HSE Professional - Murraysburg/Graaff-Reinet (South Africa)

Professional | Full-Time | Quality, Health, Safety and Environment 

The Health, Safety & Environment department is focused on making the world a better place today and also on protecting it for future generations. We are convinced that the most valuable assets in our company are our people. And we focus our activity on them, at all levels.

We are looking for a Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) Manager, to be part of the team, working together to achieve our global targets, working locally, thinking globally and with a high autonomy in daily tasks.

In our department we work as a team. We succeed or we fail together. We evolve and we improve all together. We take care of each one. Thus, we need a teammate.

Responsibilities

• Creation of local HSE documents (risk assessments, HSE plans, emergency response plans, customer specific procedures, etc).
• Follow up of contractors/subcontractors including mobilization/demobilization, post-work assessment and audits when needed
• Perform HSE training (basic safety training as required by local regulations) including set up of training requirements according to local legislation
• Responsible to provide insights and support to Operations in incident and hazardous observation investigation and root cause analysis
• Perform site visits and inspections including up tower inspections
• Contribute to the development and realization of a "Zero Incident Culture".
• Responsible to provide support and collaboration on HSE matters related to the country
• Perform and follow up internal audits and contractor audits

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience within EH&S in an international work environment
• Bachelor's degree in HSE or similar
• IOSH or NEBOSH certificate
• High proficiency level of English
• IRCA/CEPAS Lead auditor in ISO45001 and certification in ISO 14001 would be an added value
• In-depth knowledge of HSE standards and best practices, quality ISO standards, concepts, processes and procedures
• Proficiency in contractor/subcontractor Sustainability management, including mobilization/demobilization, pre-qualification requirements and post-work assessment
• Knowledge in hazard jobsite assessment/analysis/solution, risk assessments, incident investigation and root cause analysis
• Development/implementation of processes and procedures, including comprehensive HSE Plans
• Conducting inspections and audits
• Knowledge of HSE Legislation
• Experience with height-related tasks will be viewed favorably

Competencies

• Learning approach
• Motivated
• Safety orientated & motivated
• Collaborator
• Creatively thinking

What We Offer

We offer you a versatile job in a forward-looking and professional team with a rapid pace. We have emphasis on both developing professional and personal skills and we expect you to go an extra mile when this is needed to accomplish results. You will be part of a high collaborative, skilled and friendly team.

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DEIB Statement
At Vestas, we recognise 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.

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. 
To learn more about our company and life at Vestas, we invite you to visit our website at www.vestas.com and follow us on our social media channels. We also encourage you to join our Talent Universe to receive notifications on new and relevant postings.