Global BU HSE Fire and Explosion Program Lead (F/M/D)

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Location: Madrid, Madrid, Spain Job ID: R0137972 Date Posted: 2026-07-22 Company Name: HITACHI ENERGY SPAIN, S.A.U. Profession (Job Category): Legal, Compliance & Audit Job Schedule: Full time Remote: No Job Description: The Opportunity We are looking for a Global Fire and Explosion Safety Specialist to join our team as Program Lead. In this role, you will lead and manage our Fire and Explosion Safety Program, ensuring compliance with internal, industry, and regulatory standards across our global facilities. This is a unique opportunity to make a significant impact on our safety culture and operational excellence. We are considering different locations for this role in Spain (Córdoba, Bilbao, Madrid, Zaragoza). How you’ll make an impact Lead the BU Fire and Explosion Safety Program, including related processes and technical guidance. Assess and safeguard Fire and Explosion prevention systems on BU TR facilities, tools, and equipment. Develop and implement cross-functional strategies for Fire and Explosion safety measures and standards. Conduct risk assessments and implement risk mitigation strategies for Fire and Explosion safety. Provide training and develop technical competencies in Fire and Explosion safety at local sites. Define requirements for Fire and Explosion safety during purchasing, installation, commissioning, and maintenance. Coordinate with internal Real Estate projects to ensure compliance with legal and internal safety requirements. Investigate Fire and Explosion incidents, determine root causes, and prepare corrective and preventive action plans. Your background Bachelor’s degree in Industrial, Electrical, Mechanical, or Process Engineering, with a specialization in Fire and Explosion safety. Over 8 years of experience in relevant functions. In-depth understanding of EN (EU) Fire and Explosion Regulations, SEVESO, ATEX, British Standards, API, and NFPA requirements. Experience in defining and conducting Fire and Explosion safety inspections and audits. Proven ability to collaborate with insurance companies on Fire and Explosion prevention. Strong technical safety knowledge and experience in risk review for capital projects related to Fire and Explosion safety. Willingness to travel globally (10-20% time), and fluency in English. More about us Our flexible working practices help you optimize personal and business performance while creating an environment where all employees can develop their skills and grow. Our employee benefit programs are tailored to each country, depending on location of employment and job grade. We will provide more details about it during the interview process. Accessibility and reasonable accommodation 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. Use of Al and automated tools in recruitment As part of our recruitment process, Hitachi Energy uses digital and automated tools, including Al-supported solutions, to assist with activities such as application screening, job matching, and interview scheduling. These tools are designed to support our recruiters and do not replace human decision-making. Candidate data is processed in accordance with applicable data protection and employment laws as well as Hitachi's Global Data Privacy Notice. Background Screening and Security Checks As part of the hiring process, Hitachi Energy conducts pre-employment background checks that may include verification of employment history, education, criminal records, and other relevant information, in accordance with applicable laws. For certain roles—particularly those involving access to sensitive information, financial responsibilities, client data, regulated environments, or security-sensitive functions—additional or more comprehensive background or security screenings may be required. These may include, but are not limited to, enhanced criminal history checks, credit history reviews (where legally permissible), sanctions screening, or other due diligence measures aligned with the responsibilities of the position. The scope and depth of any background or security review will be determined based on the nature of the role and business necessity, and will always be conducted in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Candidates will be notified and, where required, asked to provide consent prior to the initiation of any such checks.