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Greenvolt

Develops biomass, wind, solar, storage assets

Head of Health, Safety & Environment - Corporate

Full-TimeUpdated on 10/15/2026
No salary listed
Expert
Master's
Lisbon, Portugal
HybridTwo days of teleworking per week; international travel required.
Facilities OperationsEnvironmental Health & Safety

About the job

Requirements
  • A Master's degree in Engineering, Environmental Sciences, Occupational Health & Safety, or a related field.
  • A Health & Safety professional qualification at minimum Level VI.
  • At least 10 years of HSE experience in corporate, multi-site, and international environments.
  • Strong knowledge of ISO 45001 and ISO 14001.
  • Fluency in English and Portuguese.
  • Availability for international travel.
Responsibilities
  • Lead implementation and continuous evolution of the Group HSE strategy across businesses, projects, and geographies.
  • Develop and strengthen HSE governance, policies, standards, and management systems, aligning them with international best practices and ISO 45001 and ISO 14001 requirements.
  • Drive HSE performance management through KPIs, reporting, risk management, audits, and assurance programmes.
  • Ensure compliance with applicable legal and regulatory requirements while promoting proactive risk identification and mitigation.
  • Partner with business leaders and operational teams to embed HSE into decision-making, project development, and day-to-day operations.
  • Foster a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement across the Group's international operations.
  • Support integration of HSE priorities within the Sustainability and ESG agenda, contributing to long-term value creation and responsible growth.
  • Represent Greenvolt in industry forums, certification processes, and external stakeholder engagements, bringing evolving HSE trends and best practices into the organisation.
Desired Qualifications
  • Experience in renewable energy, energy, construction, infrastructure, or similar operational environments is highly valued.
  • Spanish language skills are a plus.

About the company

Greenvolt is a pan-European independent power producer and renewable energy developer focused on three pillars: sustainable biomass, utility-scale wind and solar projects, and distributed generation. It manages the full lifecycle of green energy assets—from development and construction to operation and strategic asset rotation—across multiple geographies. Its products come from electricity generation tied to long-term power purchase agreements, with revenue also derived from the strategic sale of mature renewable assets. The company is expanding into battery energy storage to enhance grid flexibility. Greenvolt distinguishes itself through strong execution capabilities, deep technical expertise, and a growing project pipeline supported by solid institutional backing. Its goal is to accelerate the global energy transition by enabling large-scale renewable developments and decentralized self-consumption, improving grid reliability, and helping customers reduce their carbon footprints.

Company Size

201-500

Company Stage

IPO

Headquarters

Lisbon, Portugal

Founded

2005

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What believers are saying

  • Statkraft signed a 10-year tolling deal on September 29, 2026 for 400 MW.
  • UniCredit financed €218 million on August 27, 2026 for Polish BESS.
  • Siedlce started construction September 25, 2026, expanding Greenvolt's 12.8 GW pipeline.

What critics are saying

  • Ełk must hit Q4 2026 COD or Greenvolt loses Polish storage credibility.
  • Greenvolt's growth depends on KKR injections, UniCredit bridges, and refinancing windows.
  • Merchant storage margins in Poland face price compression and regulation shifts before 2028.

What makes Greenvolt unique

  • Greenvolt pairs 2026 BESS execution with long-dated offtakes and capacity-market contracts.
  • KKR funded €203 million in 2026, backing Greenvolt's aggressive buildout.
  • Greenvolt spans biomass, utility-scale renewables, and distributed generation across Europe.

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Benefits

Flexible Work Hours

Professional Development Budget

Training Programs

Growth & Insights and Company News

Headcount

6 month growth

30%

1 year growth

30%

2 year growth

32%
Renewables Now Ltd
Aug 27th, 2026
Greenvolt lands UniCredit debt for 400 MW of Polish BESS

Portuguese renewable energy company Greenvolt Group said on Thursday it has closed a EUR-218-million (USD 253.9m) funding deal with Italy’s UniCredit SpA (BIT:UCG) supporting two of its Polish battery projects totalling 400 MW/1,600 MWh.

Media9Par, S.A.
Sep 19th, 2025
Greenvolt Completes €50M Capital Increase

Greenvolt completed the second phase of its capital increase, raising an additional €50 million. The first phase, amounting to €100 million, occurred in August. This brings the total capital increase to €150 million, fully subscribed by shareholder KKR. The recent €50 million was contributed by GVK Omega, SGPS. Following this, Greenvolt's subscribed and paid-up capital now totals €917.1 million, represented by 205,348,791 ordinary shares.

ESG Today
Jul 31st, 2025
KKR Commits $170 Million to Grow Clean Energy Platform Greenvolt - ESG Today

Clean energy developer and producer Greenvolt announced today a €150 million (USD$171 million) share capital increase, fully subscribed by alternative asset and private equity investor KKR, aimed at supporting its growth, with a particular focus on its large-scale battery storage solutions. Founded in 2021, Portugal-based Greenvolt was acquired by KKR in 2024 for €1.2 billion. […]

Media9Par, S.A.
Jul 31st, 2025
Greenvolt Raises €150M with KKR Investment

Greenvolt is increasing its capital by €150 million through an investment from KKR, conducted in two phases: €100 million in early August and €50 million by September 30. This move aligns with Greenvolt's strategic plan and enhances its execution capacity, particularly in utility-scale projects and large-scale battery storage solutions. The company aims to strengthen its position in the energy transition, with significant investments planned in this technology.

Greenvolt Group
Jul 31st, 2025
Share Capital Increase - €150 Million - Greenvolt

Greenvolt Group Announces €150 Million Share Capital Increase Fully Subscribed by KKR