EHS Coordinator

Job Description

Workplace: Urnieta

How will you make a difference?

Reporting to the Site Director, the HSE Coordinator (Health, Safety & Environment) will be responsible for coordinating and ensuring the correct application of Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) policies and procedures at the worksite, guaranteeing compliance with applicable legal requirements and the company's internal standards.

Your mission will be to drive a preventive, environmental, and continuous improvement culture, developing and coordinating activities related to occupational risk prevention, occupational health, and environmental management, as well as the relationship and coordination with the Servicio de Prevención Ajeno (SPA) and other external organizations.

Likewise, you will provide support to the Quality area in the maintenance and improvement of the Integrated Management System, collaborating in those processes common to Quality, Environment, and Health and Safety systems, including document management, indicator monitoring, audits, and improvement actions.

What will your day-to-day look like?

• Coordinate and monitor Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) activities.
• Ensure compliance with legal, corporate, and applicable standards regarding Occupational Risk Prevention and Environment.
• Develop the preventive activities corresponding to the position and coordinate with the Servicio de Prevención Ajeno (SPA) the necessary actions, including health surveillance and preventive planning.
• Manage the Coordinación de Actividades Empresariales (CAE), Personal Protective Equipment (EPIs), emergencies, and other preventive actions, as well as monitor risk assessment and the investigation of accidents and incidents.
• Monitor environmental aspects and impacts, as well as HSE objectives and indicators.
• Coordinate and maintain ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 management systems, participating in the planning, preparation, and monitoring of internal and external audits.
• Drive training, awareness, and continuous improvement actions in Health, Safety, and Environment.
• Provide support to the Quality area in the maintenance and improvement of the Integrated Management System, collaborating in audits, document management, indicator monitoring, and improvement actions.

What do we want to know about you?

Education and knowledge

• Higher Technician in Occupational Risk Prevention.
• Technical or university education, preferably in Engineering.
• Solid knowledge of applicable regulations in Occupational Risk Prevention and Environment.
• Advanced knowledge in Coordinación de Actividades Empresariales (CAE).
• Knowledge of ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 management systems.
• Knowledge of Quality management systems is desirable, especially ISO 9001 and/or ISO 22163 (IRIS).

Experience

• Minimum 5 years of experience in management or coordination of Occupational Risk Prevention and Environment, preferably in an industrial environment.
• Experience in managing preventive activities and coordination with Servicios de Prevención Ajenos.
• Experience in ISO 14001 and/or ISO 45001 management systems and audits.
• Experience in Integrated Management Systems and Quality management systems is desirable.

Languages and tools

• English: high professional proficiency.
• Good command of Microsoft Office, especially Excel and PowerPoint.

Competencies

• Leadership and ability to coordinate cross-functional teams.
• Excellent communication and influence skills.
• Planning, organization, and priority management skills.
• Result orientation and ability to work in dynamic environments.
• Analytical capacity and problem-solving.
• Proactivity, autonomy, and a continuous improvement mindset.
• Attention to detail and rigor in document management.

Legal authorization to work in EU is required. We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas, now or in the future, for this job opening.

Please note that we do not accept agency candidate submissions without a formalized agreement with Wabtec Talent Acquisition. If you are an agency/third party Recruiter and have not been engaged by Wabtec for this search, we do not owe you a fee if you submit a candidate to the applicant tracking system that is ultimately hired.

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Additional Information

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Wabtec is a leading global provider of equipment, systems, digital solutions, and value-added services for the freight and transit rail sectors. With over 150 years of experience, we lead in safety, efficiency, reliability, innovation, and productivity. Whether in freight, transit, ports, logistics, mining, industry, or marine, our knowledge, technologies, and people are accelerating the future of transportation together. With roots dating back to George Westinghouse, Thomas Edison, and Louis Faiveley, Wabtec has always developed technologies and implemented solutions for key sectors that meet the needs of both customers and governments.

With approximately 30,000 people on our team worldwide, we deliver performance that moves the world forward. We are lifelong learners, with a constant passion for improvement. Discover more at www.WabtecCorp.com

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We believe that the best ideas are born from a combination of diverse experiences and backgrounds. At Wabtec, we work every day to create a place where everyone feels they belong and where diversity is valued. We are building a culture where leadership, inclusion, and your unique perspective drive progress.

We believe that the best ideas are born from a combination of experiences and backgrounds. At Wabtec, we strive every day to create an environment where everyone feels included. We are building a culture in which leadership, inclusion, and your unique perspective drive progress.

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