Health & Safety and Civil Defense Officer

ContourGlobal, a KKR Company, led by CEO Antonio Cammisecra, is an established Independent Power Producer (IPP) developing, acquiring, and operating electricity generation and storage assets worldwide. The company currently manages 5.3 GW of installed capacity across different power generation technologies and asset categories, with an additional 1 GW of renewables under construction and a further 9.8 GW under development. 

The operational footprint of the company extends to 18 countries across Europe, Africa, Asia, North and South America. The company has committed to speed up the decarbonization of its portfolio with a sustainable transition of its thermal fleet, the repowering of existing renewable assets and the organic development of new renewable projects. ContourGlobal boasts 20 years of a strong collaboration with communities, institutions, and customers that benefit from its electricity supply through long-term contracts or innovative PPAs, coupled with energy management solutions.

We are looking for a Health & Safety and Civil Defense Officer.
Location: Goris, Armenia (with regular presence at 3 hydropower plants and reservoirs)

Job Summary:

As Health & Safety and Civil Defense Officer, you will join our HSE team! In this role, you will report to the Health and Safety Manager, Armenia and will have the opportunity to support the activities of the HSE team in our 3 hydropower plants and reservoirs. Join us to drive the right power forward and make clean energy the natural choice for all! 

Key Responsibilities:

You will be responsible for:

• Develop, implement, and monitor occupational health and safety policies, procedures, and standards in compliance with local legislation and company standards. 
• Conduct regular workplace inspections and risk assessments to identify hazards and recommend corrective actions. 
• Investigate workplace incidents, accidents, and near-misses; prepare reports and ensure implementation of preventive measures. 
• Coordinate employee safety training programs, drills, and awareness campaigns. 
• Maintain accurate records of inspections, incidents, and compliance reports. 
• Prepare and maintain the company’s emergency response plans (fire safety, evacuation, rescue operations, etc.). 
• Liaise with local civil defense authorities to ensure full compliance with regulations and requirements. 
• Stay updated with national laws, civil defense requirements, and international HSE standards. 
• Support internal and external audits, ensuring timely closure of corrective actions. 
• Develop, monitor, and report Health & Safety and Civil Defense Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to measure performance and compliance levels. 
• Promote a culture of accountability and continuous development in health and safety practices. 

Qualifications and Skills:

Your profile is a natural match if you have:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in occupational health & safety, Environmental Science, Engineering, or a related field. 
• Experience: Minimum 3-5 years of proven experience in HSE and civil defense roles, preferably in energy production. 
• Skills: Ability and readiness to work on-site at plants and field locations, ensuring accessibility to different operational areas as required. 
• Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Proficiency in written and spoken English. 
• NEBOSH International General Certificate (or higher). 
• First Aid, Fire Safety, and Civil Defense-approved training. 

What drives your application forward:

• ISO 45001 Lead Auditor/Implementer certification is an advantage. 
• Strong knowledge of local occupational safety laws and civil defense regulations. 
• Solid understanding and proven experience in construction and energy sector safety practices, including expertise in high-risk activities such as working at height, lifting operations, excavation, confined spaces, and electrical safety. 
• Ability to work under pressure and respond effectively during emergencies. 
• Good communication and training delivery skills. 

Our Values

• «We» is our greatest asset
• We respect and protect the environment
• We are doers, committed to doing things right
• We act with integrity and transparency
• We think and act like entrepreneurs

You can find here more about our Purpose, Mission and Values.

Working@CG:

• Health insurance, personal accident insurance, robust training and development opportunities, engaging team-building events, and lifetime event rewards.
• As a globally integrated team, we push boundaries, work collaboratively, and remain agile in the pursuit of excellence. With an entrepreneurial mindset, we encourage initiative and innovation. At ContourGlobal you are an employee, and you are also an owner. Our Employee Ownership Program allows our employee-owners to make a difference and drive the right power forward and make clean energy the natural choice for all!
• We foster a culture where individuals are empowered to succeed, contribute and shape the future of sustainable energy.
• Cross-border collaboration shapes our way of working: our diverse workforce reflects the multicultural environment we embrace every day.
• We offer a competitive compensation package: we believe in meritocracy and rewarding meaningful contributions.
• We enjoy making the most of our shared spaces to foster teamwork and collaboration. At the same time, our flexible working policy allows us to prioritize results while supporting wellbeing and a healthy work-life balance.

Interested in joining our company?

We know that skills and experience come in different forms, and we value diverse perspectives.

If you’re excited about this role but you think you still need to learn some of the required skills, we’d still love to hear from you. You are much more than your CV, so come as you are and tell us who you aspire to become! The most important skills are collaboration, respect, trustworthiness and execution. So go ahead—apply, and let’s contribute to the new energy transition together!

ContourGlobal provides equal employment opportunities and maintains a diverse workforce that reflects the rich environment of the society we live in and markets we operate.