The EHS Manager is responsible for ensuring the effective implementation and compliance of Health, Safety and Environment (EHS) standards across construction sites and project activities. The role supports project teams from the planning phase through execution, ensuring that safety and environmental risks are properly identified, assessed, controlled and monitored. The position also plays a key role in fostering a strong EHS culture, ensuring regulatory compliance, coordinating training initiatives, managing incident reporting and investigations, and supporting environmental protection across all projects within scope.

Job Description

Key Responsibilities

1. Site Preparation

• Coordinate with project teams to integrate safety and environmental requirements from the planning phase.
• Assess safety and environmental risks before the start of work.
• Ensure all required documentation, such as safety plans and environmental impact assessments, is prepared and approved before mobilization.

2. Construction Site Safety Management

• Ensure compliance with applicable safety standards and regulations within the assigned scope.
• Support project teams in the development of safety plans for each project during site preparation and validate those plans.
• Conduct regular EHS inspections on construction sites.
• Report hazardous situations (EHS concerns) and stop work immediately when risks are not adequately controlled.
• Train and raise awareness among staff on GE Vernova EHS standards, especially during the onboarding of new personnel.
• Coordinate EHS training delivery as needed.
• Report EHS incidents and accidents in line with escalation standards.
• Conduct investigations, identify root causes, and implement immediate, corrective, and preventive actions using the Gensuite Projects and Services tool.
• Review project EHS plans and site procedures during mobilization and update them as required.
• Coordinate EHS programs and support the GE Vernova Site Manager, supervisors and subcontractors in their implementation.
• Build strong working relationships with operational teams and contribute to the expected EHS culture and performance across all operations.

3. Environmental Management

• Ensure compliance with environmental standards across all projects.
• Develop and implement environmental management plans.
• Monitor the environmental impact of construction and operational activities.
• Collaborate with local authorities and stakeholders to minimize the environmental impact of projects.

4. Communication and Reporting

• Prepare and present regular safety and environmental reports to the PCS SEMEA EHS Manager and other stakeholders.
• Maintain open and transparent communication with all stakeholders to support collaboration and alignment.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum Diploma degree in Safety, Environment, related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in safety and environmental management on construction sites.
• Strong knowledge and practical experience with major regulatory and environmental approval programs.
• In-depth knowledge of safety and environmental regulations in Turkey.
• Fluency in Turkish and professional proficiency in English.

Desired Characteristics

• Experience in the renewable energy sector is preferred.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Familiarity with ISO 45001 and ISO 14001
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Ability to communicate effectively with a wide range of stakeholders and audiences, adapting to different situations.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to train teams and promote EHS awareness.
• Ability to manage and develop staff in remote locations.
• Team player with experience working in a multi-site organization and across diverse cultures.
• Willingness to travel frequently to construction sites.
• Flexibility to work according to project needs and schedules.

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