Site HSE Leader: HVDC Construction Safety

Hitachi, Ltd.; Rotterdam; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Hitachi Energy Netherlands is seeking a Site HSE Manager to guide health, safety and environmental activities on a busy HVDC construction site. You will set up HSE processes, coach teams, and promote a strong safety culture.

You will work with the Site Manager, the HVDC HSE team, subcontractors, and client representatives, ensuring compliance with Dutch law and company standards. This is a site-based role with occasional weekend work and a strong focus on incident prevention.

Qualifications

• Fluent in Dutch and English.
• HSE diploma MVK/HVK or equivalent.
• VOL-VCA certification.
• Experience on large construction sites with multiple contractors.
• Knowledge of Dutch Arbodesluit.
• Familiar with Safety Culture Ladder (SCL).

Responsibilities

• Set up and maintain the site HSE system and plans.
• Prepare and review risk assessments and method statements.
• Act as main HSE contact for project and site.
• Track safety indicators and report results to project team.
• Collaborate with client and subcontractor HSE teams.
• Deliver toolbox talks, briefings, and safety campaigns.
• Investigate incidents, identify root causes, and implement improvements.
• Maintain strong site presence through inspections and safety conversations.

Skills

Dutch and English fluency

Incident investigation

Safety culture advocate

Education

MVK/HVK or equivalent HSE diploma

VOL-VCA certification

Job description

Hitachi Energy Netherlands is seeking a Site HSE Manager to guide health, safety and environmental activities on a busy HVDC construction site. You will set up HSE processes, coach teams, and promote a strong safety culture.

You will work with the Site Manager, the HVDC HSE team, subcontractors, and client representatives, ensuring compliance with Dutch law and company standards. This is a site-based role with occasional weekend work and a strong focus on incident prevention.