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HSE Project Manager for utility-scale BESS (all)

Olten - 100% | Permanent

Join a forward-thinking team committed to delivering 1,000 MW of utility-scale Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) by 2029. As an HSE Project Manager for BESS, you'll play a crucial role in ensuring the implementation of health, safety, and environmental standards across BESS projects in Western Europe and the Nordics. This dynamic position with frequent short travels offers the chance to contribute meaningfully to the energy transition via improving grid flexibility. Join Alpiq in Olten, Lausanne, Berlin or Paris!

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Your profile

• Degree in Electrical or Civil Engineering (or equivalent experience). • Recognized Health & Safety qualification preferably focused on electrical energy systems. • 5–10 years of HSE experience in HV-connected utility-scale installations (ideally including BESS).• Familiarity with international electrical system standards (IEC 62933 Series, UL 9540).• Exceptional organizational, communication, and analytical skills.

• Agile, self-motivated personality with a proactive approach to identifying and resolving safety issues. • Willingness to travel frequently across Western Europe and the Nordics.• Proficiency in English; plus knowledge of German and/or French.

Your main responsibilities

• Own and coordinate HSE activities across all project phases, ensuring compliance & alignment with international and local safety standards, including battery technology-specific regulations.• Develop, implement, and refine Alpiq’s HSE protocols for HV-connected utility-scale BESS projects using industry best practices and lessons learned.• Assess contractor qualifications and review safety documentation, such as HSE, emergency response plans and risk assessments, to ensure alignment with Alpiq’s safety requirements• Conduct regular site visits to audit and ensure HSE compliance and identify improvement opportunities.• Establish HSE project reporting systems to monitor safety metrics, its trends and drive continuous improvement.• Lead internal training sessions on electrical safety and construction site hazards to foster safety-awareness among team members, contractors and visitors.

Your benefits

Competitive salary package

Market-oriented salary

Training and development

Diverse opportunities for career growth

Flexible work models

Various flexible work models

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