HSE Manager Service Unit

The Opportunity

We are looking for a HSE and Sustainability Leader to join our new Service Business Unit! You will be part of a worldwide HSE and Sustainability community of Hitachi Energy that oversees and develops strategies to ensure safe working conditions as well as healthy workplace and focus on supporting our customer’s journey on climate and circularity. This role will directly report to the Europe HUB HSE and Sustainability Manager, with dotted line responsibility to the Local Sales Unit Manager. 

The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing HSE and Sustainability activities and will ensure the successful implementation of strategic programs across the country, in line with BU Service strategy and Hitachi Energy’s requirements. Provide support, coaching and advice to leadership and line managers on HSE and Sustainability matters and report on the performances of the respective country along BU value chain. Support the business by applying in-depth HSE and Sustainability knowledge to offer solutions and advice. 

How you will make an impact

• Collaborate closely with the HUB HSE and Sustainability Manager to provide strategic direction in the country, bringing rigor through operational discipline, in line with the Service BU strategy and Hitachi Energy’s requirements
• Collaborate closely with the SE HSE and Sustainability team, to ensure compliance of local laws and requirements  
• Provide support, leadership and advice to ensure consistency in the implementation, application and compliance with the HSE annual operating plan. 
• Provide support and ensure Local Service Unit operate in compliance with the HSE Operating System Standards, Life Saving Rules and High-risk activities in the LSU. 
• Drive HSE legal compliance and control the conformity. 
• Provide strong leadership to promote a high-performance culture, role modeling and reinforcing the behaviors that will underpin Service business growth.  
• Act as a change management agent, serving as the Technical Authority 
• Contributes to effective risk management of HSE related issues by providing specialist knowledge 
• Ensure timely and accurate reporting for Environmental data for the local service unit to be consolidated into the Service BU reporting and to the Sustainability reporting of Hitachi Energy.  
• Ensures timely notification of HSE incidents, investigations, preventive and corrective actions and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs). 
• Ensure safe execution of service activities by being involved in the project planification, preparation and execution. 
• Visit sites activities to ensure compliance with HE’s HSE and customer’s requirements. 
• Lead/review investigations of HSE incidents and near misses to identify root causes and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence and if necessary, the Fair Process investigations. 
• Foster a proactive and positive culture of continuous improvement in HSE performance by implementing best practices and innovative solutions.  
• Promote Hitachi Energy HSE and Sustainability culture to our clients, other departments and employee groups.  
• Manage and develop the HSE Specialists supporting the LSU 

Your Background

• Engineering degree or a Bachelor’s degree in HSE required (engineering can be in any discipline if supported by proven HSE experience). 
• Minimum of 10 years of strong HSE experience, preferably in high-risk industries such as Oil & Gas, Power, or related fields. 
• Proven expertise in risk assessment, mitigation planning, high-risk activities mgmt.  
• Experience in leading HSE projects, fostering safety culture, and implementing innovative solutions and best practices. 
• Service experience is not mandatory but will be considered a plus. 
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills to engage effectively with stakeholders at all levels. 
• Fluency in Swedish & English required; proficiency in other languages will be considered a plus. 
   

What we offer

• Collective agreement
• Flexible working time
• Health care and wellness allowance
• Fantastic career possibilities within Hitachi Energy both within Sweden and globally
• Mentor to support you throughout onboard phase
• Various trainings and education supporting employee development
• Diversified company with over 70+ nationalities working in Sweden
• Supplementary compensation for parental leave
• Employee Benefit Portal with thousands of discounts and perks

More about us

Are you ready for a new exciting challenge? Does the above description sound like you. Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis, so don’t delay – apply today!

Recruiting manager Graham Enever, graham.enever@hitachienergy.com, will answer your questions about the position. Union representative Ledarna: Frank Hollstedt, +46 107 38 70 43. Any other questions can be directed to Talent Partner Michael Blomberg, michael.blomberg@hitachienergy.com.