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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.
Job Responsibility:
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
Requirements:
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
Nice to have:
Direct experience with wind industry operations highly desirable
Experience with ergonomics, behavioral safety and a safety culture program is desired
What we offer:
Attractive salary and one of the most comprehensive benefits plans in the industry
Great benefits coverage that includes dental and vision