Health & Safety Manager

Health & Safety Manager - Major Green Infrastructure Project (Spain)

Our client is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Health & Safety Manager to join our team for a major green infrastructure project in Northern Spain.

Summary Responsibilities:

• Oversee health & safety (H&S) across all phases of the project, from planning and design to construction and commissioning.
• Foster a positive safety culture through effective collaboration with project teams, EPCM partners, and General Contractors (GCs).

Primary Tasks and Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with project teams and the EPCM partner to implement robust H&S systems, including RACI matrix, risk management, incident reporting, trend analysis, investigations, emergency preparedness, and training programs.
• Support Engineering and Operations EHS teams during pre-startup safety reviews and commissioning activities for new process lines.
• Champion H&S continuous improvement initiatives.
• Conduct regular inspections, audits, and assessments to monitor H&S effectiveness and identify improvement areas.
• Develop processes to manage interface safety risks between project activities.
• Deliver effective H&S training and communication programs for project staff and contractors, covering topics such as accident prevention, hazard identification, emergency response, and waste management.
• Ensure incident reporting, investigation, and corrective/preventive action implementation.
• Liaise with internal and external stakeholders on H&S matters and report on H&S performance.
• Lead a team of H&S personnel to support the project as owner's representatives.

Technical Profile Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in engineering, environmental science, occupational health & safety, or a related field (advantageous)
• Minimum 10 years' experience in EHS management within project environments, preferably in the green infrastructure sector
• In-depth knowledge of relevant H&S laws, regulations, standards, and best practices
• Proficiency in H&S software tools and applications
• Certified or eligible for certification as a professional H&S practitioner by a recognized body
• Proven track record of building a strong safety culture and enhancing safety capabilities within teams
• Fluency in ENGLISH AND SPANISH is ESSENTIAL

Non-Technical Profile Requirements:

• Demonstrated leadership and team management skills
• Excellent communication skills at all levels
• Strong planning, organization, and goal-oriented approach
• Excellent people and process management skills
• Conflict resolution skills

Contract Details:

• Long-term contract (start date: August 2024, +/- 1 month)
• Remote work until the end of 2024, followed by 3 years on-site presence in Spain
• Business travel required (expenses reimbursed)
• Market-rate compensation package for Spain (includes remote and on-site work periods)

To Apply:

Please submit your CV and a cover letter outlining your suitability for this role.

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