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Project HSE specialist

AT Hitachi Energy
Hitachi Energy

Project HSE specialist

Helsinki, Finland

Hitachi Energy is a global technology leader that is committed to solving some of the biggest global challenges of our time by advancing a sustainable energy future for all. We are able to deliver on this great promise because we have great people who everyday work and innovate collaboratively across the globe.

As an employer, we operate in 90 countries with 45,000 people committed to ensuring they thrive and are empowered to deliver their best work as part of our Diversity 360 vision.

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Hitachi Energy's Grid & Power Quality Solutions and Service global product group is a world-leading provider of grid connections and power quality solutions that enable our customers to build a more sustainable, flexible and secure energy system. We leverage our long-standing technology leadership, vast integration expertise, huge installed base and global footprint to provide our customers with life-cycle value solutions at the lowest risk. Our customers are in the utility, renewables, industry, transportation, data centers and infrastructure sectors.

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Our business in Europe has more than 1,000 skilled professionals focused on critical areas of expertise and is present in 16 countries.

At Grid & Power Quality Solutions and Service business in Europe (HBUEU), diversity drives our culture of innovation and collaboration. Our leading technology and strong market position enable us to achieve growth targets in the energy transition across current and growing market segments such as hydrogen, data centers and e-mobility.

Join Our Team!

We are looking for a Project HSE Specialist to join our HSE Team in Vaasa, Finland. In this role, you will support our Finnish projects in the Nordic cluster and focus on the HSE tasks in the HSE department and throughout the project's life cycle. You will be ensuring that the highest standards of health, safety and environmental performance are documented, monitored and maintained. You will also be driving continuous improvement in all areas of HSE. In this role you will have the possibility to work onsite (especially during onboarding time) as well as from the office.

How you'll make an impact

  • Implement and work with continuous improvement of Hitachi Energy management system and local requirements in Finland for the operating unit of the Nordic cluster
  • Review customer HSE requirements and demonstrate how Hitachi Energy will manage HSE through the lifecycle of the project.
  • Prepare and update HSE documentation in accordance with the internal process. Submit all preliminary HSE plans to the customer in accordance with the tender submission dates.
  • Attend clarification meetings and workshops with the customer (both in person and remotely).
  • Prepare the Project HSE Plan as well as other HSE-related documentation such as the Emergency Preparedness and Response Plan.
  • Ensure activities under the scope of Hitachi Energy are in compliance with legal and contractual HSE requirements as well as internal HSE requirements.
  • Produce reports for Project Reviews, both internal and Customer, and attend the Project Review meetings to ensure the Hitachi Energy HSE Operating System remains suitable, adequate, and effective.
  • Review HSE documentation from all Hitachi Energy subcontractors and support subcontractors to meet internal and Project HSE requirements.
  • Maintain awareness of developments and legislation that impact assigned functions.

Your background

  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in engineering, environmental sciences, or equivalent
  • Previous experience of HSE tasks in projects
  • Customer service experience and mindset
  • Experience drafting HSE technical documentation
  • Professional HSE certification is seen as a plus
  • Knowledgeable of ISO 45001 & ISO 14001 certifications
  • Strong organizational and communication skills with the ability to operate within global teams
  • Self-driven and persistent attitude towards challenges. You work actively and professionally both independently and as a part of a team.
  • Excellent written and spoken communication skills in English

Ready for a new exciting challenge? Come and work with fantastic people, while learning and developing yourself on projects that have a real impact to our communities and society!

Apply for the position by November 6, 2024. We will initiate interviews as candidates apply and position will be filled as soon as a suitable candidate is found.

For more information about this role, please contact Carl-Johan Hedberg, HSE Manager, tel. +46 72 4643358.

More about us

Hitachi Energy is a global technology leader that is advancing a sustainable energy future for all. We serve customers in the utility, industry and infrastructure sectors with innovative solutions and services across the value chain. Together with customers and partners, we pioneer technologies and enable the digital transformation required to accelerate the energy transition towards a carbon-neutral future. We are advancing the world's energy system to become more sustainable, flexible and secure whilst balancing social, environmental and economic value. Hitachi Energy has a proven track record and unparalleled installed base in more than 140 countries. Headquartered in Switzerland, we employ around 40,000 people in 90 countries and generate business volumes of approximately $10 billion USD.

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Client-provided location(s): Helsinki, Finland; Vaasa, Finland
Job ID: Hitachi_Energy-JID3-102580
Employment Type: Full Time

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • FSA
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • Pet Insurance
    • Mental Health Benefits
    • Virtual Fitness Classes
    • On-Site Gym
  • Parental Benefits

    • Fertility Benefits
    • Family Support Resources
    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Adoption Assistance Program
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Remote Work Opportunities
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Commuter Benefits Program
    • Snacks
    • Some Meals Provided
    • Company Outings
    • Holiday Events
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Unlimited Paid Time Off
    • Paid Holidays
    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Summer Fridays
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Performance Bonus
    • Relocation Assistance
    • Financial Counseling
  • Professional Development

    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Learning and Development Stipend
    • Promote From Within
    • Mentor Program
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Lunch and Learns
    • Work Visa Sponsorship
    • Leadership Training Program
    • Internship Program
    • Associate or Rotational Training Program
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)

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