Job Description

R0001449 HSE Project Coordinator (Portugal) (Open)

We’re Nadara. We work harmoniously with the power of nature and the communities around us to power lifetimes to come. We call our approach ‘living energy’.

We don’t just produce renewable energy, we live it – recognising our relationship with the people touched by our business and supporting social, educational, cultural, and environmental initiatives that contribute to the development of the communities we work alongside.

Discover more about our business here: https://nadara.com/about/

Nadara is an innovative place to work. We work in a stimulating and challenging environment, where every day we explore the unknown with curiosity, make decisions with quality and take action and deliver with courage. For us diversity is a real value, and we encourage in connecting different perspectives with respect.

Discover more about our culture and approach here: https://nadara.com/living-the-company/

Nadara is the result of combined business between Ventient Energy and Renantis, and it became one of the largest renewable independent power producers (IPP) in Europe with an installed capacity of 4,2GW. Nadara is a leading non-utility generator of onshore wind energy in Europe, focused on long-term sustainable growth through asset acquisition, unrivalled know-how in asset management and operation and conscious ESG choices.

Nadara is part of a portfolio of renewable companies who are owned by an Infrastructure Investment Fund (IIF), advised by JP Morgan Asset Management. We take a long-term outlook on the ownership, operation and growth of our company which is driven by the needs of our stakeholders.[ma1.1]

Based in Portugal and reporting to the HSQE Development & Construction Manager, the HSE Project Coordinator will be responsible for preparation and construction phase of NADARA’s development pipeline of solar and wind projects.

The HSE Project Coordinator will work closely with the HSQE, Engineering, Development and Execution Teams, consultants and contractors, ensuring that the projects are completed safely, on time, and with minimal impact on the environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate the business activities of all involved entities as required by Law no. 102/2009 and Decree Law n.º 273/2003.
• Coordinate with contractors, engineers, and other stakeholders to ensure compliance with safety and environmental regulations;
• Develop and implement a Health & Safety and Environmental Plans for projects and procedures in Portugal;
• Conduct site inspections and audits;
• Monitor project progress and report its status to management ;
• Develop and ensure the site’s risk assessment and maintain compliance with control measures throughout the construction phase;
• Implement action plans concerning preventive and corrective activities at solar and wind farms;
• Implement and coordinate emergency procedures;
• Provide guidance to colleagues and contractors as required, e.g. guidance on method statements, safe systems of work, updated legislation etc.,
• Define HSE training plans at a local level;
• Provide training to workers on safety and environmental practices;
• Manage, monitor and analyse HSE performance data;
• Respond to and investigate accidents and incidents as required, ensuring clear investigations with identification of areas for improvement;
• Evaluate incident, observation, and other HSE data to identify trends, create, and implement Nadara specific HSE programs and processes to drive improvements.
• Support on the identification of hazards, evaluation and control of professional and environmental risks;
• Participate in the design of initiatives to promote environmental and safety awareness internally and externally;

Review and validate HSE requirements in contracts during development phase.

Relevant Experience & Competencies & Behaviours

• Minimum 5 years of experience as HSE Project Coordinator in renewable energy sector, especially solar and wind power projects;
• Experience in developing and implementing safety and environmental procedures;
• Experience in conducting site inspections and audits;
• Experience working with IS0 14001, ISO45001 and IS0 9001 management systems
• Strong organizational and project management skills;
• Solid knowledge of applicable Portuguese HSE legislation, and technical guidance for high-risk activities
• Excellent communication skills - written and verbal;
• Hands-on proactivity;
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team;
• Results and solution focussed;
• Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines;
• Ability to interface effectively with all levels of the organization as well as organizations outside Nadara (e.g. Suppliers and regulatory agencies).

Skills & Knowledge

• Knowledge of construction and project management principles;
• Familiarity with renewable energy technologies, specifically solar and wind power;
• Strong working knowledge of safety and environmental legislation;
• Dynamic, proactive, and well organised.

• Good knowledge of Office 365 collaboration tools;

• Knowledge in SharePoint;
• Knowledge in HSQE specific software is desirable;

Education & Qualifications

• Degree in Engineering, preferably Environmental Engineering;
• Occupational Health & Safety Diploma (Ms, Post-Graduation or other recognised certification)
• Fluent in English and Portuguese. Other language is desirable;
• Driver’s license.

Travel Requirements

• Availability for traveling in Portugal.

Location:

Lisbon

Time Type:

Full time

Worker Subtype:

Regular