Port Automation Safety Engineer - Expansion Project

Hhla Plt; Trieste/Trst; Hybrid; EUR 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

HHLA PLT Italy S.r.l. is expanding its automated terminal in Trieste and seeks a Safety Engineer to drive machinery safety and CE conformity across the project.

You will perform risk assessments, implement essential safety features, and collaborate with Operations, Asset, IT & Automation, and Procurement to ensure regulator-compliant, efficient terminal operations within a complex logistics environment.

Qualifications

• Good English; Italian and German are a plus.
• 3+ years experience in machinery safety and conformity design.
• Degree in Engineering or equivalent experience.
• Experience in industrial, automated, logistics, manufacturing, intralogistics, port, or heavy infrastructure environments.
• Understanding of Port Terminals (highly preferred).
• Knowledge of functional safety principles, machinery risk assessment methodologies, and CE conformity processes.
• Experience in multidisciplinary engineering or EPC projects is a strong advantage.
• Ability to work collaboratively and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Excellent project management skills.
• Willing to relocate to Trieste on short notice.

Responsibilities

• Define a concept for machinery safety in a complex environment prioritizing safety and efficiency.
• Work with regulatory bodies and external stakeholders to establish compliant terminal infrastructure.
• Conduct risk assessments and safety audits for automated port operations.
• Coordinate safety topics across internal departments (Operations, Asset, Equipment, IT & Automation, Procurement).
• Mitigate safety risks and address potential challenges within the area of expertise.

Skills

Machinery safety

Risk assessment

Functional safety

CE conformity

Project management

Team collaboration

English

Relocation willingness

Education

Engineering degree

Job description

HHLA PLT Italy S.r.l. is expanding its automated terminal in Trieste and seeks a Safety Engineer to drive machinery safety and CE conformity across the project.

You will perform risk assessments, implement essential safety features, and collaborate with Operations, Asset, IT & Automation, and Procurement to ensure regulator-compliant, efficient terminal operations within a complex logistics environment.