Safety Expert (m/f/t) - Batteries & Projects

RWE Generation SE
To start as possible, full time, permanent

​Your responsabilities
At RWE, we believe that safety isn't just a requirement; it's a fundamental value that guides every decision we make. As we embark on our mission to revolutionize the energy landscape, we recognize that success is only meaningful when it's built on a foundation of safety and responsibility. That's why we invest heavily in training, technology, and infrastructure to ensure that our operations meet the highest safety standards.
As a Safety Expert for Batteries & Projects within our Hydro & Storage technology, you'll be joining a team of passionate individuals who are dedicated to pushing the boundaries of safety innovation. You'll have the opportunity to collaborate with experts from diverse backgrounds, share best practices, and drive continuous improvement. Together, we'll not only mitigate risks but also create a culture where safety is everyone's responsibility to fulfil our Mission Zero.

Your tasks in Batteries Safety:

• Providing indispensable safety support to our Batteries cluster, ensuring alignment with our current project pipeline
• Integrating safety-related requirements from Operations and Maintenance (O&M) seamlessly into the development and execution phases of our international projects spanning Germany, Netherlands, and the UK
• Further development of our ISO 45001 conform Management system, spearheading continuous improvement initiatives
• Championing the development of safety competence within the O&M Business, working closely with the management team and setting new benchmarks for safety standards
• Staying abreast of evolving legal requirements, including adherence to electrical safety standards
• Contributing to the creation of meticulously documented, legally compliant materials, such as risk assessments and operational instructions
• Assuming responsibility for managing contractors engaged in our projects
• Preparing comprehensive safety reports, ensuring transparency and accountability
• Fostering seamless collaboration with our international Safety team and engaging effectively with relevant stakeholders
• Demonstrating flexibility and a willingness to travel as needed to fulfil project requirements

Your tasks in projects for Safety:

• Providing invaluable assistance to the Head of Safety for Hydro & Storage in pivotal central projects and initiatives
• Supporting the seamless implementation of new IT Tools and standards

Your profile

• Degree in Engineering (Bachelor or Master), Safety Management, or related field; advanced degrees preferred. NEBOSH (UK) diploma, Fachkraft für Arbeitssicherheit (DE) or comparable
• Proven excellence in practical safety management, ideally in the energy sector
• Comprehensive understanding of ISO 45001 and safety standards, including electrical safety regulations
• Experience in developing specific operational safety standards and procedures
• Strong communication skills for effective collaboration in multicultural settings
• Proficiency in relevant software and IT tools for safety enhancement
• Willingness to regularly travel
• Proficiency in English preferably with either Dutch or German as a proficiency

Our offer

• Competitive salary along with extensive benefits package 
• A personal retirement savings plan 
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, pro-rata
• Company Paid Private Medical Insurance for you and your family 
• One free professional membership subscription
• Access to flexible benefits such as Critical Illness, Dental Plan, Health Cash Plan, Share Incentive Plan, Cycle2Work, Electric Car Lease Scheme, Buy Additional Annual Leave and retail savings scheme
• Occupational Health support services for your wellbeing
• Access to our employee assistance programme in times of need
• Up to 2 days volunteering a year
• Flexible working time arrangements through hybrid working within the framework of operational possibilities

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Any questions? Fabian Ilaide (Recruiting), +31 6 21445450
We look forward to meeting you!

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RWE represents change, innovation and sustainability. As one of the world’s leading generators of electricity from renewable energy sources, we aim to be carbon-neutral by 2040 and to enable a sustainable life for people around the world. To achieve this, we are looking for dynamic and motivated people to join us in creating a sustainable and secure energy future.

With its power plants in Germany, the UK and the Netherlands, the approximately 3,000 employees of RWE Generation produce electricity primarily from gas, hydropower and biomass. The company ranks second in Europe with its gas-fired power plants. An excellent starting position, as gas is becoming more and more important as a bridge into the renewable age. We are also represented in many core markets with hydropower. The RWE Group bundles its hydrogen activities in RWE Generation.