Global BU HSE Fire and Explosion Program Lead

Global BU HSE Fire and Explosion Program Lead

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.

Job type Full time

Experience Experienced

Job function Legal, Compliance & Audit

Contract Regular

Publication date 2026-07-22

Reference number R0137972

About Hitachi Energy

We are a global leader in electrification, powering the electricity era to meet the energy demands of today, and the next 25 years. As the energy arm of Hitachi Group, over three billion people depend on our pioneering, mission-critical technologies to power their daily lives.

With over a century of innovation, we are addressing the most urgent energy challenge of our time: driving the evolution of the world’s energy system to ensure abundant, secure, affordable, and sustainable power for today’s generation and the next.

With an unparalleled installed base in over 140 countries, we are the grid ecosystem partner across the utility, industry, data center, and transportation sectors. Headquartered in Switzerland, we employ over 56,000 people in 60 countries and generate revenues of around $20 billion USD. We welcome you to apply today.