BESS HSE Manager

3. Contractor Management

• Monitor contractors' and subcontractors' compliance with HSE requirements.
• Conduct safety inductions, toolbox talks, and training.
• Coordinate with EPC contractors, customers, and external safety professionals.

4. Incident Management & Reporting

• Investigate incidents, near misses, and unsafe conditions.
• Implement corrective and preventive actions.
• Maintain HSE documentation and prepare safety performance reports.

5. Stakeholder Communication

• Act as the HSE contact for German-speaking clients, contractors, and authorities.
• Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and international teams.
• Promote a strong safety culture across European projects.

Language Requirement: Fluent German (C1 or above) is mandatory.

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Qualifications & Requirements

Mandatory Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Occupational Health & Safety, Engineering, Environmental Management, or a related discipline, or an equivalent professional qualification.
• Minimum 5 years of relevant HSE experience in construction, electrical engineering, renewable energy, or industrial projects.
• Fluent German (minimum C1 level) – mandatory.
• Good command of English for communication in an international working environment.
• Strong knowledge of German occupational safety regulations, including ArbSchG, DGUV regulations, and applicable European HSE requirements.
• Experience conducting safety inspections, risk assessments, and incident investigations.
• Willingness to travel to project sites across Germany and other European countries.
• Valid driving licence (Category B).

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous HSE experience in BESS, renewable energy, energy storage, or high-voltage electrical projects.
• Relevant professional certifications in occupational health and safety.
• Familiarity with ISO 45001 and ISO 14001 management systems.
• Knowledge of battery fire safety, electrical safety, and construction site safety.
• Experience working with international EPC contractors or multinational project teams.
• Qualification as a German Fachkraft für Arbeitssicherheit (SiFa/Sifa) is a strong advantage.

We offer

• International Work Environment: A dynamic and multicultural workplace with opportunities for international collaboration.
• Team-Building Activities: Occasional team-building events to foster collaboration and team spirit.
• Meal Vouchers: €7.67 per working day.
• Birthday Gift Card: A birthday gift card as part of our employee benefits.

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Source: Statistisches Bundesamt (Destatis), table; dl-de/by-2-0; StarIn's calculation