Health & Safety Specialist
EDP · Madrid
- Health & Safety Specialist
- Country/Region: ES
- City: Madrid
- Business Platform: Renewable Generation Assets
We are EDP, a global energy company present in around 29 markets with a particular emphasis on renewable energies. With more than 45 years of experience, we have been consolidating a relevant presence on the world energy scene based on the commitment to be all-green by 2030, leading the energy transition. With more than 13,000 employees around the world, we are committed to using our energy and heart to drive a better tomorrow.
We work to make energy efficiency, and the energy transition a reality. Networking and technological innovation provide an opportunity for accelerated learning, while generating value for our customers’ businesses.
We are looking for an Health & Safety Specialist to join our team and contribute to the development of energy storage and hybrid power plant opportunities across relevant markets.
Main responsibilities:
- Drive the implementation and continuous improvement of Safety programs and initiatives across the RGA Platform, promoting the sharing of knowledge, lessons learned and best practices between WSS and HTD businesses, while ensuring alignment with the specific needs of generation assets, projects and operations.
- Provide technical Safety support to RGA businesses and regions, working closely with Safety, Operations and other relevant stakeholders.
- Contribute to the identification, assessment and management of SIF risks within RGA.
- Collaborate in the development and implementation of Safety requirements for the RGA Platform.
- Support the investigation of SIF and P-SIF incidents across the RGA Platform, contributing to the identification of trends, lessons learned and improvement actions.
- Conduct field Safety inspections and Safety Prevention Observations (OPS), with particular focus on SIF risks, critical controls and the identification of improvement opportunities.
- Contribute to the improvement of contractor Safety management and supervision.
- Support the development, implementation and monitoring of Safety Cases, promoting the identification and sharing of best practices across technologies, countries and businesses to strengthen Safety decision-making, consistency and continuous improvement within RGA.
- Contribute to the definition, review and implementation of common Safety standards, procedures and technical requirements across RGA businesses and geographies.
- Support the monitoring and analysis of Safety performance, indicators, trends and action plans, contributing to effective follow-up, reporting and continuous improvement across the RGA Platform.
- Participate in Safety workshops, technical forums, working groups and engagement initiatives involving RGA businesses and regions.
- Collaborate with global SSBC and other EDP Safety teams in the development and implementation of transversal Safety initiatives, ensuring that RGA's operational experience, risks and needs are adequately considered.
- Support the deployment and adoption of global Safety initiatives, methodologies and digital solutions within RGA, contributing to their adaptation to generation activities where required.
Employment type: Full-Time
Work site: Hybrid – Spain (Madrid or Oviedo)
What are we looking for:
- University degree in Engineering, Science or a related technical field, together with a higher-level qualification in Occupational Risk Prevention.
- Experience in contractor Safety management and/or supervision in operational environments.
- Knowledge of incident investigation, root cause analysis and corrective action management.
- Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to work effectively with Safety and operational teams across different businesses and geographies.
- Ability to work autonomously and take ownership of assigned initiatives.
- Proficiency in English.
- Availability for international travel.
Nice to have:
- Experience across different power generation technologies and operational environments.
- Experience in renewable energy, particularly wind, solar PV and/or Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS).
- Experience working in international and multicultural environments.
- Experience participating in cross-functional or transversal Safety projects.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving and continuous improvement mindset.
- Ability to influence and engage stakeholders across different functions and organisational levels.
- Knowledge of Portuguese.
More than academic knowledge and technical skills, we are looking for ambitious people who are enthusiastic about the future and who bring human skills aligned with our purpose.
Equal opportunities for all
Our vision is that each person combines their unique characteristics and experiences to fulfill our mission of creating new energy for the planet. We are an inclusive employer, ensuring all candidates are treated fairly throughout the recruitment process. We welcome and value all people, and we are committed to fostering a sense of belonging for each person who is part of the EDP group.
Need more reasonsto apply?
As a top employer we:
- Empower our employees through a positive and innovative work environment that promotes collaboration and agile decision-making;
- Respect and value each person, providing a flexible, healthy, and inclusive workplace with a range of attractive benefits;
- Provide a meaningful work experience and prepare our people for future challenges through different opportunities for development and internal mobility;
Our efforts have resulted in several distinctions over time, highlighting the EDP group's strong positioning and its dedication and commitment to attracting and retaining the best talent:
- Top employer certification by Top Employers Institute
- Part of the Bloomberg Gender-Equality Index
- Global certification as a family-responsible company by Fundación Másfamília
- Top 100 Workplaces by Houston Chro