Construction HSE Lead — Safety & Compliance

CTS Group; Narvik - Áhkánjárga; On-site; NOK 600,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

CTS Group is seeking an HSE Officer to oversee health, safety, and environmental compliance in construction projects across Norway. The ideal candidate will hold a Bachelor’s degree in HSE, possess NEBOSH IGC or ISO 45001 certification, and have 3–5 years of relevant experience. Key responsibilities include conducting site inspections, supporting risk management, and maintaining HSE records. Strong communication skills and a proactive approach to safety are essential. This is an opportunity to foster a proactive safety culture in a challenging but rewarding environment.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience in construction HSE or similar roles.
• Experience supporting incident management, audits, and behavioral safety programs.

Responsibilities

• Conduct daily site inspections and safety observations, providing feedback to the HSE Lead.
• Assist in incident investigations and track corrective actions.
• Perform safety inductions and support daily toolbox talks.
• Monitor statutory inspections and ensure all equipment and access systems are compliant.
• Support preparation for audits by authorities, clients, and ISO teams.
• Conduct behavioral safety observations and coach site teams on safe practices.
• Participate in emergency drills and review lessons learned.
• Maintain HSE documentation, photographic records, and logs.
• Provide first-level HSE guidance to supervisors and workers.
• Support contractor coaching on hazard identification and control measures.

Skills

Knowledge of Norwegian construction safety regulations and HSE laws

Strong communication and coaching skills

Proficiency in MS Office and HSE tools

Ability to perform inspections, audits, and permit validation

Familiarity with incident reporting procedures and HSE documentation

Fluency in English, written and spoken

Education

Bachelor’s degree in HSE or a related field

NEBOSH IGC, ISO 45001 Certification, or equivalent

Job description

CTS Group is seeking an HSE Officer to oversee health, safety, and environmental compliance in construction projects across Norway. The ideal candidate will hold a Bachelor’s degree in HSE, possess NEBOSH IGC or ISO 45001 certification, and have 3–5 years of relevant experience. Key responsibilities include conducting site inspections, supporting risk management, and maintaining HSE records. Strong communication skills and a proactive approach to safety are essential. This is an opportunity to foster a proactive safety culture in a challenging but rewarding environment.