ph3HS Manager Southern EU /h3 pJoin bGSA - Global Student Accommodation /b in our Yugo?powered student housing platform.
We are looking for an experienced HSE Manager for Southern EU to oversee Health, Safety Environmental compliance across Spain, Italy, and Portugal.
/p pWorking closely with the VP Operations Southern Europe and the Senior VP Operations Europe, the role will shape, deliver, and continuously improve the HSE strategy, ensuring compliance with legislation, ISO standards, and company policies.
/p h3Key Responsibilities /h3 ul liDefine and deliver the Southern EU Health, Safety Environment (HSE) strategy and objectives, ensuring alignment with the company's global standards and regional leadership priorities.
/li liLead the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of HSE policies, procedures, and compliance frameworks across Southern European markets.
/li liEnsure effective governance of: Health Safety strategy execution and monitoring.
/li liContinuous review and optimisation of HSE management systems against industry best practice and regulatory updates.
/li liPlanning, coordination, and completion of HSE audits, inspections, and technical assessments for new openings and operating sites.
/li liCentralised management of all technical documentation, risk assessments, compliance records, and mobilisation requirements.
/li liMonitor, analyse, and report HSE performance metrics for Southern EU, providing insights and recommendations to senior leadership.
/li liEnsure full legal compliance across Health, Safety, Fire Safety, Environmental standards, and building operations, overseeing all risk assessments (RA), Safe Systems of Work (SSoW), and emergency preparedness plans.
/li /ul h3Operational Delivery /h3 ul liLead and coordinate HSE audits, PRL (Occupational Risk Prevention) evaluations, snagging reviews, and technical inspections across Southern EU (Spain, Italy, Portugal, and future markets).
/li liOversee the technical validation of new residences during design, construction,



and pre?opening phases, ensuring adherence to operational and regulatory standards.
/li liEnsure consistent implementation of HSE processes, documentation, and reporting across all sites, supporting operational scalability.
/li liManage incident investigations, root cause analyses, and corrective action planning, ensuring timely closure and continuous improvement.
/li liEnsure robust management of maintenance and safety?critical systems (electrical, HVAC, lifts, fire protection, etc.), liaising with Facilities Management and external contractors.
/li liMaintain strong controls over compliance requirements, ensuring timely updates of PRL/CAE documentation, emergency plans (PDA), and regulatory certifications.
/li liEnsure compliance with applicable national HS legislation (e.g., Spanish PRL Law, Italian safety regulations) and alignment with EU Framework Directive ******/EEC and ISO *****.
/li /ul h3Leadership People Management /h3 ul liInfluence and support residence directors, facilities teams, and site managers to strengthen HSE culture and operational excellence across all properties.
/li liDeliver and coordinate HSE training programmes, including safety induction, emergency response, preventive maintenance training, and contractor safety requirements.
/li liFacilitate knowledge sharing across the Southern EU region, promoting learning from incidents and best practice adoption.
/li liPresent HSE performance updates, risk registers, and improvement plans to senior leadership, operational teams, and investors.
/li liManage the HSE budget for Southern EU, advising on OPEX/CAPEX investments related to safety improvements, compliance,



and preventive maintenance.
/li /ul pThis job description serves as a guideline and is not intended to be exhaustive.
Additional responsibilities may be assigned from time to time.
This is a client?facing, operational role requiring flexibility in working hours, travel, and the ability to meet tight deadlines.
Frequent travel across Spain, Italy and Portugal is required.
/p h3Key Skills Capabilities /h3 ul liStrong communication and interpersonal skills (able to engage with young residents and staff).
/li liConfidence working with regulators, emergency services, and technical contractors.
/li liAbility to influence and coach non?HSE specialists.
/li liAnalytical mindset with the ability to interpret compliance data and risk trends.
/li liHighly organised with strong attention to detail.
/li liCultural awareness and ability to work effectively across multiple countries.
/li /ul h3Experience and Knowledge /h3 ul liBachelor's degree in health safety, Engineering, Risk Management, Facilities Management, or a related field.
/li liRecognised HSE qualification (e.g., Master QHSE, NEBOSH, Responsable HSE, or equivalent).
/li liMinimum 3 years' experience in HS roles within PBSA, residential property, hospitality, or facilities management.
/li liStrong understanding of fire safety, building compliance, and residential accommodation safety.
/li liKnowledge of HS legislation for Italy and working familiarity with regulations in Spain and Portugal.
/li liFluent in Italian and English.
/li liProven experience conducting audits, risk assessments, and incident investigations.
/li liWillingness to travel frequently across the region.
/li liExperience using compliance platforms.
/li liExperience in multi?country HS management.
/li /ul h3Seniority Level /h3 pNot Applicable /p h3Employment type /h3 pFull?time /p h3Job function /h3 pScience and Consulting /p h3Industries /h3 pCivil Engineering /p /p #J-*****-Ljbffr

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