Head of HSE Manufacturing

Do you bring extensive leadership experience in international HSE management within manufacturing? Do you thrive in improving HSE excellence through transformation in a complex industrial environment? Join Vestas and help advance safe, sustainable manufacturing across the company.

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The Global HSE department is a diverse team spread geographically across the organization, supporting manufacturing sites globally. The department sustains all HSE matters as part of the ‘Vestas way to market’ for new factories and platforms. Additionally, the department plays a vital role in supporting Manufacturing leadership teams on their transformation journey, improving HSE performance and ensuring local compliance across a global production network.

Responsibilities

In this key role, you will serve as a central member of the Global HSE Leadership Team, contributing to the development and execution of the global HSE strategy with a primary focus on manufacturing environments. You will provide strategic input to ensure the tactical plan reflects the HSE Risk Profile for Manufacturing, securing that all operations understand their legal obligations and have the systems, processes, and capabilities required for consistent compliance. Further, your focus will be to

• Oversee major manufacturing transformation initiatives aimed at significantly improving HSE performance and maturing HSE culture
• Ensure consistent execution of the Global HSE Management System across all manufacturing sites, aligning work practices with global minimum standards
• Facilitate reporting of key HSE data metrics and review performance drivers to identify current and emerging risks; ensure Capacity Action Plans and collaborate with Segments and Factories on improvement execution
• Support Segments in meeting Vestas corporate safety, sustainability, and environmental objectives—promoting a strong HSE continuous improvement culture and securing implementation of Global Tactical initiatives
• Execute and safeguard assurance processes and audits in alignment with the Global HSE Assurance framework, including incident investigations, RCA, and Environmental Management System processes required for consistent CSRD reporting
• Coordinate HSE Technical Transfer between factories to ensure safe, consistent, and efficient technology implementation
• Establish mechanisms ensuring NPI considers HSE requirements, implement HSE assurance and sign‑off protocols, and provide assurance that external factories comply with Vestas minimum HSE standards

Qualifications

To thrive in this role, you are likely to bring

• A university degree in Human Factors Engineering, Ergonomics, Industrial Engineering, or a related field
• At least 10 years of experience dedicated to HSE roles within a manufacturing or industrial environment, with solid insight into production processes
• Documented experience leading HSE‑related transformation projects at scale
• Demonstrated expertise in risk assessment, new product introduction, and technology transfer
• Knowledge of global HSE standards and how to apply them in an operational manufacturing context (e.g., ISO 45001, ISO 14001)
• Experience working in an international, complex company structure
• Proficiency in English

Competencies

• Experienced leadership with a record of guiding HSE and cross‑functional teams in a global manufacturing environment
• Strategic mindset with the ability to translate HSE priorities into operational action
• Advanced risk assessment and mitigation capabilities tailored to production settings
• Ability to influence, guide, and motivate others across indirect reporting structures
• Effective collaboration and stakeholder‑management skills
• Constructive, solution‑oriented approach to HSE challenges and transformation
• Ability to travel internationally as required

What we offer

We offer a key role with substantial opportunities for professional and personal development while making an impact in a growing, international manufacturing environment. Vestas is a global company delivering sustainable energy solutions for a bright future. You will join a motivated group of international colleagues and be part of a larger Vestas network that values self‑initiative, work/life balance, and continuous improvement.

Additional information

Your primary work location will be Aarhus, Denmark. Please note that this role includes travel activities of up to 120 days per year internationally.

If the above matches your skills and qualifications, please apply no later than 3 April 2026.

Please note: We reserve the right to amend or withdraw this position at any time, including prior to the advertised closing date.

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DEIB Statement
At Vestas, we recognize the value of diversity, equity, and inclusion in driving innovation and success. We strongly encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, particularly those who may hesitate due to their identity or feel they do not meet every criterion. As our CEO states, "Expertise and talent come in many forms, and a diverse workforce enhances our ability to think differently and solve the complex challenges of our industry". Your unique perspective is what will help us powering the solution for a sustainable, green energy future.

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About Vestas
Vestas is the energy industry’s global partner on sustainable energy solutions. We are specialised in designing, manufacturing, installing, and servicing wind turbines, both onshore and offshore. 
Across the globe, we have installed more wind power than anyone else. We consider ourselves pioneers within the industry, as we continuously aim to design new solutions and technologies to create a more sustainable future for all of us. With more than 185 GW of wind power installed worldwide and 40+ years of experience in wind energy, we have an unmatched track record demonstrating our expertise within the field. 
With 30,000 employees globally, we are a diverse team united by a common goal: to power the solution – today, tomorrow, and far into the future. 
Vestas promotes a diverse workforce which embraces all social identities and is free of any discrimination. We commit to create and sustain an environment that acknowledges and harvests different experiences, skills, and perspectives. We also aim to give everyone equal access to opportunity. 
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