Head of HSE APAC

Senior Management | Full-Time  | Quality, Health, Safety and Environment

The HSE department is focused on supporting and empowering Vestas to build HSE Capacity at every level of the organization. We aim to ensure that every leader and employee has access to the necessary tools, systems and processes to ensure everyone goes home safely every day. 

As Regional Head of Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE), you are entrusted with developing regional action plans and advancing strategic endeavours that contribute to a culture of safety, the reduction of work-related risks, and the maintenance of compliance with established safety, health, and environmental standards at every Vestas site and operational sphere. 

Responsibilities  

•  Support the execution of global HSE strategies by translating them into actionable regional plans
•  Drive proactive risk management through early identification and mitigation of HSE risks
•  Implement continuous improvement initiatives using data analysis to track performance, identify trends, and develop action plans
•  Partner with regional operations leaders to embed HSE practices into daily business activities across diverse environments
•  Provide oversight and support for HSE across repair centers, supply chain logistics, service projects, construction sites, offices, and commercial operations
•  Lead audits, inspections, and risk assessments including hazard identification, safety observations, and job safety analysis
•  Collaborate with global and regional HSE teams to share best practices, align initiatives, and act as liaison for manufacturing-related HSE
•  Establish clear communication channels with key stakeholders, including the Regional President, Vice Presidents, and local HSE teams, while facilitating regular safety meetings and briefings to ensure alignment and accountability

Qualifications 

• A Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Science, Engineering, or a related field is required, with a Master’s degree or professional certifications (e.g., CSP, NEBOSH, ISO Lead Auditor) being highly favoured. 
• 10-15 years of experience in HSE leadership roles, managing regional or multi-site HSE programs. 
• Experience in high-risk industries (e.g., construction, logistics, energy) with a deep understanding of safety issues and best practices. 

Competencies  

• Established skills in effectively managing health, safety, and environmental initiatives across multiple sites or regions
• Deep understanding of safety issues and best practices in high-risk industries such as construction, logistics, and energy. 
• Proficiency in implementing a major HSE platform across a large, multi-site region; Sphera experience preferred
• Demonstrated success in creating and instituting HSE strategies that lead to significant improvements in safety standards. 
• Proficiency in conducting risk assessments, leading incident investigations, and engaging with regulatory bodies. 
• Strong leadership and organizational skills, capable of influencing at all levels within a large, complex, matrix environment. 
• Effective in developing and executing operational and behavioural safety strategies. 
• Skilled in interpreting safety data, evaluating risks, and crafting data-driven solutions

What We Offer

We offer you an exciting and complex job with great opportunities for professional and personal development within a global company in the renewable energy industry. You will be provided with an original opportunity to set your footprints within an essential area in Vestas. You will be an integral part of an international team, with a 'can-do' attitude and who is keen to make a difference

DEIB-Erklärung

Bei Vestas sind wir überzeugt, dass Vielfalt, Gleichberechtigung und Inklusion entscheidend für Innovation und Erfolg sind. Wir heißen alle Menschen willkommen, unabhängig von Hintergrund, Identität oder Lebensweg – und ermutigen besonders diejenigen, die vielleicht zögern, sich zu bewerben.
Wie unser CEO, Henrik Andersen, sagt: „Expertise und Talent kommen in vielen Formen. Ein vielfältiges Arbeitsumfeld ermöglicht es uns, anders zu denken und die komplexen Herausforderungen unserer Branche zu meistern“. Deine Perspektive macht den Unterschied: Hilf uns, eine nachhaltige, grüne Energiezukunft voranzutreiben.
 
Über Vestas

Vestas ist der globale Partner für nachhaltige Energielösungen. Unsere weltweit 35.000 Kolleg:innen sind spezialisiert auf die Entwicklung, Herstellung, Installation und Wartung von Windenergieanlagen – Onshore und Offshore. Gemeinsam treiben wir die Energiewende voran: Mit über 190 GW installierter Leistung in 88 Ländern ist Vestas führend in der Windenergie.

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