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Solar Construction Safety Management
Implement and enforce the Project HSE Plan for solar farm constructionOversee safety during:PV module installationMounting structure assemblyDC cabling and inverter installationSubstation and grid interconnection worksConduct daily site safety inspections and hazard assessmentsEnsure proper use of PPE specific to solar works (arc flash, electrical safety)Electrical & High-Risk Activity Safety
Monitor and control risks related to:DC electrical systems (live current hazards)Energization and commissioning activitiesWork at heights (panel installation, structures)Lifting operations (modules, trackers, equipment)Excavation and trenching for cable routingEnforce Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures during electrical worksEnsure compliance with safe energization protocolsEnvironmental Compliance (Solar Project Focus)
Ensure compliance with DENR regulations and ECC requirementsMonitor:Land disturbance and erosion controlWaste management (packaging, panels, hazardous waste)Dust, noise, and site runoffPromote environmental sustainability aligned with renewable energy goalsRegulatory Compliance & Standards
Ensure compliance with:DOLE Occupational Safety and Health Standards (OSHS)AFRY HSE policiesClient and EPC contractor requirementsSupport implementation of:ISO 45001 (Occupational Health & Safety)ISO 14001 (Environmental Management)Training & Safety Culture
Conduct solar-specific safety inductions for all workersLead toolbox talks focused on:Electrical safetyHeat stress management (open-field solar sites)Manual handling of solar panelsPromote a proactive and incident-free safety cultureIncident Management & Reporting
Investigate incidents, near-misses, and unsafe conditionsPrepare detailed HSE reports and corrective action plansTrack and report KPIs (TRIR, LTIFR, near misses, audit findings)Documentation & Coordination
Maintain HSE documentation, permits, and compliance recordsCoordinate with:Project ManagerEPC contractorsClient representativesGovernment agencies (DOLE, DENR) Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Environmental Science, or related field3–5+ years HSE experience in construction, preferably in:Solar / renewable energy projectsPower or infrastructure projectsCertified DOLE Safety Officer (SO2 or SO3)BOSH/COSH certification requiredPreferred Solar Experience
Experience in utility-scale solar PV farm constructionFamiliarity with:PV systems and DC/AC electrical safetyInverters, substations, and grid connectionExperience working in EPC or consultancy environmentsSkills & Competencies
Strong knowledge of Philippine HSE regulationsSolid understanding of electrical and construction safetyGood communication and leadership skillsAbility to work in remote, high-temperature site conditionsStrong observation, reporting, and problem-solving skillsWork Conditions
Site-based role (open-field solar farm environment)Exposure to:High temperatures and direct sunlightConstruction and electrical hazardsMay require extended working hours during peak construction/commissioning We offer the following to qualified candidates:
Friendly international working environment with a wide variety of interesting and challenging tasksCompetitive salary packageCareer opportunity in one of the largest international consulting and engineering companiesPossibility to grow professionally and advance in careerAt AFRY, we engineer change in everything we do. Change happens when brave ideas come together. When we collaborate, innovate technology, and embrace challenging points of view. That’s how we're making future. We are actively looking for qualified candidates to join our inclusive and diverse teams across the globe. Join us in accelerating the transition towards a sustainable future.