Global Head of Sustainability & HSE

The Global Sustainability/HSE team at ZF Wind Power is dedicated to driving the organization towards a more sustainable future. Led by the Head of Sustainability/HSE, this team is responsible for developing and implementing the company’s Sustainability/HSE strategy in collaboration with internal and external stakeholders. The team works closely with various departments worldwide, including HR, Legal, R&D, Finance, Purchasing/Supplier Quality, Logistics, and production sites, as well as divisional and corporate Sustainability/HSE functions.

Responsibilities:-

• Develop and roll out a comprehensive Sustainability/HSE strategy including target setting and aligned with the company’s goals and objectives.
• Ensure efficient and correct data collection, monitoring, analysis and internal and external reporting (e.g. CSRD) on Sustainability and HSE performance, identifying areas for improvement and implementing effective measures.
• Collaborate with HR, Legal, R&D, Finance, Logistics, Purchasing, Supplier Quality and the Production Locations to integrate Sustainability/HSE practices into all aspects of the business and ensure Sustainability/EHS compliance.
• Lead and manage the Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) function across multiple global production sites, overseeing the auditing process and ensuring compliance with all relevant regulations and standards.
• Team Management and stay updated on industry trends, best practices, and regulatory changes to ensure the company remains at the forefront of Sustainability and HSE.
• Promote a culture of sustainability and safety throughout the organization through training, communication, and engagement initiatives.
• Develop and implement training programs to enhance the skills and knowledge of employees in Sustainability and HSE practices.
• Engage and collaborate with divisional and group Sustainability and HSE functions to foster alignment and drive shared initiatives.

Qualification and Experience:-

• A Master’s degree in Science from a recognized university or equivalent professional experience.
• Over 15 years of proven experience in a senior sustainability and HSE role, preferably within a global or multi-site organization.
• Extensive knowledge of sustainability principles, HSE regulations, and best practices, with significant expertise in external reporting standards, including CSRD, and comprehensive knowledge of ISO 14001, 45001, and 50001.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, coupled with a strategic mindset and exceptional leadership and team management abilities, capable of inspiring and motivating others.

Location:-

• Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu.

Company Overview:-

ZF Wind Power puts wind energy in motion! The ZF Wind Power Business Unit is part of the ZF group which is known as one of the world’s leading automotive suppliers. Within our unit we develop, validate and service gear units used in wind turbines producing sustainable energy and we are doing this for more than 40 years! Today we build new drivetrain solutions to meet the requirements of the future. As wind turbines continue to grow we are continuously pushed outside of our engineering boundaries, which makes it a challenging engineering environment to work in