HSE Supervisor of Construction & Commiss

About the Voith Group

The Voith Group is a global technology company. With its broad portfolio of systems, products, services and digital applications, Voith sets standards in the markets of energy, paper, raw materials and transport & automotive. Founded in 1867, the company today has around 20,700 employees, sales of € 4,8 billion and locations in over 60 countries worldwide and is thus one of the larger family-owned companies in Europe.

Voith Hydro is hiring for:

HSE Supervisor of Construction & Commiss 
Remote
 

 

 Reasons you’ll love working here:

Safety Without Compromise
Voith Hydro is committed to an injury-free and environmentally responsible workplace, where HSE is a fundamental value embedded in all operations and leadership expectations.

Strong Leadership & HSE Governance
HSE performance is monitored through structured KPIs, compliance programs, and executive oversight, ensuring accountability and continuous improvement.

Dynamic Project-Based Work Environment
You will be directly involved in complex construction, commissioning, and outage (OTO) activities, supporting critical infrastructure and renewable energy projects across North America.

Collaborative Project Execution
Partner with project managers, field leaders, and clients to ensure safe, compliant, and high-quality execution of field operations.

Exposure to High-Impact HSE Programs
Support implementation of Voith’s core HSE programs, including risk management, hazard analysis, environmental compliance, and behavior-based safety initiatives.

 

Summary:

The HSE Supervisor – Construction & Commissioning is responsible for the field-level execution, monitoring, and enforcement of HSE programs across construction and commissioning activities.

This role supports the HSE Manager – Construction & Commissioning by ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements, client standards, and Voith Hydro’s HSE Management System, while actively promoting a strong safety culture across project sites. The position requires a strong field presence, technical competence, and the ability to engage with supervisors, contractors, and project teams to drive safe and environmentally responsible operations.

 

Responsibilities:

Field HSE Program Execution

• Support implementation of site-specific HSE plans, including:
• Site Safety Management Plans (SSMPs)
• Job Safety Analyses (JSAs)
• Emergency Response Plans
• Environmental Protection Plans
• Ensure consistent application of HSE requirements across all phases:
• Pre-mobilization and Planning
• Mobilization
• Construction / commissioning
• Demobilization

Site Safety Oversight & Risk Management

• Conduct routine field inspections, audits, and risk assessments to ensure safe work practices.
• Support high-risk operations including:
• Hazardous Material and Waste Management
• Lifting and rigging
• Electrical work and commissioning
• Confined space entry
• Lockout/Tagout (LOTO)
• Provide on-site HSE support during:
• Client audits
• Regulatory inspections
• Critical project activities

Environmental Compliance (Field Operations)

• Support implementation of environmental controls at project sites, including:
• Spill prevention and response
• Waste management and handling
• Protection of surrounding environment during construction
• Ensure compliance with applicable environmental regulations and project-specific requirements.
• Assist with environmental documentation and reporting requirements associated with field activities, aligned with broader regulatory programs (e.g., waste management and reporting practices).

 

Incident Investigation & Reporting

• Participate in incident investigations, including:
• Data collection and fact finding
• Root cause analysis
• Development of corrective and preventive actions
• Support tracking a