Safety Compliance Manager

ENERCON has been one of the technology leaders in the wind power sector for over 42 years. As the first manufacturer of wind turbines, the company used a gearless drive concept that is a characteristic of all ENERCON wind turbines. ENERCON is also at the forefront in other areas, such as rotor blade design, control technology, grid connection technology, and with its wide range of technological new developments, proves its innovative strength time and again.

Innovative ideas are the hallmark of our successes and move us on. We are passionate about realizing wind energy projects across the globe and meeting tomorrow's energy technology challenges. You and your engagement can make a contribution to shape the future of renewable energies.

Overview of the role:

The main purpose of this role is to ensure that the corporate and operational Global ENERCON HSE standards are defined, reviewed and implemented through inspections, audits and training. 

The successful applicant will be able to work autonomously or collaboratively with strict confidentiality. They will work within a changing and rapidly developing environment and be able to identify issues, take responsibility and implement solutions. 

Main role and responsibilities: 

• Responsible for develop ing and review ing the minimum ENERCON HSE standards;

• Collaborate with the regions to develop and define ENERCON HSE minimum standards

• Identify and develop new standards, together with the Incident Manager and the technical support department;

• Carry out compliance audits across ENERCON’s regions and businesses and ensure that our HSE standards ar e aligned with the country and/ or business specific plans, procedures and guidelines;

• Ensure alignment with Integrated Management Systems and Internal Audit departments;

• Follow-up on action items identified during audits and identify trends coming out of the audit results;

• Develop and maintain the specific audit documentation to be used Globally (adaptation of the existing IMS templates);

• Identify areas of low compliance and focus on these from an audit perspective;

• Review the country and/ or business specific plans, procedures and guidelines, to ensure ENERCON minimum standards are maintained;

• Coordinate the internal verification audits between each region;

• Identify opportunities for enhancing organizational compliance;

• Support the overall organization in the development and implementation of compliance and safety programs;

• Adhere to all relevant Health and Safety requirements, policies and procedures 

• You will be required to complete and pass all relevant training as is necessary to fulfil the role

• Prepare reports for the senior leadership team on the Global compliance performance

• Develop and execute work streams / projects as per global HSES strategy

• Ensure work is planned and aligned with overarching and annual objectives as agreed with the board 

• Travel acros s all regions and to the headquarters will be required

Person Specification  - Professional qualifications, experience and memberships: 

• Recognised safety qualification (i.e. NEBOSH Diploma)

• An Internal Auditor ISO 45001 qualification is highly beneficial 

• Experienced in Occupational Safety and Auditing 

• Energy sector experience is beneficial

• A g ood working knowledge and proficiency in MS Office, with an advanced knowledge of Excel is essential.

Key qualities:

• An o rganised and proa ctive approach to all tasks

• A collaborative communication style

• Excellent attention to detail,

• H igh level s of initiative

• Ability to multi-task

• A passion for completing all tasks ethically and with integrity 

Your benefits

• An overnight allowance is applicable when you are required to travel
• You will receive enhanced annual leave
• Enhanced Company pension (8% employer and 5% employee contribution)
• Private Medical Insurance
• Life insurance
• Cycle to work scheme
• Cash back health care plan including dental, optical, discounted gym memberships and complimentary therapies
• Health & wellbeing program
• Employee referral program of up to £1000 for every successful referral.
• At ENERCON we are passionate about your career development and progression. We offer structured training programs and internal career opportunities.

Application Progress:

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Employment Equality
ENERCON retains the right to advertise all positions both internally and externally. Here at ENERCON we advocate relationships built on respect and fairness. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds. If you require any adjustments to be made throughout the application process please make us aware.