Project H&S Specialist Aurora

Responsibilities

• Identify deviations from the Safety Plan during the project by inspecting tasks, verifying correct procedure implementation, and following up on corrective measures in case of incidents.
• Prepare all internal legal and project-related documentation during construction and operational phases as the owner (SPV).
• Identify applicable health and safety legislation, standards, ordinances, and regulatory requirements and regularly assess compliance from the owner’s perspective.
• Order the suspension of work if, in their judgment, conditions pose a risk to worker safety.
• Generate non-conformities related to their area, reporting and monitoring their closure.
• Prepare and submit all required health and safety reports to the authorities, within the established deadlines.
• Participate in external audits and follow up on corrective actions.
• Review internal and client monthly health and safety reports.
• Attend internal and client follow-up meetings.
• Monitor occupational risk prevention programs.
• Conduct internal audits and compliance evaluations for the project.
• Follow up on incident investigations, identify root causes, and propose corrective and preventive actions.
• Lead continuous improvement projects in H&S aligned with Zelestra’s sustainability goals.
• Represent the company before regulatory authorities during inspections or official inquiries.
• Ensure compliance with the EPC’s Occupational Risk Prevention Plan.
• Advise the Health & Safety team and other departments to ensure legal compliance in H&S matters.
• Oversee the general management of the EPC’s health and safety team.
• Identify and manage non-conformities, as well as preventive and corrective actions.
• Hire external services as needed to ensure legal compliance.

Requirements

• Degree in "Occupational Risk Prevention Engineering" or a related field.
• More than 5 years of experience in Occupational Health and Safety, specifically in field-based roles with similar responsibilities (required).
• Minimum of 3 years of professional experience in positions related to the construction of renewable energy projects, electrical substations, and high-voltage lines.
• Experience in utility-scale photovoltaic plants will be highly valued.
• Certification or training in Occupational Health and Safety Management Systems based on ISO 45001 (desirable).
• Valid Class B driver’s license (required).
• Availability to work on-site in Pozo Almonte (standard work schedule).

What We Offer

• Health Insurance.
• Benefits according to market standards.