Head of Health, Safety, and Wellbeing

Join Ferrovial : Where Innovation Meets Opportunity

Are you ready to elevate your career with a global leader in infrastructure solving complex problems and generating a positive outcome on people’s lives? At

Ferrovial , we are not just a company; we are a community of innovators and trailblazers. Listed on three major stock markets : Nasdaq (US), Euronext Amsterdam (Netherlands) and IBEX 35 (Spain), we are also member of the Dow Jones Sustainability Index and FTSE4Good. We operate in more than 15 countries and have a workforce of over 24,000 professionals worldwide, including Highways, Airports, Construction, and Energy.

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is internationally recognized for its capacity to design and build civil engineering and construction projects, mainly in large transportation infrastructure. Its track‑record to date includes more than 304 miles of tunnels, 11,930 miles of roads (including 2,485 miles of highways), 2,920 miles of railroad lines (including 434 miles of high‑speed railroads) and 16,994 miles of road maintenance and repair.

Why Ferrovial?

Global presence, local impact : Be part of a company that is shaping the future of infrastructure worldwide, with challenging roles and projects that make a real difference.

Collaborative excellence : Work alongside talented professionals in a collaborative environment where your ideas and contributions are valued.

Inclusive Culture : Thrive in an innovative and respectful workplace that values every voice, celebrates what makes us unique and turns differences into innovation.

Career growth : Benefit from global and cross‑business unit mobility, with development processes designed to ensure your professional growth.

Compelling benefits and employee wellbeing : Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that rewards your hard work and dedication and take advantage of initiatives designed to support your physical and psychological health.

Productivity tools : Utilize cutting‑edge tools like Microsoft Copilot to enhance your productivity and efficiency.

Job Description About The Role As Head of Health, Safety & Wellbeing, you will play a pivotal role in shaping and executing Ferrovial’s HSW strategy at both corporate and business unit levels. This position leads internal and external reporting, drives audit programs, and acts as the key interlocutor for sustainability indexes and compliance processes. You will collaborate across departments, manage strategic projects, and ensure the highest standards of health, safety, and wellbeing are embedded throughout the organization, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and international best practices.

Key Responsibilities Reporting and Communication

Prepare and manage reports for the Board of Directors, Management Committee, and other meetings.

Help develop and keep corporate reporting tools up to date.

Handle external reporting requirements, including CSRD for Ferrovial’s Annual Report and 20‑F, and conduct necessary assessments.

Audit and Compliance

Lead the HSW team in carrying out internal and external audits covering health, safety, and wellbeing data.

Work with other departments to support the audit process.

Take part in legal and ethical compliance activities.

Help review and improve Ferrovial’s sustainability‑linked financing plans.

Strategic Leadership and Collaboration

Represent health and safety for sustainability indexes like DSJI and FTSE4Good.

Contribute to Ferrovial’s overall strategy, making sure health, safety, and wellbeing are considered.

Support the rollout of HSW strategic plans across business areas.

Manage and oversee key projects in the HSW Strategic Plan.

Work with HSW leaders in different business units to ensure consistency.

Performance Monitoring and Risk Management

Track and report on progress and KPIs for the strategic plan every quarter.

Assist with risk management by evaluating key health and safety risks at the group level.

Departmental Coordination and Office Management

Serve as the main contact for health, safety, and wellbeing matters in any corporate department.

Coordinate health and safety activities at the Amsterdam office.

Plan and run HSW communication campaigns with the Communications team to encourage awareness and participation.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in occupational health, safety management, or a related field is required; an advanced degree is a plus.

At least 10 years of experience in health, safety, and wellbeing roles, including work in international environments

Strong knowledge of regulatory requirements and international health and safety standards.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills for sharing complex HSW concepts within the organization.

Good analytical and problem‑solving abilities to support data‑driven decisions.

Experience with managing multiple projects or initiatives at the same time.

Ability to collaborate with cross‑functional teams and build strong working relationships.

Fluent in English and Spanish, both spoken and written.

Seize the challenge. Move the world together!

Innovative, creative, respectful, and diverse are some of the ways we describe ourselves. We are motivated by challenges, and we collaborate across our business units to move the world together. Your journey to a fulfilling career starts here!

Ferrovial is an equal opportunity employer. We treat all jobs applications equally, regardless of gender, color, race, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, disability, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, covered veteran status or protected genetic information (each, a “Protected Class”), or any other protected class in accordance with applicable laws.

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