Operational HSE Specialist

Muehlhan Wind Service; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 55,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) with company match

Job summary

Muehlhan Wind Service is seeking an Operational HSE Specialist to implement, monitor, and improve HSEQ practices across projects. The role ensures regulatory and client compliance while leading inspections, audits, and training to promote a strong safety culture and reduce risk across wind energy operations.

The successful candidate will develop RAMS, participate in incident investigations, and drive preventive actions.

Qualifications

• Experience in HSEQ performance management and risk assessment.
• Knowledge of HSE regulations and ISO standards.
• Experience in incident investigation methodologies.
• Ability to collaborate and support team activities.
• Strong communication, adaptability, analytical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Understanding of business and project lifecycle processes.

Responsibilities

• Develop and validate RAMS, permits, and risk assessments.
• Conduct site inspections and compliance checks.
• Record, investigate, and analyse occupational and environmental incidents.
• Support HSEQ training programs and behavioral-based safety initiatives.
• Monitor PPE and CPE maintenance and compliance.
• Ensure operational and environmental compliance.
• Implement corrective and preventive actions from audits and inspections.
• Support emergency preparedness, rescue setups, and safety drills.

Skills

HSEQ performance management

Risk assessment

Incident investigation

Collaboration

Communication

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

Project lifecycle

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Join Us in Powering the Future of Renewable Energy

Are you passionate about green energy and looking to be part of a dynamic, fast-growing international organization?

At Muehlhan Wind Service, we are driven by a shared ambition to support the global energy transition. Through the expertise, dedication, and commitment of our people, we deliver high-quality solutions that contribute to lowering the cost of green energy worldwide.

If you are looking for an opportunity to make a real impact, work alongside talented professionals, and grow your career in a thriving and purpose-driven environment, Muehlhan Wind Service could be the place for you.

About the role

The Operational HSE Specialist is responsible for implementing, monitoring, and improving HSEQ practices across projects or business units. This role ensures compliance with legislation, client requirements, and internal standards while leading inspections, audits, and training initiatives.

The Specialist actively contributes to risk identification, incident investigations, and preventive measures, supporting both occupational safety and environmental management objectives. By providing technical guidance, this role promotes a strong safety culture, ensures operational compliance, and drives proactive initiatives to reduce risks and enhance overall HSEQ performance.

Key responsibilities

The role covers several key areas, including but not limited to the following:

• Develop and validate RAMS, permits, and risk assessments
• Conduct site inspections and compliance checks
• Record, investigate, and analyse occupational and environmental incidents
• Support HSEQ training programs and behavioral-based safety initiatives
• Monitor PPE and CPE maintenance and compliance
• Ensure operational and environmental compliance
• Implement corrective and preventive actions from audits and inspections
• Support emergency preparedness, rescue setups, and safety drills

Minimum Requirements

• High school diploma or GED
• Two (2) or more years of experience in workplace safety, construction, manufacturing or related field.
• Ability to travel domestically up to 50% of the time.
• Must have a valid driver's license with a clean motor vehicle record (MVR)
• Ability to work both indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions and in confined spaces.
• Ability to work safely at heights exceeding 100 feet.
• Visual ability sufficient to perform job duties, including depth perception, peripheral vision, and color recognition.
• Ability to climb wind turbine towers while carrying tools and equipment.
• Ability to lift, carry, and move equipment, parts, and tools weighing up to 50 pounds or more.
• Ability to perform physically demanding tasks, including climbing, bending, reaching, and standing for extended periods.

Skills, Knowledge and Experience

The ideal candidate will demonstrate:

• Experience of HSEQ performance management and risk assessment
• Knowledge of HSE regulations and ISO standards
• Experience of incident investigation methodologies
• Experience of collaboration and supporting team activities
• Strong communication, adaptability, analytical thinking, and problem-solving skills
• Understanding of business and project lifecycle processes

What we offer

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• 401(k) with company match

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Muehlhan Wind Service (MWS) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

All employment decisions at Muehlhan Wind Service (MWS) are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

Accommodation Requests

Muehlhan Wind Service (MWS) is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at [e-mail] or 469-528-1092.

About Muehlhan Wind Service

Muehlhan Wind Service (MWS) is a world-leading, full-scope independent service provider, specializing in wind turbine installation and Operations & Maintenance solutions global wind energy clients.

Headquartered in Fredericia, Denmark, MWS is part of the Muehlhan Group, an international industrial services company based in Hamburg, Germany. With operations spanning multiple countries and business units, we deliver specialized solutions across the entire lifecycle of wind energy assets, both onshore and offshore.

Our expertise covers a wide range of services, including onshore and offshore installation, high-voltage and electrical services, blade inspections and repairs, statutory inspections, main component exchange, paint, special projects, manpower solutions, welding repairs, and more.

At Muehlhan Wind Service, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We are proud to foster a collaborative, international, and safety-driven environment where talented professionals can grow, make an impact, and contribute to the global transition towards renewable energy.

If you are passionate about working in a dynamic industry and want to be part of a team that is helping shape the future of sustainable energy, we would love to hear from you.

For more information, please visit www.muehlhan.com.