

We are looking for a HSE Specialist to join our HSE Team in Vaasa, Finland. In this role, you will support our Finnish projects in the Nordic Operation Unit (OU) and focus on the HSE tasks in the HSE department and throughout the project’s life cycle. You will be ensuring that the highest standards of health, safety and environmental performance are documented, monitored and maintained. You will also be driving continuous improvement in all areas of HSE.

The Nordic OU HSE Team is a network of experienced health, safety and environmental professionals supporting the delivery of complex construction, energy and industrial projects across Finland,Swedenand Denmark.We support highly skilled site teams in delivering world‑class projects through professionalism,qualityand operational excellence, creating environments where safety is the natural outcome of doing the job right. Working closely with project management,customersand contractors, we provideexpertiseand practical support throughout the project lifecycle. Our focus is on enabling disciplined planning, effective riskmanagementand high-quality execution that protects people,enhancesperformanceand strengthens project outcomes.

Our strength lies in our people. We bring together talented professionals with experience from the energy sector, industrialconstructionand major infrastructure projects. We valueexpertise,integrityand a willingness to take initiative. We are a team that shares knowledge openly, learns from eachotherand works together to solve challenges in demanding project environments. We welcome individuals from diverse professional backgrounds who are motivated by continuous development and a desire to make a meaningful impact.

We believe that excellence comes from combining technical competence with personal accountability. We encourage constructivechallenge, transparent communication and the confidence to speak up when improvements can be made. Bymaintaininghigh professional standards and supporting one another, we help project teams achieve results while protecting people, theenvironmentand the long‑term success of our projects.

We challenge established practices and continuously look for better ways to manage risk, support projectteamsand improve performance. Through innovation,digitalizationand intelligent use of technology, we advance how decisions are made and how projects are executed. We do not simply adapt to change; we actively shape the future of HSE by turningnew ideasinto practical solutions that enable safer,smarterand more efficient project delivery.

If you are motivated by complex projects, enjoy working with skilled professionals and want to help shape the future of HSE in the energy and construction industries, you will fit right in with our team.

How you’ll make an impact

• Implement and work with continuous improvement of Hitachi Energy operating unit management system and local requirements in Finland for the operating unit of the Nordic OU.
• Prepare and update HSE documentation in accordance with the internal process. Submit all preliminary HSE plans to the customer in accordance with the tender submission dates.
• Attend clarification meetings and workshops with the customer (both in person and remotely).
• Prepare the Project HSE Plan as well as other HSE-related documentation such as the Emergency Preparedness and Response Plan.
• Ensure activities under the scope of Hitachi Energy are in compliance with legal and contractual HSE requirements as well as internal HSE requirements.
• Produce reports for Project Reviews, both internal and customer, and attend the Project Review meetings to ensure the Hitachi Energy HSE Operating System remains suitable, adequate, and effective.
• Review HSE documentation from all Hitachi Energy subcontractors and support subcontractors to meet internal and Project HSE requirements.

Your background

• Previous experience of HSE tasks in projects
• Professional HSE certification is seen as a plus
• Knowledge of ISO 45001 and ISO 14001 certifications
• Strong organizational and communication skills with the ability to operate within global teams
• Self-driven and persistent attitude towards challenges. You work actively and professionally both independently and as a part of a team.
• Excellent written and spoken communication skills in English and Finnish. Swedish is seen as a plus.

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Background Screening and Security Checks

As part of the hiring process, Hitachi Energy conducts pre-employment background checks that may include verification of employment history, education, criminal records, and other relevant information, in accordance with applicable laws.

For certain roles—particularly those involving access to sensitive information, financial responsibilities, client data, regulated environments, or security-sensitive functions—additional or more comprehensive background or security screenings may be required. These may include, but are not limited to, enhanced criminal history checks, credit history reviews (where legally permissible), sanctions screening, or other due diligence measures aligned with the responsibilities of the position.

The scope and depth of any background or security review will be determined based on the nature of the role and business necessity, and will always be conducted in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Candidates will be notified and, where required, asked to provide consent prior to the initiation of any such checks.