Safety Engineer: Automated Port Expansion

HHLA International; Trieste/Trst; On-site; EUR 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

HHLA PLT Italy S.r.l. in Trieste is seeking a Safety Engineer to design a new automated terminal and ensure compliance with European Machinery Directive. You will develop safety standards and perform risk assessments for equipment in our expansion project.

The role requires strong teamwork across Operations, Asset, Equipment, IT & Automation, and Procurement, with a focus on safety integration throughout the lifecycle of the port automation project.

Qualifications

• Degree in Engineering or equivalent.
• 3+ years of experience in machinery safety and conformity design.
• Knowledge of functional safety, CE conformity processes, and risk assessment methods.
• Experience in industrial environments such as port/logistics is preferred.
• English is essential; Italian and German are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Define a concept for ensuring machinery safety in a complex environment where efficiency and safety go hand in hand.
• Work with regulatory bodies and external stakeholders to establish a compliant terminal infrastructure over the entire life cycle.
• Conduct risk assessments and safety audits for automated port operations.
• Efficiently coordinate safety related topics between internal departments of Logistica Giuliana and HHLA such as Operations, Asset, Equipment, IT & Automation, Procurement.
• Anticipate potential challenges within the area of expertise and mitigate those risks.

Skills

English Proficiency

German language

Education

Engineering Degree

Job description

HHLA PLT Italy S.r.l. in Trieste is seeking a Safety Engineer to design a new automated terminal and ensure compliance with European Machinery Directive. You will develop safety standards and perform risk assessments for equipment in our expansion project.

The role requires strong teamwork across Operations, Asset, Equipment, IT & Automation, and Procurement, with a focus on safety integration throughout the lifecycle of the port automation project.