HSE Manager-Renewables

The HSE Manager will lead the health, safety and environmental management arrangements for large-scale utility renewable energy development comprising solar photovoltaic generation, battery energy storage systems, balance-of-plant infrastructure, electrical facilities and grid interconnection works. This role will support both development and delivery activities, ensuring that HSE risks are effectively managed across head-office coordination and multiple project sites. Working closely with project management, construction management, contractors, original equipment manufacturers and other project stakeholders, the HSE Manager will establish consistent HSE governance, provide technical leadership, and promote safe, compliant and environmentally responsible project delivery. Strong leadership and influencing skills, with the ability to establish consistent HSE standards across complex, multi-contractor and multi-site environments. Demonstrated knowledge of HSE risks associated with utility-scale solar PV, battery energy storage, high-voltage electrical systems, substations and grid interconnection works. Sound understanding of construction HSE management, contractor assurance, design risk management, commissioning and energization controls. Excellent stakeholder management, communication, facilitation, investigation and report writing skills. Ability to priorities critical risks, challenge unsafe practices, and provide pragmatic, technically sound solutions. Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and digital HSE reporting or action-tracking systems. Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Occupational Health and Safety, Environmental Science or a relevant discipline. Minimum 15 years of relevant HSE experience, including substantial experience supporting major power, renewable energy, energy storage, electrical infrastructure or similarly complex construction programmes. Relevant professional health and safety qualification, with NEBOSH International General Certificate as a minimum; NEBOSH Diploma or equivalent advanced qualification is preferred. Demonstrable experience leading HSE across large-scale, multi-site construction projects involving multiple contractors and interfaces. Practical experience with utility-scale solar PV projects and/or battery energy storage systems is strongly preferred. Experience with high voltage works substations, electrical facilities, grid interconnection, commissioning and energization activities is highly desirable. Professional membership or certification from a recognized HSE body is preferred. Previous experience working in the UAE or wider Middle East on major power or infrastructure projects is advantageous. Imagine a better future for you and a better future for us all. Work on landmark projects around the world and embrace opportunities to make an even bigger impact in the communities you care about. What if you could do the best work of your life and create a legacy for yourself? With us, you can. Apply today