Location:
Edinburgh, GB, EH12 6NZ
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Onsite / Hybrid / Remote: Remote ( > 50% remote)
As one of the world's leading companies in the wind energy industry, ENERCON have been setting new standards in technological design for over 40 years.
We have an excellent permanent opportunity for a Team Lead – Safety Standards to join our International HSE Team in Edinburgh. The role offers an opportunity to make the role your own, and make a direct impact towards ENERCON’s success.
You will be responsible for leading a team, as well as defining, implementing and maintaining ENERCON’s Global Health, Safety and Environmental standards. This role requires occassional travel across the region and our Headquarters in Germany as required.
You will align our Global HSE Strategy with our corporate objectives, regulatory requirements and Integrated Management System (IMS), translating these into high standards that improve our overall safety performance. This role is suited for someone who wants to make a strong impact, with the scope to influence and strengthen safety standards across the business. The position requires strong leadership, strategic thinking and the ability to collaborate effectively across multiple regions and business functions.
Main Roles and Responsibilities:
Lead and develop a team of five HSE professionals, setting clear objectives, monitoring performance and building a high performing, collaborative culture
Oversee the development and review of global OHS standards to meet policy goals, strategic objectives and management system requirements
Ensure effective implementation of standards across regions, incorporating feedback for continuous improvement
Collaborate with corporate safety, regional HSE teams and incident management teams to identify emerging risks and update standards accordingly
Develop, review and track leading and lagging Key Performance Indicators
Develop, maintain and enhance digital HSE platforms that support strategic goals and objectives
Lead global compliance audits and inspections to verify adherence to ENERCON standards
Monitor audit findings and closure of actions, and identify trends for proactive risk management
Maintain and enhance audit and inspection documentation globally
Support and drive delivery of the global HSE strategy, including reporting to senior leadership and identifying opportunities to strengthen safety performance and programs
Other Duties
Ensure all team members maintain required training and certifications
Travel across regions and headquarters as required
Develop, maintain and ensure budgets are developed and maintained for the direct report employees in consultation with Cost Centre Owners
Personal Qualifications
Recognised safety qualification (e.g., NEBOSH Diploma)
ISO 45001 Internal Auditor qualification highly desirable
Proven experience in occupational safety, auditing, and compliance
Previous leadership experience in HSE or related field preferred
Strong leadership and people management skills
Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement abilities
High attention to detail and organisational skills
Ability to work autonomously and collaboratively in a dynamic environment
Proficiency in MS Office (advanced Excel essential)
Commitment to ethical practices and integrity
Full valid UK driving license
Right to work in the UK
Pleaseby submitting your full, up-to-date CV. Please also submit a cover letter if you would like to provide any additional information. We will aim to respond to your application as soon as possible.
