What are the responsibilities and job description for the Health, Safety and Environmental (HSE) Professional I position at Vestas?
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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 case management of work-related injuries at regional Vestas locations.
* Perform routine audits of service locations and use the results to identify potential risks, communicate deficiency trends, and develop correction plans.
* Liaise between Regional Service Operations Management and HSE Management.
* Represents HSE with Service Operations at customer meetings.
* Interact 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 and action plans.
* 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 of HSE for assigned regions.
* High travel position - up to 60%.
Qualifications:
* The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to effectively perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable those with disabilities to perform essential functions.
Competencies:
* Bachelor's degree in Environmental Management, Industrial Health & Safety, or related equivalent is beneficial.
* Minimum 3 years work experience in general industry, industrial, or construction environmental, health & safety.
* Experience in cultural change and behavior-based safety programs, as well as HSE programs and policies across multiple jurisdictions is beneficial.
* Direct experience with wind industry operations is beneficial.
* Ability to interact with senior leadership, other departments, 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 processes.
* Experience with ergonomics, behavioral safety, and a safety culture program is beneficial.
* 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 is beneficial.
* 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.
* Expected to be proficient in working remotely with little to no supervision.
* Ability to audit, and manage global and local standards, have basic knowledge of manufacturing and system function.
What We Offer:
We offer you a rewarding job with valuable professional and personal development opportunities within the established wind energy company. You will be given a distinct opportunity to set your footprints within an essential area in Vestas. You will be an integral part of an international work environment, with a safety-first approach and who are keen to bring value.
- Great benefits coverage that includes dental and vision
- Generous Paid Time Off policies
- 401(k) plan
- Tuition assistance
- Highly developed Training Program
- Global bonus program
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DEIB Statement
At Vestas, we recognise 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.
About Vestas
Vestas is the energy industry's global partner on sustainable energy solutions. We specialize in designing, manufacturing, installing, and servicing wind turbines, both onshore and offshore.
Across the globe, we have installed more wind power than our competitors in the renewable energy arena. We consider ourselves forerunners within the industry, as Vestas continuously aims to design new solutions and technologies to create a more sustainable future for all of us. With more than 185 GW of wind power installed worldwide and 40 years of experience in wind energy, Vestas has an unmatched history demonstrating our expertise within the field.
With 30,000 employees globally, Vestas is a diverse team united by a common goal: to power the solution - today, tomorrow, and far into the future.
Vestas promotes a diverse workforce which embraces all social identities and is free of any discrimination. We commit to create and sustain an environment that acknowledges and harvests different experiences, skills, and perspectives, and gives everyone equal access to opportunity.
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It is the policy of Vestas to afford equal employment opportunity without regard to age, race, religion, color, gender, or national origin, and to afford equal opportunity to veterans and individuals with a disability, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, provincial, or local law. Applicants?requiring reasonable accommodation to the application and/or interview process should notify a representative within the People & Culture department.
