Head of HSE

Job description / Role

Job Purpose/Objective

As the Project EHS Head, you will provide leadership and strategic direction in occupational health, safety, hygiene, quality, and environmental management within renewable energy projects. You will be responsible for designing, developing, implementing, and maintaining EHS systems to ensure compliance, safety, and efficiency across all project phases.

Key Responsibilities

Leadership & Direction: Lead and support the EHS function, ensuring the health, safety, hygiene, and environmental standards are met throughout the project lifecycle.
System Development & Maintenance: Oversee the creation and ongoing management of organizational safety, health, quality, and environmental management systems.
Environmental Management: Implement and maintain effective environmental management programs tailored to renewable energy projects.
Health & Safety Management: Drive construction health, hygiene, and safety management initiatives to ensure a safe working environment.
Business Optimization: Manage resources effectively to optimize business efficiency and continuity.
Reporting & Meetings: Prepare and submit monthly and periodic reports on health, hygiene, safety, and quality to the Project Director. Attend and contribute to project review meetings.

Education:
- Degree/Diploma in Engineering, Safety Management, Environmental Management, or Environmental Health.
- NEBOSH (IGC) certification is required.

Experience:
- Minimum of 15 years of relevant experience in EHS management within construction, with at least 5 years in large-scale EPC renewable projects (solar/wind).

Skills:
- Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
- Proficiency in budgeting, planning, contract management, and stakeholder engagement.
- Expertise in report writing, data analysis, and presentation.
- Ability to manage a diverse workforce and mentor team members.

Knowledge:
- Deep understanding of SHE risk management, HSE legislation, and national standards.
- Familiarity with construction processes, EHS management systems (OHSAS 18001, ISO 45001), and incident investigation.
- Proficient in project management, behavior-based safety, and business process mapping.

Personal Attributes:
- Self-motivated, enthusiastic, and innovative with strong problem-solving abilities.
- Ability to think outside the box, manage conflicts, and influence others effectively.
- Trustworthy, empathetic, decisive, and assertive.

About the Company

Janikin Energy is a specialist recruitment company that provides international workforce solutions within the energy sector. Since our inception, we have provided our clients with commendable candidates who become an asset to a company’s workforce.

Since our establishment, we have honed our global brand by building an international network of strategic partners and professionals who operate across 24 countries. Our five corporate hubs- Singapore, Germany, USA, Russia and the UK-support 16 regional offices which have provided, Janikin Energy with a global reach whilst maintaining our strong local knowledge.

Supporting the drive for cleaner energy is a cornerstone of our business. Our dedicated Renewables Team are focused on delivering crucial hires and promoting the expansion and development of projects in Solar, Wind and Hydropower.

Through the collective expertise and experience of our team- spanning sectors such as Power Generation, Oil & Gas, Petrochemicals and Renewables- we have learnt the importance of flexibility, perceptivity and collaboration when establishing a prosperous business relationship. The range of services provided by Janikin Energy- Staffing, Payroll, Immigration, Outsourcing and Compliance- allows us to connect talent to their next opportunity and support them throughout the lifecycle of their project.