HSE Lead - Solar (Contract)

TotalEnergies

$95K — $115K *
Energy & Utilities
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in safety, Engineering, Environmental Science, or a related field, or equivalent experience
  • Minimum 5+ years of HSE experience on construction projects, preferably in wind energy
  • Proven HSE leadership experience with EPCs and subcontractors
  • Strong knowledge of OSHA regulations and U.S. construction safety standards
  • Experience overseeing Safety Management Systems for EPC and subcontractors
  • Hands-on experience with fall protection systems and working-at-heights programs
  • OSHA 30 (Construction) certification required, wind-specific training preferred

Responsibilities

  • Lead HSE activities for wind project construction including turbine erection and crane operations
  • Ensure compliance with TotalEnergies MAESTRO standards and necessary regulations
  • Review and approve HSE documentation like plans and lift methods
  • Conduct site audits and inspections, tracking and closing corrective actions
  • Monitor and report on HSE performance indicators to leadership
  • Support incident investigations and implement corrective actions
  • Promote a strong safety culture aligned with TotalEnergies values

Benefits

  • Opportunities for professional development within the renewable energy sector
  • Strong emphasis on safety culture and proactive engagement
  • Collaboration with top industry professionals and leading technologies
  • Potential for advancement in a growing company focused on sustainability
Full Job Description
Country United States / US City TWINSBURG
Area
Ohio

Workplace location TWINSBURG-BOSTIK(OH-USA) Employer company TotalEnergies Renewables USA, LLC Domain Hyg Saf Sec Societal Env Qual Type of contract Fixed term position Experience Minimum 6 years

Activities

The HSE Lead serves as the Owner's Representative for Health, Safety, Environment, and Security, providing site-based HSE leadership and governance across all project activities. This role ensures compliance with TotalEnergies HSE policies (MAESTRO), contractual requirements, and all applicable regulatory obligations, while actively promoting a strong and proactive safety culture among EPCs and subcontractors. The HSE Lead is responsible for overseeing all Health, Safety, and Environmental aspects of the project, supporting safe execution of construction activities through field presence, risk management, compliance verification, and continuous engagement with project teams.

What You'll Do

Responsibilities:
• Lead and oversee all Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) activities for wind project construction, including turbine erection, heavy lifts, crane operations, electrical work, and Balance of Plant (BOP) activities
• Ensure contractor and subcontractor compliance with TotalEnergies MAESTRO standards, contractual HSE requirements, and applicable regulations
• Review, validate, and approve HSE documentation, including HSE plans, Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs), lift plans, and methodstatements
• Conduct regular site audits, inspections, and field verifications; track findings and ensure timely closure of corrective and preventive actions
• Monitor HSE performance indicators (KPIs) and provide routine reporting to project and regional leadership
• Lead or support incident investigations, near-miss reviews, and root cause analyses; implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence
• Support regulatory, OSHA, and environmental compliance requirements throughout construction activities
• Participate in and support HSE inductions, toolbox talks, safety moments, and emergency preparedness drills
• Actively promote a strong and proactive safety culture aligned with TotalEnergies' values: "Safety for me, for you, for all"

Candidate Profile

What You Bring

Required Qualifications:
• Bachelor's degree in safety, Engineering, Environmental Science, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience
• Minimum 5+ years of HSE experience on construction projects, preferably within the wind energy sector
• Proven HSE leadership experience supporting wind energy construction, including EPCs and subcontractors
• Strong knowledge of OSHA regulations and U.S. construction safety standards
• Demonstrated experience overseeing EPC and subcontractor Safety Management Systems
• Hands-on experience with working-at-heights programs, fall protection systems, and related safety controls
• OSHA 30 (Construction) certification required; wind-specific safety training preferred
• Professional HSE certifications such as CSP, ASP, or CHST strongly preferred
• Ability to work full-time on an active construction site in outdoor field cond

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Professional HSE certification (CSP, CHST, NEBOSH, or equivalent)
  • Owner-side or EPC governance experience in renewable energy projects
  • Familiarity with TotalEnergies MAESTRO or similar HSE management systems


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