Global Head of Health, Safety & Environment - Business Unit Transformers

HITACHI ENERGY ITALY S.P.A.; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading multinational energy company seeks a Global Head of Health, Safety & Environment to oversee and enhance HSE performance. The role requires extensive leadership experience and fluency in English. Key responsibilities include implementing HSE strategies, ensuring compliance, and fostering a strong safety culture across the organization. The ideal candidate will have at least 20 years of experience in multinational environments and a relevant degree. This position is based in Birmingham, UK.

Qualifications

• Minimum 20 years of progressive leadership experience in HSE.
• At least 10 years in a complex multinational industrial environment.
• Proven success in managing HSE across diverse teams and geographies.

Responsibilities

• Champion the Hitachi Energy HSE 2030 Roadmap.
• Design and execute targeted HSE programs.
• Ensure compliance with all internal and external HSE standards.
• Lead high-risk activity programs and monitor HSE performance.
• Oversee thorough investigations of critical incidents.

Skills

Global HSE Leadership

Complex Problem-Solving

Influential Communication

Inclusive Leadership

Change Management

Regulatory Expertise

Education

Degree in Engineering, Environmental Science, or related field

Job description

The Opportunity

Join our Business Unit Transformers (BU TR) at Hitachi Energy as the Global Head of Health, Safety & Environment (HSE). As a key member of both the Global BU Transformers Management Team and the global HSE leadership team, you will drive HSE performance across BU TR in close collaboration with Operations, fully aligned with the Hitachi Energy HSE Policy and 2030 Strategic Plan.

You will ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements and the Hitachi Energy HSE Management System, while fostering a proactive and engaged HSE culture based on Human Organizational Performance (HOP) and Serious Injury & Fatality (SIF) prevention.

How You’ll Make an Impact

Strategy & Culture

• Implement Global HSE Strategy : Champion the Hitachi Energy HSE 2030 Roadmap within BU TR, ensuring alignment with global priorities and promoting “One HSE Team” collaboration.
• Manage BU-Specific HSE Programs : Design and execute targeted HSE programs for BU TR activities not covered by the global framework, ensuring systematic risk management and operational excellence.
• Promote Safety Culture & HOP / SIF Prevention : Serve as an ambassador for HOP and SIF prevention, coaching teams to foster a culture of learning and continuous improvement.
• Promote Well‑being & Healthy Work Practices : Collaborate with leaders and HR to enhance employee well‑being and embed sustainable practices.

Operations & Risk Management

• Ensure Robust Risk Management : Oversee the implementation of HSE risk management activities, including Control of Work, Incident Management, Management of Change, and other system requirements. Lead high‑risk activity programs, such as Machine Safety and Lifting Operations, ensuring effective engineering controls and ongoing improvement.
• Maintain HSE Compliance : Monitor compliance with all internal and external HSE standards, ensuring timely corrective actions to minimize risk and protect people, assets, and the environment.
• Embed Assurance Framework : Lead the implementation of the 3 Lines of Defense (3LoD) model, ensuring strong governance and operational risk management.
• Achieve World‑Class HSE Performance : Monitor HSE performance using key indicators, providing actionable insights to senior leadership for strategic decision‑making.
• Incident Investigation & Root Cause Analysis : Oversee thorough investigations of critical incidents, define corrective actions, and ensure lessons learned are communicated and embedded across operations.

People Leadership & Development

• Lead and Develop a High‑Performing Global HSE Team : Drive workforce planning, training, and competency development. Ensure resources and budgets align with strategic priorities, and foster a diverse, accountable, and collaborative team culture.
• Talent Management : Develop succession plans for key roles and promote a continuous improvement mindset throughout the organization.
• Engage & Influence Across the Organization : Represent HSE in internal and external forums, foster collaboration, and share best practices to strengthen performance.

Your Background

Experience

• Degree in Engineering, Environmental Science, Occupational Health and Safety, or a related field.
• Minimum 20 years of progressive leadership experience, including at least 10 years in HSE leading a complex, multinational industrial environment (e.g., heavy industry).
• Proven success in managing HSE across diverse teams and geographies is an asset.
• Fluent in English, both written and spoken.

Key Competencies

• Global HSE Leadership : Ability to design and execute HSE strategies across diverse regions and cultures.
• Complex Problem‑Solving & Decision‑Making : Skilled in managing ambiguity and making decisions that prioritize health, safety, and environmental integrity.
• Influential Communication : Strong communication and interpersonal skills to engage stakeholders at all levels.
• Inclusive Leadership : Experience driving engagement and cultural transformation in a matrixed, international environment.
• Change Management : Courage to challenge the status quo and inspire continuous improvement.
• Regulatory Expertise : Deep understanding of international HSE regulations and compliance frameworks.
• Willingness to Travel : Ready to travel as required.

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