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HSE Specialist (m/f/d)

Hitachi, Ltd. is a Japanese multinational conglomerate that focuses on Social Innovation Business, combining IT, OT, and products to address societal challenges and contribute to a sustainable future.

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Employee count: 5000+

Portugal only

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Location:

Remote - Lisbon, Portugal

Job ID:

R0122627

Date Posted:

2026-05-18

Company Name:

HITACHI ENERGY PORTUGAL, S.A.

Profession (Job Category):

Legal, Compliance & Audit

Job Schedule:

Full time

Remote:

Yes

Job Description:

The opportunity:

We are looking for a Regional Health Safety and Environmental (HSE) specialist to join our HUB Europe HSE Team for our Transformers Business Unit!

In this role, you will provide essential support to European Geographical Areas (HUB) and Local Operating Units, focusing on HSE including strategic programs and continuous improvement.

We are considering different locations for this role: Portugal (Oeiras, Porto), Spain (Cordoba, Bilbao, Madrid, Zaragoza), Italy (Monselice & Milano) or others across Europe.

How you’ll make an impact:

  • Provide support to the different Business Units on a Local and Regional scale in HSE Programs.

  • Monitor and report on Business Unit processes support HUBs in implementing and improving HSE Management System, and KPIs.

  • Coordinate, deploy, and follow up on HSE Strategic Plans, proposing improvements.

  • Implement and monitor HSE Management System and HSE Strategic Improvement Programs and corrective actions.

  • Ensure an efficient level of HSE qualifications in each factory to meet existing and future capacity requirements, in line with the HSE Strategic programs.

  • Support preparation for and during Internal and External HSE Audits, following up on NCRs resolution.

  • Coordinate the use of IT systems to support HSE Strategic Development processes.

  • Evaluate HUB EUC progress in HSE Strategic programs and targets compliance.

  • Support HUB in learning from past incidents and implementing corrective actions from TRI and HPI investigations.

  • Improve and sustain HSE processes, documents, and other necessary elements.

Your background:

  • University Degree: Occupational Safety and Health (required) or similar.

  • Over 6 years of relevant experience as an HSE professional, preferably with international operations support and over 4 years, in HSE strategic plans and campaigns.

  • Experience in HSE roles within Servicing, Manufacturing, Testing, and HSE management and administration.

  • Experience with ISO 45001:2018, ISO 14001:2015, and ISO 50001:2018 standards, and HSE reporting and KPIs.

  • Willingness to travel regional & globally (10-20% time).

  • Exceptional communication skills in English.

More about us

We offer you the opportunity to work with fantastic people and develop yourself on projects that present great technical challenges and have a real impact. Wide range of benefits: health insurance, pension fund, welfare, flexible working type, flexible working hours.

Qualified individuals with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access the Hitachi Energy career site as a result of your disability. You may request reasonable accommodations by completing a general inquiry form on our website. Please include your contact information and specific details about your required accommodation to support you during the job application process.

This is solely for job seekers with disabilities requiring accessibility assistance or an accommodation in the job application process. Messages left for other purposes will not receive a response.

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Full Time

Experience level

Education

Bachelor degree

Experience

6 years minimum

Location requirements

Hiring timezones

Portugal +/- 0 hours

About Hitachi

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At Hitachi, our core mission is to 'contribute to society through the development of superior, original technology and products'. This foundational principle, established by our founder Namihei Odaira in 1910, continues to guide our endeavors as we navigate the complexities of the modern world. Our values of Harmony, Sincerity, and Pioneering Spirit are not just words; they are the bedrock of our corporate culture, shaping how we interact with our stakeholders, conduct our business, and innovate for the future. We believe in fostering a vibrant and enterprising company that is open to new ideas, respects the abilities of every employee, and inspires the confidence to tackle new challenges. This culture of empowerment and collaboration is crucial as we strive to deliver innovations that answer society's challenges. Our team, with its diverse talents and proven experience in global markets, is dedicated to inspiring the world.

Our commitment extends to creating a sustainable future. We are acutely aware of global challenges such as resource scarcity, energy demands, and environmental issues, and our vision is to be a leader in solving these through our Social Innovation Business. This involves combining advanced IT with operational technologies (OT) and products to create a future where people can live safer and richer lives. We are constantly pushing boundaries and seeking to co-create solutions with our customers and partners. Integrity, safety, and quality are paramount in all our operations, reaffirming our license to operate as a responsible corporate citizen. We are dedicated to open, transparent, and reliable business practices, valuing the environment and striving to build a prosperous community. At Hitachi, we are not just building products; we are building a better future, driven by a pioneering spirit and a steadfast commitment to societal progress.

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