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Occupational Health and Safety Technician specialized in Construction

On-site in Las Palmas·Full-time·Added over a year ago (last checked 9 Oct)

Veolia

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Overview

Work mode
On-site, Las Palmas
Contract
Permanent contract, full-time hours
Education
Master's degree

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Skills

This job advert was originally written in Spanish.

Requirements

What we're looking for

Master's degree in OHS

Construction Management

The role

Veolia in Spain; it groups key companies, such as Canaragua Concesiones. In this environment of innovation and commitment, we are looking for an OHS Technician specialized in Construction in Gran Canaria 

What you'll do

What will your main functions be?
Draft Health and Safety Plans and carry out the appropriate management with a view to the preparation and delivery of the DPGO (Construction Preventive Management Documents).
Perform occupational risk assessments,  identifying and analyzing the specific risks of each task on site (working at heights, heavy machinery, electricity, etc.) as well as those of the workstations and the organization's centers.
Plan and execute staff training and awareness, through the delivery of talks, courses, and workshops so that workers are aware of the risks and protection measures.
Supervise the use of personal protective equipment (PPE), verifying that all operators correctly use helmets, harnesses, boots, gloves, etc...
Conduct investigations of accidents and incidents, analyzing the causes of occupational accidents and proposing corrective and preventive measures to avoid their repetition.
Carry out document management and ensure regulatory compliance, keeping the required legal documentation up to date (assessments, certificates, safety data sheets) and ensuring compliance with Royal Decree 39/1997.
Supervise the performance of the Coordination of Business Activities (CAE) with subcontractors through the e-coordina platform and Clients.
Coordinate various preventive and corrective actions with other safety agents, collaborating with the Health and Safety Coordination and Site Managers.
Carry out periodic inspections on site, through regular visits to detect unsafe conditions and correct them immediately.
Prepare preventive and corrective reports on assigned construction sites, identifying possible detected incidents as well as the appropriate actions and plans for their correction. 
Defend internal and external ISO 45001 audits with the different agents involved, providing the necessary documentation for their compliance.
Develop your work team, identifying areas for improvement and proposing action plans and specific training to improve and boost their growth in the position and in the company.
Foster group cohesion and work team motivation by carrying out actions that strengthen and improve relationships between people.
Support and help the rest of the operators, technicians, and operations managers in the supervision of the work performed when the service requires it.

Hiring process

3 steps2 interviews
  1. Application

  2. Interview with HR

    With HR team

  3. Interview with your future manager

    With a future manager

    Discuss the position and show your qualifications; in person or by video.

  4. Decision

  5. Onboarding

    Welcomed by your HR contact or manager and introduced to the teams.

About Veolia

Veolia is a global leader in optimized resource management, providing water, waste, and energy management solutions to municipalities and industries across more than 40 countries. With a workforce of over 200,000 employees, the company designs and implements services that help clients reduce their environmental footprint while improving operational efficiency. Veolia's activities span the entire water cycle, from treatment and distribution to wastewater management, as well as energy services and waste recovery.

In Spain, Veolia operates through several subsidiaries, including Aguas de Telde and Teidagua in the Canary Islands, and has a strong presence in regions like Catalonia, the Basque Country, and Madrid. The company is a major employer in the Spanish utilities and facilities management sector, with roles ranging from plant operators and maintenance technicians to engineers and project managers. For international professionals, Veolia offers opportunities to work on large-scale infrastructure projects, with a strong emphasis on safety, sustainability, and technical innovation, making it an attractive employer for those with engineering or operational backgrounds.

Founded
1853
Employees
200,000–250,000
Headquarters
Paris, France
In Spain
Madrid, Barcelona, Zamudio and 5 more
Website
veolia.com

Good to know if you are moving

  • Veolia has a significant presence in Spain, with offices and operations in Madrid, Barcelona, the Basque Country, and the Canary Islands, offering a wide range of roles across the country.
  • The company is a global leader in water, waste, and energy management, providing international professionals with opportunities to work on large-scale infrastructure projects.
  • Veolia offers roles in both Spanish and English, and while Spanish is often required for client-facing positions, technical and engineering roles may be accessible to non-native speakers.
  • The company is committed to sustainability and ecological transformation, making it an attractive employer for professionals passionate about environmental impact.
  • Veolia provides extensive training and development programs, including internships and apprenticeships, which can be a good entry point for international candidates.

In their own words

About the company & team

At Veolia we are present in more than 50 countries, with the aim of contributing to sustainable development by promoting innovative solutions. We seek more efficient ways to use natural resources, reduce pollution and fight climate change. 

We work mainly in three large areas: water management, guaranteeing its quality, reuse, and safe return to the environment; waste management  transforming them into resources through recycling, and energy services improving efficiency and reducing consumption and emissions in buildings, industries, and cities.

Additional information

What can we offer you?
Being part of a leading multinational company in the sector.
Permanent contract.
Flexibility.
Professional growth within the organization.
At Veolia, we know that professionals are the fundamental pillar of our corporate identity and our achievements. Therefore, we promote their integration through a firm commitment to equality between men and women, sharing our corporate culture, experience, and best practices.
As an inclusive company, we are committed to diversity and value all applications without any type of discrimination.

As an inclusive company, Veolia is committed to diversity and values all applications without discrimination.

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