Electrical Safety Specialist

Are you an experienced Electrical Safety Specialist looking for the next step in your career? Are you a team-oriented professional with great stakeholder and people management skills?

Are you someone who is enthusiastic about sustainable energy solutions and is motivated to protect the environment? If so, then Vestas may have the opportunity for you!

In October 4, the Vestas Global HSE Work Practices team was established to bring together experts with extensive subject matter expertise in key risk areas, with the goal of improving HSE performance across all Vestas operations.

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HSE Work Practice

This team, fuelled by a dedication to continuous improvement and supported by years of experience and profound knowledge, will help Vestas build the capacity to effectively manage and mitigate HSE risks.

Responsibilities

• Act as a Global Point of Contact and contribute to setting and achieving targets and KPIs for electrical safety
• Collaborate with Vestas Regional Electrical Safety leads to identify best practice and ensure global / cross-regional alignment
• Developing strategies in order to keep Vestas at the forefront of industry advancements and best practices in the field of electrical safety
• Drive innovation in electrical safety practices by exploring and integrating new technologies, methodologies, and processes
• Ensure appropriate systems and governance across regions are established and aligned to global electrical safety minimum requirements
• Attend and be prepared to Chair the Global Electrical Safety Committee (GESC) meetings
• Represent Vestas in industry related electrical safety forums and influence any developments in order to protect Vestas interests

Qualifications

• Electrical engineering qualification
• Minimum 3 years Operational work experience ideally in the Wind industry
• Experience working within a regional / global team
• Demonstrated proficiency in interpreting electrical diagrams
• GWO Basic Safety Training as a minimum
• Fluent in English

Competencies

• In-depth knowledge of electrical safety standards, regulations, and best practices (e.g., WTSR, NFPA E, EN )
• The ability to conceive and develop global policies and procedure with a focus on Simplicity
• Extensive operational experience with the credibility to drive buy-in from across the business
• Team-oriented professional with the ability to motivate key stakeholders from across the business
• A drive to support change in a fast paced operating environment with operations across the globe
• Effective in handling multiple tasks, ensuring key areas of risk are prioritised, doing so in a fast-paced environment

What we offer

We offer the candidate an environment that will bring out their skills and expertise, empowering them to drive HSE performance within their area of responsibility.

You'll work alongside colleagues from across the business with an opportunity to actively contribute to setting the highest possible standards of electrical safety.

We offer you the opportunity to make a difference and to work in a multicultural and international company, where you have the possibility to test your skills and develop professionally.

Additional information

This role can be based out of Aarhus or Copenhagen DK, Warrington GB or Hamburg DE.

You can expect up to % travel per year in this position

DEIB Statement

At Vestas, we recognize 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.