HSE Coordinator M/F

HSE Coordinator M/F

As an Independent Power Producer, Voltalia operates in over 20 countries, developing, building, and maintaining renewable energy projects and services across five key technologies: solar, wind, hydro, biomass, and storage. Backed by the AFM Group, a globally recognized, family-owned investment group, we benefit from long-term stability and a shared commitment to sustainable growth.

By the end of 2024, our operational and under-construction capacity reached 3.3 gigawatts—a 14% increase since 2023. With 1,500 employees worldwide, we thrive in a fast-moving environment driven by adaptability, innovation, and collaboration.

In our company, your work directly contributes to a more sustainable world. Whether you're driving projects forward, optimizing operations, or leading strategic initiatives, you're contributing to our mission to improve the global environment and foster local development.

At Voltalia, we welcome individuals from all backgrounds, whatever your race, ethnicity, gender, nationality, age, disability, sexual orientation, and experience. In our company, diversity drives innovation and contributes to a workplace where everyone can thrive.

Ready to make an impact? Bring your energy—let’s power a sustainable future together!   

YOUR MISSIONS

The HSE Operations Coordinator is responsible for promoting, implementing, and continuously improving Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) practices across operational activities. This role ensures compliance with legal, corporate, and environmental requirements, supports field and office teams, and reinforces a positive HSE culture across all business lines.
The position acts as a key interface between operational teams, subcontractors, and management, ensuring HSE performance excellence.

1. HSE Leadership & Culture

• Promote a strong HSE culture across all operations and act as a role model in the field.
• Engage regularly with teams to ensure awareness, commitment, and ownership of safety and environmental responsibilities.
• Coordinate and motivate HSE technicians, officers, and subcontractor teams.

2. Operational HSE Coordination

• Oversee and monitor daily HSE activities during construction, operations, and office-based tasks.
• Conduct site inspections, audits, and assessments to verify compliance with internal standards and legislation.
• Ensure proper implementation and follow-up of corrective and preventive action plans.
• Approve and coordinate implementation of Health & Safety Plans for construction, O&M, and office sites.

3. Incident & Emergency Management

• Represent the company with official authorities in case of accidents or environmental events.
• Organize and supervise emergency drills with internal teams and subcontractors.
• Support incident investigations and track lessons learned.

4. Reporting & Documentation

• Prepare monthly HSE KPI reports and dashboards for management.
• Ensure timely HSE data entry into internal systems.
• Contribute to the annual HSE system review and performance reporting.

5. HSE Systems & Compliance

• Ensure compliance with local regulations, internal procedures, and certification requirements.
• Support implementation and maintenance of integrated management systems (Quality, Safety, Environment).
• Monitor regulatory changes and adjust practices accordingly.

6. Stakeholder & Team Management

• Coordinate with all internal departments on operational HSE matters.
• Maintain effective communication with subcontractors, regulatory agencies, and HSE-related service providers.
• Functionally manage field HSE teams, whether internal or subcontracted.

7. Training & Awareness

• Deliver HSE trainings, toolbox talks, and workshop sessions.
• Support employee onboarding and ongoing competence development.

8. Support to Corporate Processes

• Contribute to tender processes regarding HSE requirements.
• Support the preparation of the annual HSE budget.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCES

• Bachelor's degree in HSE, Engineering, Quality, or related fields; or Technical HSE certification (depending on region).
• Minimum 5 years of experience in HSE operations, preferably in construction, industrial, or energy sectors.
• Solid knowledge of occupational health, safety, and environmental legislation.
• Training or experience in management systems (ISO 9001 / ISO 14001 / ISO 45001), auditing, and risk management.
• Strong digital literacy; knowledge of Power BI is considered a plus.
• Languages: Fluent English required; additional languages (French, Portuguese, Spanish, Arabic) highly valued.

KEY SKILLS

• Strong leadership and team coordination abilities.
• Proactivity, commitment, and strong sense of responsibility.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple tasks.
• Analytical mindset with strong organizational and planning abilities.
• Customer and results orientation.
• Flexibility, adaptability, and resilience.
• Innovation‑driven and continuous improvement mindset.

This position can be based either in CPT or JHB.

Regular travel to operational sites and regional offices as needed.

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