Health and Safety Engineer

Health and Safety Engineer
There is now an opportunity for you to join one of Europe's largest construction companies in building the new subway! We at Itinera are looking for a Health and safety engineer to be part of building the Arenastaden - Södra Hagalund station.
You will be part of a QHSE team and play a significant role as a Health and safety engineer in daily operations. You will also work closely with the HSE team at our client as well as the production team on site, which consists of about 30 colleagues in various roles. Our workplace is international and diverse, bringing together professionals from various backgrounds. This cultural mix fosters innovation and creativity, enhancing our collaborative efforts. You'll be part of a team that values inclusivity and leverages diverse perspectives to achieve excellence.
Main responsibilities as a Health and Safety Engineer
• Advise project management on Health and safety matters.
• Attend site meetings related to occupational health and safety.
• Plan and implement regular safety meetings with site personnel.
• Participate in "Toolbox" talks at the workplace.
• Prepare and update the Health and Safety Plan in compliance with legislation and company guidelines.
• Prepare documentation for health and safety at the construction site.
• Maintain and improve the project-specific health and safety system.
• Conduct induction training on health and safety for new hires.
• Handle and develop Health and Safety training and information for site personnel.
• Ensure understanding and observance of the Health and Safety Plan by all involved personnel, including contractors/subcontractors.
• Conduct regular internal health and safety audits within the project and identify improvement areas.
• Lead workplace safety inspections at the construction site.
• Investigate accidents, injuries, or near misses to determine causes and develop.
• Prepare reports on all accidents, including near misses, according to legislation, and keep appropriate records.
Qualifications
• A bachelor's degree in engineering, environmental science, occupational health and safety, or related field or a corresponding, relevant educational background or certifications in environmental management.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of relevant experience in QHSE management or a related field, preferably in the construction or engineering industry
• Experience with risk assessment, incident investigation, and corrective/preventive action processes.
• Strong knowledge of regulations, standards, and industry best practices.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to develop and deliver training programs on QHSE topics.
• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal in English and Swedish.
• Competence in conducting audits and inspections to assess compliance and identify areas for improvement.
What we offer
We are an international company, and the international atmosphere is tangible in our office and projects. You will have many different points of contact and, together with colleagues from various parts of the world, you will have opportunities to develop both in your role and as a person. There is a strong willingness to support and help each other at all levels within the organization, and we appreciate new ideas on how we can improve together. In the Solna project, you will be part of a positive and inspiring work group. Everyone has high competence in their areas and gladly shares knowledge and experiences.
Information and application
If you have any questions or concerns regarding the position, you are welcome to contact Ville in Itinera's HR department at Ville.Murtokangas@itineraspa.se, 073-519 08 48. Does Itinera and the position sound like something for you? If so, apply today; the deadline is 20 June, but selection is ongoing, and the position may be filled before the final application deadline.
About Itinera S.p.A
We are an international construction company with our roots in Italy, specializing in large-scale infrastructure and community building. The company was founded in 1938 and is part of the ASTM Group, which operates in more than 15 countries with 17,000 employees and a turnover of 3.1 billion euros in 2021. Itinera is the largest foreign construction company in the Nordic region and has several major ongoing infrastructure projects in Sweden. In Stockholm, in addition to the Hammarby Kanal station, we are working on the upcoming subway stations Södra Hagalund and Arenastaden, as well as building the new Skurubron in Nacka/Värmdö. Our goal is for sustainability to permeate all business activities. Development work is conducted in all markets where the company operates. In Sweden, we currently have 150 employees and our Swedish headquarters in Solna.
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