Safety Specialist (HSE Specialist) (all genders)

International Construction Projects in Europe Full-time | Construction Site abroad (Europe)

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Intro
Safety is our highest priority. As a Safety Specialist (HSE Specialist), you will be directly involved in our international projects at construction sites across Europe, with a primary focus on Germany. In this responsible role, you will actively shape the safety culture on site and support managers and project teams in implementing our HSE standards.
Responsibilities
  • Monitor and actively contribute to the implementation of HSE requirements (Health, Safety, and Environment) and agreed HSE objectives across our construction sites and projects
  • Initiate, coordinate, and follow up on corrective actions in cases of non-compliance with HSE requirements, as well as provide support in emergency and escalation situations
  • Develop and continuously improve HSE system documentation and work procedures, particularly by preparing project-specific HSE management plans for large-scale construction projects
  • Advise and support managers on all matters related to health, occupational safety, and environmental protection
  • Support and advise internal and external stakeholders on HSE-related topics
  • Manage and implement customer-specific HSE requirements and support conflict resolution when necessary
  • Prepare, analyze, and report HSE key performance indicators (KPIs), statistics, and evaluations
  • Identify opportunities for improvement and develop sustainable optimization measures
  • Design and prepare training and instructional materials
  • Conduct HSE training sessions, safety inductions, and information events
Qualifications
  • Completed training/certification as a Safety Specialist in accordance with the Austrian Safety Specialist Regulation (SFK-VO)
  • Qualification as a Safety Specialist in accordance with the German Law ("Fachkraft für Arbeitssicherheit" (Sifa)) in Germany is desirable, but not mandatory
  • Several years of professional experience (minimum 5 years) in the HSE field, preferably on large-scale construction sites or international projects
  • In-depth knowledge of current HSE management systems, standards, and best practices, as well as practical experience in applying HSE methods and tools
  • Experience as an internal auditor and trainer for HSE training and safety instruction programs
  • Strong communication, consulting, and reporting skills
  • Experience in creating, analyzing, and evaluating HSE KPIs and statistics
  • Very good written and spoken English; German language skills are an advantage
  • Willingness to travel extensively for international project assignments, including direct deployment at construction sites
  • Independent, structured, and solution-oriented way of working

What we offer?

Our benefits
Open-door culture
Our doors are always open. For us, transparency and openness are the basis for a trusting relationship.
The "we" counts
Building a team means more than combining skills. At Zauner, we see the whole person, creating genuine cohesion. We value everyone equally, regardless of age, gender, origin or sexual orientation. That’s why we live the you. Together, we achieve more
International
We work internationally on many exciting projects. Our teams are made up of colleagues from many nations. A unique opportunity to gain international experience.
Education and training
We support your personal and professional development. Goals and courses are coordinated annually, whether internally or externally - your further training is guaranteed with us. Keep on learning!
Easy work
Depending on the position and activity, every employee naturally receives everything they need to work with us: from safe work clothes to laptops and cars.
Works council
Our works council offers additional benefits such as allowances, discounts at partner companies, company future security and small gifts on special occasions.
Bring a friend
Employee referrals are important to us. We offer a generous bonus for the successful placement of new colleagues who share our values.
Have some fun
Whether on construction sites or in the office, we promote joint events and team-building activities, such as ski days, summer parties and Christmas parties, to strengthen team spirit and create our "Lasting Connections".
Welcome on board
We attach great importance to personal onboarding. New colleagues receive comprehensive training, a tour and a job-related introduction on their first day at work. We want our new heroes to feel part of the family straight away.
Connected to home
In order to maintain the connection to the family back home, we enable our employees on the construction sites to travel home regularly.

Compensation

Minimum collective salary
3.109,21 €

3.500,00 €

4.500,00 €
Please note that the collective agreement minimum salary under the attractive Austrian Metal Industry Collective Agreement amounts to € 3.109,21 gross per month. The actual salary will be determined based on your qualifications and professional experience and typically ranges between € 3.500 and € 4.500 gross per month.

Become part of the ZAUNERGROUP"

Contact person
A personal contact is particularly important to us at Zaunergroup. Even more so when it comes to new colleagues. Here you will find the right contact person for your application and, of course, for any questions you may have. We look forward to hearing from you.
Stefanie Geilehner
HR Manager
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