Director of Sustainability and Compliance

6 days ago


Århus, Århus Kommune, Denmark Vestas Full time

Overview

Vestas is a global leader in the wind turbine industry, dedicated to sustainable energy solutions. We are seeking an experienced Director to join our team.

About the Role

This critical position oversees Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) for Customer Project Execution (Construction) business in North and Central Europe. The successful candidate will lead a geographically dispersed HSE team, promoting a safety culture, ensuring compliance with regional regulations, and developing strategies for environmental initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

  • Promote a strong safety culture using human performance principles and operational learning.
  • Ensure compliance with regional and local HSE regulations.
  • Build and maintain positive relationships with customers and suppliers.
  • Lead, mentor, and support a geographically dispersed HSE team.
  • Track and analyze hazards and incidents to promote continuous improvement.
  • Oversee the development and implementation of HSE strategies, including environmental initiatives.
  • Manage ISO standard certifications, audits, and HSE-related training programs.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's or Associates degree with a minimum of five to eight years' work experience in General Industry, Industrial, or Construction environmental, health, and safety preferred.
  • Certification (CSP/ASP/CRSP/GSP) preferred.
  • Experience in applying international HSE standards (ISO 14001, ISO 9001, and ISO 45001) across business units and geographies.
  • Experience with cranes, lifting and rigging, working at heights, safety management systems, control of hazardous energy, confined space requirements, work at heights, and soft tissue injury prevention.
  • Computer skills including Microsoft Office Suite and basic skills in SAP.
  • Fluent in English.

Competencies

  • Solid collaboration skills across all organizational levels, from frontline workforce to executive leadership.
  • Expertise in mentoring and coaching, with the ability to influence both internal and external stakeholders.
  • Proficiency in interpreting regulations and company policies, and in developing regional HSE campaigns that promote ownership.
  • Effective in influencing and collaborating with executive leadership.
  • Highly developed communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Advanced technical and presentation writing capabilities.
  • Ability to work efficiently and independently in a remote environment with flexible hours.

What We Offer

We offer an exciting job with excellent opportunities for professional and personal development in an inspiring environment at a global wind turbine producer. The salary range for this role is €120,000 - €180,000 per annum, depending on experience and qualifications.



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