HSE Manager OranjeWind

Location(s):

Den Helder, North Holland, NL, 1781 AD

RWE Offshore Wind GmbH
To start as soon as possible, full time / part time, permanent

Join the OranjeWind Operations & Maintenance team and play a key role in creating a safe, healthy and environmentally responsible working environment. With your HSE expertise, you will work closely with operational teams and contractors to continuously improve performance and strengthen the safety culture. The role is primarily based onshore, with regular offshore presence to stay connected with the operational environment and the people working there.

RWE is constructing the 795 MW OranjeWind offshore wind farm approximately 85 kilometres off the Dutch coast. Equipped with Vestas V236 15 MW turbines, the wind farm is expected to deliver first power in 2027. An SOV will support offshore operations and maintenance activities during the Operations & Maintenance phase.

About the role

Implement and continuously improve the HSE Management System, ensuring requirements are practical and embedded in daily operations.
Provide independent expert HSE advice and guidance to site management, operational teams and contractors.
Strengthen a proactive HSE culture through visible leadership and RWE’s We Care principles.
Collaborate with teams and contractors to identify hazards, reduce risks and continuously improve HSE performance.
Develop and maintain HSE procedures, risk assessments and emergency response plans.
Conduct regular HSE inspections and reviews across onshore facilities, the SOV and offshore operations.
Lead and support incident investigations, corrective actions and the implementation of lessons learned.
Coordinate emergency response exercises and monitor HSE performance, trends, KPIs and improvement actions.

Job requirements and experience

A degree or higher-level qualification in HSE, safety engineering or a related discipline.
At least five years of HSE experience, preferably in offshore wind, energy, oil and gas, maritime or another high-risk industry.
Experience in implementing and maintaining an HSE Management System.
Practical expertise in risk management, incident investigation, emergency response and contractor HSE.
Medical fitness for offshore work and GWO Basic Safety Training certification, or willingness to obtain certification.
Strong communication skills and the confidence to influence and constructively challenge at all levels.
A practical, hands-on approach and excellent written and spoken English.

Advantageous, but not essential

An internal auditor qualification in ISO 45001 or ISO 14001.
An incident root cause analysis qualification.

RWE is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment – we value your passion, your willingness to learn and your desire to thrive. Even if you don't have all the above skills, need flexible working arrangements or other adjustments not yet listed here, we'd love to hear from you.

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Apply with just a few clicks: ad code 94012, application period: 02/12/2026.
Any questions? Contact HR: Sebastian Emmelot, Sebastian.Emmelot@rwe.com, Contact Business: Stuart Axcell, stuart.axcell@rwe.com

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As a global leader, RWE Offshore Wind is shaping tomorrow's energy on the high seas. We are active across Europe, Japan and Korea. We have already 18 wind farms in operation with an installed capacity of over 3 gigawatts. With over 20 years’ experience in developing, building, operating and maintaining offshore wind farms we have established long-term partnerships, working hand in hand with local businesses and communities. Every year, we invest millions of euros in new offshore wind projects and support harbours, educational programmes, local organisations and more. Our passionate workforce is committed to driving technological and sustainable improvements, delivering construction projects on time and within budget to the highest quality and safety standards, and contributing to the energy world of tomorrow.

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