HSE MANAGER – SOLAR & BATTERY ENERGY STORAGE (BESS)

LOCATION: Alamogordo, New Mexico
INDUSTRY: Renewable Energy / Utility-Scale Solar / Construction

THE OPPORTUNITY

Our client, a growing renewable energy division of a large multinational organization, is seeking an experienced Health, Safety & Environmental (HSE) Manager to oversee safety and environmental compliance on a major utility-scale solar and Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) construction project in Alamogordo, New Mexico.

This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on safety professional who thrives in a fast-paced construction environment and is passionate about building a strong safety culture.

Reporting to the Regional HSE Manager and working closely with the site construction management team, the successful candidate will take ownership of site HSE programs, ensuring employees, contractors and subcontractors operate safely while maintaining compliance with regulatory requirements and minimizing environmental impacts.

We are looking for a proactive leader who is comfortable being visible in the field, identifying potential hazards before they become incidents and working collaboratively with project leadership to maintain a safe and productive worksite.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop, implement and maintain site-specific Health, Safety & Environmental (HSE) Plans and Emergency Response Plans in accordance with company policies, client requirements and applicable regulations.
• Provide day-to-day HSE leadership and guidance to construction management, employees, contractors and subcontractors.
• Conduct job hazard analyses, risk assessments and safety reviews to identify potential hazards and establish effective preventative measures.
• Develop safe work procedures and special-risk work plans for high-risk construction activities.
• Coordinate and deliver employee and subcontractor safety orientations, training programs, toolbox talks and ongoing safety awareness initiatives.
• Lead internal and external safety inspections and audits, ensuring deficiencies are documented, corrective actions are implemented and compliance is maintained.
• Investigate incidents, accidents and near misses, conducting root cause analysis using TapRooT or comparable methodologies.
• Oversee workplace injury management and coordinate appropriate medical care, reporting and return-to-work activities in collaboration with construction management.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA regulations, industry standards and applicable environmental legislation.
• Represent the HSE function during client meetings, project reviews and regulatory inspections.
• Monitor safe work practices involving cranes, lifting and rigging operations, civil construction, hazardous energy control, confined spaces and working at heights.
• Ensure appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) and collective protection systems are available, maintained and properly utilized.
• Identify and manage environmental risks, including spill prevention, containment, cleanup and corrective actions.
• Promote a proactive safety culture through strong communication, coaching, accountability and continuous improvement.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

The successful candidate will meet one of the following qualification pathways:

Option 1:

• Minimum 5 years of HSE experience supporting comparable construction projects.
• Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Health & Safety, Safety Management or a related discipline, OR a recognized professional safety designation such as CSP, CIH, CHST or equivalent.

Option 2:

• Minimum 7 years of directly related HSE experience on comparable construction projects, in lieu of a degree or professional designation.

Additional Requirements:

• Previous professional HSE experience working in the United States is mandatory.
• Strong knowledge of OSHA regulations, construction safety standards and regulatory compliance.
• Demonstrated experience managing safety programs on large-scale construction or industrial projects.
• Practical knowledge of crane operations, lifting and rigging, civil construction, lockout/tagout, confined space entry, working at heights and job hazard assessments.
• Experience conducting safety audits, incident investigations and root cause analysis.
• Strong leadership, communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence safety performance at all organizational levels.
• Valid U.S. driver’s licence and ability to travel as required.
• Willingness and ability to work on site in Alamogordo, New Mexico, following the established rotation schedule.
• Ability to perform field-based duties in varying outdoor conditions, including heat, cold, noise and physically demanding construction environments.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous experience on utility-scale solar construction projects is strongly preferred.
• Experience supporting Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) installations is an asset.
• BCSP or NASP safety certifications.
• OSHA 500/501 certification.
• NCCER Instructor certification.
• Experience with TapRooT or similar structured incident investigation methodologies.

COMPENSATION & PROJECT DETAILS

• Hourly Rate: $40–$45 USD per hour.
• Work Schedule: Monday to Friday, approximately 10 hours per day, with 8-hour Saturdays as required.
• Rotation: 8 weeks on site followed by 1 week off.
• Per Diem: $120 USD per day, paid 7 days per week while on rotation. Per diem is not paid during the rotation break.
• Travel: Company-paid rotation travel.
• Accommodation: Candidates are responsible for arranging their own lodging, supported by the daily per diem.
• Vehicle: Company truck provided for work-related use at the Alamogordo project site.

WHY JOIN OUR CLIENT?

This opportunity offers the chance to play a key leadership role on an active, large-scale renewable energy construction project while contributing to the continued growth of an expanding division within an established multinational organization.

You will have the opportunity to:

• Take ownership of site HSE performance on a utility-scale solar and battery storage project.
• Work directly with construction leadership and influence safety practices across the project.
• Join a growing organization operating in the renewable energy sector.
• Benefit from competitive hourly compensation, a generous daily per diem, paid rotation travel and a company vehicle for site use.
• Contribute to projects supporting the continued development of renewable energy infrastructure.

If you are an experienced construction HSE professional with strong field leadership skills and a commitment to safety excellence, we would welcome the opportunity to speak with you.

Qualified and interested applicants are encouraged to apply today in confidence by sending their resume as an MS Word document to info@indemand.ca.

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