Job summary
This role leads the health, safety, and environmental programs across a country in large-scale construction projects. The position involves ensuring regulatory compliance with national legislation and client standards, developing and implementing HSE policies, promoting a safety culture, and supporting project teams to maintain safe and sustainable operations. The ideal candidate has over 10 years of HSE experience in construction, strong leadership capabilities, and fluency in English. Norwegian language skills are advantageous but not mandatory.
Location and work setup
- Location
- Oslo
- Work setup
- On-site
Responsibilities
Lead and oversee all HSE initiatives at country level, serving as the primary HSE expert for projects and sites. Liaise with senior client representatives, authorities, and management to ensure compliance and safety standards. Conduct and support audits, inspections, and incident investigations. Manage risk programs such as Significant Injury or Fatality prevention and High Risk Activity audits. Coordinate and deliver HSE training and competency assessments for staff and contractors. Monitor behavioral safety programs and lead contractor prequalification efforts. Prepare HSE performance reports and escalate serious safety concerns to senior management. Enforce safety regulations and have authority to halt unsafe activities.
Qualifications
Master's degree in HSE or related field is required. Certifications including NEBOSH International General Certificate, strategic risk management, and HSE leadership training are expected. Minimum 10 years' experience in HSE roles within large construction projects. Deep knowledge of national and EU HSE legislation, construction safety standards, and management systems such as ISO and QHSE. Strong skills in incident investigation, root cause analysis, and emergency preparedness. Fluency in English, both written and spoken, is mandatory; knowledge of local language is a plus. Proven leadership, communication, and decision-making abilities in multicultural, high-pressure environments.