Environmental Health & Safety Professional (m/w/d)

At Vestas we are powered by the dream of changing the world. And to create a sustainable future, we are building a team of motivated visionaries. Would you like to join us?

Vestas is the world's largest wind turbine manufacturing company with significant operations in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates and implements the HSE site specific plans for start-up and existing Service locations in conjunction with line management. Monitors progress on completion of the site-specific plan.
• Supports site management and provides professional coaching and review of incident investigations and corrective actions through 5 Why and TapRoot incident investigation methods.
• Oversees the management of work-related injuries at regional Vestas locations
• Represents HSE with Service Operations at customer meetings
• Interacts externally with authorities as necessary
• Responsible for environmental support to regional Vestas locations.
• Encourage the adoption of HSE programs to reduce injuries across the Vestas locations, with a high focus on soft tissue injury prevention
• Build organization capability by providing HSE training and development of HSE coordinators to ensure each site within the sub-region has the appropriate technical and functional competencies.
• Participate in the start-up/transition activities of new or expanding Vestas locations
• Oversee the investigation process of incidents and accidents to determine root causes and prepare/direct corrective and preventive action plans
• Support line management with the Incident Management System (IMS) to ensure timely investigation and closure of all applicable incidents
• Maintains current knowledge of HSE industry best practices and technological developments and equipment to remain up-to-date on related systems, devices and techniques designed to eliminate or minimize associated risks. Keeps current on regulatory requirements pertaining to HSE for assigned region.

Qualifications

• Bachelors' degree in Environmental Management, Industrial Health & Safety or related equivalent
• Minimum 3 years' work experience in general industry, industrial and/or construction environmental, or health & safety.
• Experience in cultural change and behavior-based safety programs, as well as HSE programs and policies across multiple jurisdictions
• Direct experience with wind industry operations highly desirable
• Ability to interact with senior leadership, other departments, and with vendors and customers
• Experience in applying international EHS standards (ISO 14001, ISO 9001 and ISO 45001) across business units and geographies.
• Experience with TapRoot or other root cause analysis process.
• Experience with ergonomics, behavioral safety and a safety culture program is desired.
• Understanding of mechanical, electric and hydraulic systems
• Experience with cranes, lifting and rigging, safety management systems, control of hazardous energy, confined space requirements, work at heights and soft tissue injury prevention
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S. and/or Canada without company sponsorship
• Computer skills necessary include Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, SharePoint and basic skills in SAP
• Proficient in working remotely with little to no supervision
• Ability to audit, manage global and local standards, have basic knowledge of manufacturing and system function

Competencies

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to proficiently perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Employees must meet and comply with requirements and limitations of relevant PPE and safety equipment as well as demonstrate the following:
• Ability to occasionally climb stairs and ladders 60-125 meters in height, in order to access work area.
• Ability to occasionally lift, push, pull, and carry items up to 50 lbs. in weight.
• Ability to occasionally walk, stand, look up/down, balance, stoop, twist, kneel, and bend.
• Ability to occasionally grip and manually manipulate, often with repetitive motion, items such as, but not limited to, hand tools and turbine parts.
• Comfort occasionally working in confined spaces and at heights over 100 meters.
• Ability to participate in all training courses, including controlled descent
• Ability to hear and see, including the ability to perceive depth and distinguish colors, sufficient to perform job functions and use close range radios.
• Able to work in demanding physical and inclement weather conditions.
• Comfort working remotely in a Turbine as part of a team with limited supervisory interaction.

What We Offer

We offer an exciting position with great development opportunities in an inspiring environment at the world's number one wind turbine producer. We value initiative, responsibility, and accuracy. You will become part of an international environment with a commitment to sustainability and safety and you will work among colleagues that support each other.

• Attractive salary and one of the most comprehensive benefits plans in the industry
• Great benefits coverage that includes dental and vision
• Generous Paid Time Off policies
• Great 401(k) plan (with employer match)
• Tuition assistance

Salary - $70,000-$90,000 per year

Our commitment to a fair hiring
At Vestas, we evaluate all candidates solely based on their professional experience, education, and relevant skills. To support a fair recruitment process, we kindly ask that you remove any photos, dates of birth or graduation, gender pronouns, marital status, or other personal information not relevant to the role before submitting your CV/resume. Your CV/resume should focus on your professional and educational background, along with the necessary contact details (email and phone number). We train our hiring teams in inclusive evaluation and regularly review process outcomes to ensure fairness.

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.