HSE Site Manager (m/w/d)

Become an HSE Site Manager with Nordex in Saint-Denis, France. Ensure safe wind farm construction by adhering to HSE regulations and Nordex standards. Enjoy opportunities for skill development in a dynamic environment and contribute to sustainable energy projects. Join Nordex as an HSE Site Manager in Saint-Denis, France, and play a vital role in ensuring the safe execution of wind farm construction projects. You will oversee HSE compliance, conduct site inductions, and promote a strong safety culture. Enjoy the chance to develop your skills in a fast-growing industry and contribute to impactful renewable energy projects.

Nordex Saint-Denis, France On-site Full Time UTC+01:00

Nordex

Company Overview

Name

Nordex SE

Headquarters

Hamburg, Germany

Founded

1985

Size

Over 10,900 employees worldwide (Source: linkedin.com). Revenue of over 5.7 billion euros in 2023 (Source: renewable-energy-industry.com).

What They Do

Nordex focuses exclusively on onshore wind turbines in the 4 to 6 MW+ class. The company develops, manufactures, installs, and maintains these turbines through integrated processes that include design, precision engineering, rotor blade and tower production, logistics, turnkey installation, and complete lifecycle maintenance (Source: windindustry-in-germany.com). The core platform Delta4000, introduced in 2017 with the N149/4.X, offers flexible power ratings (4-6 MW) and rotor diameters of up to 175 meters. This platform is optimized for various wind conditions and extreme climates (Source: nordex-online.com). The products cater to various customer segments, including utilities, independent power producers, and community wind projects, providing tailored solutions for site-restricted or grid-limited locations with lifespans of up to 35 years.

Projects & Track Record

In Germany, Nordex has commissioned 8,653 MW of onshore wind power plants, with 4,946 MW under construction, including the first wind farm in Hamburg featuring N27/150 turbines that have been operational for over 32 years (Source: nordex-online.com). A prototype of the N175/6.X on a 179 m high hybrid tower in Santow, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, is in pre-series, with installation scheduled for September 2025 and commissioning between October 2025 and January 2026 (Source: nordex-online.com). Globally, Nordex supplies over 52 GW of installed turbines in 85% of markets outside China, with about 1 GW in Canada, including the N163/5.X, N163/6.X, and N175/6.X cold climate models (Source: windindustry-in-germany.com). Key customers include Bürgerwind Hollich GmbH & Co. KG and Energieversorgung Mittelrhein (evm), who engage in long-term partnerships for turnkey projects and maintenance.

Recent Developments

In the past two years, Nordex secured significant contracts in Germany, including 107 MW repowering in North Rhine-Westphalia for Bürgerwind Hollich with 12 N163/6.X on 164 m high hybrid towers (Source: renewable-energy-industry.com). Additional contracts include 21 MW from BMR energy solutions for the "Heinz" site and 77 MW for the Schneifelhöhe wind farm (Source: renewable-energy-industry.com). Milestones include the commissioning of 2,202.2 MW in Germany in the first half of 2025 and the launch of series production of hybrid towers in April 2025 (Source: nordex-online.com). The merger with Acciona Windpower in 2016 remains a key expansion, with no further acquisitions or funding rounds mentioned in the latest sources.

Working There

Nordex employs over 10,900 people in various fields, including development, production, project management, installation, logistics, sales, and service (Source: nordex-online.com). The company culture emphasizes decentralized regional operations for customer proximity and continuous training for technicians to global standards. Training is provided through the Nordex Academy, which includes GWO certifications and practical training on Delta4000 simulators (Source: nordex-online.com). Hiring occurs at the locations in Hamburg and Rostock as well as in production facilities in several countries, with increasing demand for installation and service technicians in North Rhine-Westphalia and Rhineland-Palatinate (Source: renewable-energy-industry.com).

Contact

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Last updated on 2025-12-26 | Report an issue

Job Description

Join the #TeamNordex and help drive the global transition to renewable energy!

Why Join Us?

Shape a greener future by contributing to sustainable energy projects.
Be part of a fast-growing industry with global opportunities.
Develop your skills in a dynamic and innovative environment.
Experience the pride of working on projects that make a real impact.

Your Role

As Site HSE Manager, you will ensure the safe execution of wind farm construction projects in compliance with:

Local HSE laws and regulations
Nordex standards and processes
Client and project-specific requirements

You will be a key player in promoting a strong safety culture and continuous improvement on site.

Key Responsibilities

HSE Planning & Compliance
- Prepare and monitor the Project HSE Plan and related documentation (risk assessments, method statements, emergency plans, site inductions).
- Review contractor documentation and ensure compliance before work starts.
Site Induction & Training
- Organize and deliver site induction sessions for Nordex teams and contractors.
- Promote HSE awareness through toolbox talks and daily briefings.
Daily Site Support
- Participate in progress meetings, highlight HSE issues, and propose improvements.
- Support the implementation of Permit-to-Work systems.
Monitoring & Reporting
- Conduct safety walks, inspections, and audits with project stakeholders.
- Report HSE metrics (incidents, observations, hours worked) weekly/monthly.
Incident Management
- Ensure timely reporting and investigation of incidents.
- Monitor corrective and preventive actions.

Your Profile

Education: Bachelor's or Master's degree in HSE or related field.
Experience: 3-5 years in HSE supervision on construction sites (wind energy preferred).
Certifications: GWO training (Working at Height, First Aid, Fire Awareness, Manual Handling).
Skills:
- Strong knowledge of HSE regulations and ISO standards (ISO 9001, 45001, 14001).
- Proficient in risk analysis, incident investigation, and MS Office.
Languages: Fluent in French and English (English is the common site language).
Attributes: Proactive, organized, excellent communicator, team player, safety-focused.

Work Conditions

Location: Project site (with desk at Nordex site compound).
Work pattern: Defined by site organization.
Ability to work at height (hub heights up to 150m) and medical fitness required.