ACCIONA Energía is the biggest 100% renewable energy company with no fossil legacy in the world. With more than 30 years of experience and operations in 20 countries on five continents, ACCIONA Energía offers a wide portfolio of tailored energy solutions so that its corporate and institutional clients can meet their decarbonisation goals. This includes the development, engineering, construction, operation and maintenance of renewable power plants -mainly wind and photovoltaic technologies-, energy sales and management and marketing, energy services, self-consumption, electric mobility and new technologies such as storage and green hydrogen. ACCIONA Energía is governed by the most demanding environmental, social and corporate governance (ESG) criteria.

Acciona Energía is seeking a Health and Safety Manager to join our Corporate Quality, Safety, Environmental, and Sustainability team in Chicago. This role offers a balance between office work and travel to project locations across North America, overseeing Wind, PV, and Battery Storage sites in operation and under construction. Responsibilities include ensuring compliance with OSHA, Canadian MOL, and ISO 45001:2018 standards, conducting audits, providing regulatory guidance, and delivering hands-on training—including working at heights and confined space rescue drills.

At Acciona, safety is our top priority, and this role is essential to maintaining and strengthening our safety culture. We are looking for someone who is passionate about protecting people, proactive in identifying risks, and committed to making safety an integral part of everything we do. If that sounds like you, we’d love to hear from you!

• Develop, implement and maintain core Industrial Safety and Hygiene policies, procedures, and systems based on US OSHA, Canadian MOL, and ISO 45001:2018 Occupational Health and Safety Management System to increase effectiveness and efficiency of Acciona Energy USA Global.
• Organize and provide WTG Working at Heights and Confined Space Rescue competency verification and drill participation (this involves substantial physical effort, physical conditioning, small spaces, and working at heights).
• Write policy, procedures, and forms to ensure regulatory compliance and intuitive use (good grammar necessary).
• Develop and build professional relationships with technicians, lead technicians, site managers, engineers, construction managers, support staff, and senior management.
• Administer database and mine for trends, potential corrections, and improvements.
• Design and supervise emergency action plans and drills, follow through on improvement actions.
• Teach various safety classes including ACP/OSHA 10-hour, LOTO, confined space rescue, electrical safety, etc.
• Travel to sites to provide instruction, auditing, and support.
• Provide program administration and support for ISO 45001 (primary), 9001, and 14001 (supporting).
• Provide regulatory analysis, advice, and expertise for emerging, proposed and existing regulations at federal, state, and local levels.
• Represent the Acciona Energy USA Global with external organizations and regulatory bodies.
• Conduct investigations of incidents and near misses at AEUG sites – both operational and under construction. Investigate incidents on various sites, determine root causes, provide corrective actions, and follow through on implementation.
• Assess reports and data compiled by contractors, consultants, government agencies, and others to determine health and safety impact and ensure compliance with technical specifications or regulatory and/or permit requirements.
• Provide support for preparing regulatory reports or other compliance submittals.
• Assist with managing (including the screening and selection) contractors assigned to supporting various projects. As part of risk management responsibilities, review the work product of contractors and identify needs to meet project expectations.
• Participate in professional, industry, and/or regulatory organizations and associations, as required, to help achieve Acciona’s strategic goals in shaping legislation, state and federal agency policies/guidance, etc.
• Conduct audits of North American sites to determine compliance with internal and external regulatory requirements.
• Provide information and support to team members.
• Responsibilities as assigned.

• Minimum 4-years in a safety-related position.
• Public speaking experience including training and presentation of reports.  Ability to verbally communicate over phone calls, web-based presentations, small groups, and large groups.
• Proven excellent writing skills in English, with the ability to clearly and effectively communicate complex information. A strong foundation in English composition (e.g. two years of coursework) is required. This role involves drafting policies, procedures, training materials, internal company reports, and reports to regulatory agencies, so attention to detail, clarity, and professionalism in writing are essential.
• Ability to work in harsh outdoor environments and climb 120 meters of ladder and to assist in a rescue of an injured worker (after training and qualification process). Pass a fit-to-climb medical exam and maintain physical conditioning.
• Ability to instruct personnel in rescue training (after training and qualification process).
• Ability to think and analyze situations in a fast-paced environment.
• Leadership skills including earning respect, active listening, goal setting,
• Basic knowledge of hand tool use and safety.
• Basic knowledge of electrical testing equipment and safety.
• Proficient in the following application programs: Microsoft Office (MS Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Teams), Adobe Acrobat Standard.
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license.
• Overnight travel 25-50%. Some travel will be incident-related emergency travel.
• Must hold or be eligible to hold a U.S. Passport and travel to Canada.

Desired:

• Advanced technical knowledge of Industrial Safety disciplines (General Industry, Construction, Behavior Based Safety, Human Performance, etc.) related to construction and operation of power generation projects; and related U.S. and Canadian federal, state, and local laws and regulations.
• Wind experience in WTG construction, maintenance, and major correctives.
• Solar experience in plant construction, maintenance, and major maintenance.
• BESS experience in plant construction, maintenance, and major maintenance.
• Experience with programmatic (Compliance and Performance) audits/inspections, including record keeping, and action-item resolution

Benefits:

• Base salary band: $ 95,000 to $ 125,000 (based on experience, education, and skillset)
• Annual Company Bonus
• Comprehensive Benefits starting on Day 1, including medical, dental, and vision insurance for you and eligible dependents, plus an Employee Assistance Program (EAP), HSA company contributions, and FSA options. After 90 days, you'll also have access to life insurance, disability coverage, paid parental leave, and optional plans
• 401(k) with company match and immediate vesting after 90 days
• 15 days of PTO (with 1 additional day per year of service), 9 public holidays, and 2 flexible holidays
• $50 monthly reimbursement for health, wellness, or fitness-related memberships and equipment
• Career development and growth opportunities, along with access to technical, skills, and language training programs, including tuition reimbursement
• Downtown Chicago office, featuring a modern, open layout with plenty of collaborative spaces and breakout areas. Daily perks include coffee, complimentary healthy snacks, and free access to the building’s fitness center
• Hybrid work schedule, with 3 days in the office and 2 days working from home, plus early Fridays with a 3 p.m. cut-off

As a company that values diversity as a source of talent, we work to foster an inclusive environment that promotes respect, belonging and engagement so that all people can participate on an equal opportunity basis. We invite everyone to apply regardless of origin, circumstances, background or condition.