Safety Specialist

Global Wind Service; Kingston upon Hull; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join Global Wind Service as a Safety Specialist, focusing on health and safety initiatives across international offshore wind projects. You will drive safety performance through compliance, training, and proactive engagement, ensuring a culture of safety and continuous improvement in the renewable energy sector.

Benefits

Flexible hours and hybrid work opportunities

Tools and equipment provided

International exposure with career growth opportunities

Qualifications

• 10+ years of HSEQ experience ideally in wind energy or related fields.
• Certified in safety systems and auditing standards.
• Fluent in English with excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct internal audits and ensure compliance with safety systems.
• Develop and deliver safety training programs across projects.
• Lead incident investigations and promote behavior-based safety.

Skills

Incident Investigation

Analytical Skills

Stakeholder Engagement

Self-driven

Education

Master’s degree or equivalent in relevant safety field

NEBOSH/IOSH certification

Job description

Join Global Wind Service – Powering a Safer Future in Wind Energy

At Global Wind Service (GWS), we are a leading global provider of manpower for wind turbine installation and servicing. With over 1,700 professionals across 13 countries, we’re dedicated to delivering top-tier wind projects through safety, precision, and collaboration.

We’re now looking for a Safety Specialist to help us raise the bar on safety performance across international offshore wind projects and support the broader HSEQ team with a proactive, hands-on approach.

About the role

As Safety Specialist, you'll drive health and safety initiatives across global project sites, while ensuring compliance, supporting training programs, and leading safety campaigns that empower our teams in the field.

Your key responsibilities:

• Conduct internal audits and ensure compliance with ISO 45001 andSafe System of Work (SSoW)
• Identify and mitigate risks across projects and operations
• Develop and deliver safety training programs and HSE campaigns
• Lead and report on incident investigations
• Promote behavior-based safety and continuous improvement
• Conduct site visits to support HSE culture and campaign implementation
• Collaborate with Project and Site Managers on safety performance
• Support safety content development for operational teams
• Provide expert input for GWS’s overall health and safety development strategy

You’re experienced, insightful, and committed to building a safety-first culture in an international setting. You thrive in high-responsibility roles and bring both strategic vision and practical execution to health and safety management

• 10+ years of HSEQ experience (ideally in wind, oil & gas, manufacturing, or construction)
• Master’s degree or equivalent in a relevant safety field
• Certified in NEBOSH/IOSH, internal auditing (ISO 9001, ISO 14001 & ISO 45001), GWO BST & BTT
• Strong incident investigation and analytical skills
• Fluent in English, with excellent communication and stakeholder engagement
• Self-driven, fact-based, with strong ownership and teamwork mindset
• Fully software literate and able to manage workload autonomously
• Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel globally

What we offer

• A dynamic role in the fast-paced, impactful renewable energy sector
• Full-time employment with competitive salary and benefits
• Flexible hours and hybrid work opportunities
• Tools and equipment provided (laptop, phone, etc.)
• International exposure with real career growth opportunities
• Inclusive and informal workplace culture focused on safety, quality, and results

Same Chance For Everyone

At GWS, we believe in equal opportunities. We celebrate diversity and provide equal access to all applicants, regardless of race, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, or background.

Ready to apply? Please send us your CV, including relevant experience, licenses, and qualifications. We look forward to hearing from you!