Renewables Head of HSSE – Philippines Relocation – Open to Expats

About the job

Head of HSSE – Philippines (Onshore Wind, Solar, BESS)

Location: Philippines

Employment: Full-time

Open to expatriate candidates willing to relocate to the Philippines

Overview

This is a very senior HSSE leadership role overseeing multiple construction sites across the Philippines, with a primary focus on onshore wind, alongside solar and BESS assets. The position serves as the technical HSSE authority for project execution, with a strong emphasis on heavy lifting, rigging, and installation of large infrastructure components (1,000–1,200 MT). Given the seniority, compensation will be high and aligned with the responsibility of managing critical risk across several major projects.

APAC experience (beyond India alone) is a must-have, and direct onshore wind lifting and rigging experience is also mandatory.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead HSSE oversight across multiple construction sites within the Philippines.
• Provide technical HSSE input across construction planning and execution.
• Oversee lifting, rigging, and installation activities for large components (1,000–1,200 MT).
• Ensure safe execution of logistics, transportation, and installation works.
• Assess HSSE risks related to lifting operations, weather conditions, and site execution.
• Implement HSSE systems and controls across construction-phase assets.
• Manage contractor HSSE performance across EPC and construction partners.
• Conduct site inspections, audits, and verification of critical risk controls.
• Ensure HSSE requirements are embedded into project design, procurement, and execution.

Key Technical Requirements

• Strong HSSE background in construction environments (not operations).
• Proven experience in heavy lifting and rigging safety for large-scale installations.
• Deep understanding of:
• Lifting plans and rigging methodologies.
• Weather limitations for heavy lifts.
• Transport and logistics risk management.
• Experience across large infrastructure projects such as:
• Onshore wind construction (this is a non-negotiable must-have).
• Mining or processing plants.
• Large civil infrastructure.
• EPC contractor environments.

Experience Requirements

• 15+ years HSSE experience.
• Multi-site construction project experience.
• APAC regional experience is mandatory – candidates must have worked across Asia-Pacific markets, not only in India.
• Renewable energy exposure, particularly onshore wind, is highly advantageous and strongly preferred.

Additional Requirements

• Strong site-based approach with frequent travel across project locations in the Philippines.
• Ability to operate at a senior leadership level, engaging with EPC partners, contractors, and internal stakeholders while maintaining a strong safety culture.