Site HSE Manager

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

The opportunity

At Hitachi Energy, you will help ensure the safe delivery of one of the largest HVDC projects in the Netherlands. As a Site HSE Manager, you guide all Health, Safety, and Environmental activities on a busy construction site. You support safe work practices, coach teams, and help create a strong safety culture.

This role places you in the center of a high‑profile project that supports the energy transition. You work closely with the Site Manager, the global HVDC HSE team, subcontractors, and client representatives. You will set up HSE processes, improve site practices, and ensure all activities follow Dutch law and company standards.

You will develop your leadership skills through direct engagement with workers, supervisors, and project teams. You will help solve real site challenges, guide incident investigations, and influence safe behaviors every day. This is a site‑based position, Monday to Friday, with occasional weekend work.

How you’ll make an impact

• You set up and improve the site HSE system and plans.
• You prepare and review safety documents like risk assessments and method statements.
• You act as the main HSE contact for the project and the site.
• You track safety indicators and report results to the project team.
• You work with client and subcontractor HSE teams to align activities.
• You plan and deliver toolbox talks, briefings, and safety campaigns.
• You investigate incidents, find root causes, and propose improvements.
• You maintain strong site presence through inspections and safety conversations.

Your background

• You speak Dutch and English fluently.
• You hold an HSE diploma such as MVK, HVK, or another recognized qualification.
• You hold a VOL‑VCA certification.
• You have experience on large construction sites with multiple contractors.
• You know Dutch legislation including the Arbobesluit.
• You understand the Safety Culture Ladder (SCL) and apply it on site.

More about us

Our employee benefit programs are tailored to each country and depend on job grade and experience. For this role, we offer a competitive package that supports your financial, physical, and mental wellbeing. More information will be shared during the recruitment process.

If you have questions about this role or the benefits, please contact your Talent Partner.