Join a global logistics leader driving the future of safe, sustainable and resilient supply chains.
At Noatum Logistics, we operate at the heart of international trade, delivering integrated, value‑added solutions across the entire supply chain. With a presence in 27 countries and a team of specialized experts, we design and execute tailored logistics strategies that empower our clients to operate seamlessly in a complex, fast‑moving global landscape.
Renowned for our operational excellence, innovative mindset and client‑centric culture, our services span Air, Ocean, Road & Rail Freight, Customs Brokerage, Warehousing & Distribution and end‑to‑end Supply Chain Solutions. We serve diverse industries—from Fashion & Retail to High Tech, Automotive, Energy, Pharma & Healthcare—ensuring safety, security and compliance in every movement.
As we continue our global growth, we are strengthening our commitment to excellence in Health, Safety, Security and Environment. We are now seeking a Global Head – HSSE, primarily based in Barcelona, Spain, although other European locations where Noatum Logistics has established operations may be considered, to join our global leadership team and shape the HSSE vision that will safeguard our people, protect our operations and elevate our standards worldwide.
About the Role:
Reporting directly to the CEO – Noatum Logistics, you will be responsible for developing, implementing and governing a unified global HSSE strategy that ensures the safety of our people, the security of our assets and cargo, and the protection of the environment across all our operations.
You will provide strategic leadership to embed a culture of zero harm, operational integrity and sustainability across our regional and product structures, and act as a key advisor to the CEO and Executive Management Team on HSSE risk management, compliance and performance excellence.
Key Responsibilities:
Strategic Leadership & Governance
- Develop and execute a global HSSE strategy and governance framework aligned with corporate objectives and international best practices.
- Define and continuously refine global HSSE policies, standards and KPIs, ensuring consistency across all regions and product lines.
- Advise the CEO and Executive Leadership on HSSE risks, performance and emerging global regulatory trends.
- Ensure HSSE principles are fully integrated into operational strategy, investment decisions and asset management.
- Maintain strong alignment with Group HSSE & Business Continuity, ensuring corporate governance and reporting frameworks are implemented globally.
- Oversee global HSSE risk management, including risk assessments integrated into business planning and capital investments.
- Lead global emergency preparedness, business continuity and resilience programs.
Health & Safety Management
- Implement and maintain a robust health and safety management system (aligned with ISO 45001 and similar standards) across warehouses, transport operations and project sites.
- Oversee risk assessments, hazard identification and control programs for asset‑heavy logistics environments (heavy equipment, vehicle movements, manual handling).
- Drive initiatives to achieve a zero-incident, injury-free workplace, promoting proactive safety behaviours and accountability.
- Oversee global training, competency and certification programs for operational staff (e.g. forklift operators, truck drivers, warehouse handlers).
- Lead investigations into serious incidents and near misses, ensuring root cause analysis and systemic corrective actions.
- Leverage digital tools and analytics to monitor HSSE performance and drive continuous improvement globally.
Security Management
- Develop and implement a global security framework covering facilities, transport corridors, cargo protection and personnel safety.
- Ensure compliance with international standards and protocols such as ISPS, TAPA, AEO and C‑TPAT.
- Establish and maintain crisis management and business continuity frameworks to respond to emergencies, theft and geopolitical risks.
- Collaborate with local and international authorities, law enforcement and insurance partners to mitigate security risks.
Environmental Management & Sustainability
- Lead global efforts to minimise the environmental footprint of logistics operations, including fuel and energy efficiency, emissions reduction, waste management and resource conservation.
- Ensure compliance with ISO 14001 and relevant environmental regulations across all regions.
- Partner with Group Sustainability to drive carbon reduction initiatives (e.g. green warehousing, fleet electrification, route optimisation).
- Oversee environmental impact assessments for new facilities and major projects.
- Collaborate with Sustainability and ESG teams to align HSSE initiatives with corporate ESG objectives and stakeholder expectations.
Compliance, Auditing & Reporting
- Establish a global HSSE compliance monitoring and audit program, ensuring adherence to local and international laws and company standards.
- Track and analyse HSSE performance data, providing regular reports and dashboards to executive management and regional leadership.
- Oversee incident recording and regulatory reporting where required.
- Represent Noatum Logistics in audits, regulatory engagements and industry safety forums.
- Ensure contractors and third‑party logistics providers comply with Group HSSE standards through audits and performance monitoring.
- Monitor emerging HSSE regulations, industry trends and best practices to proactively adapt policies and ensure global compliance.
- Drive achievement of global HSSE targets, aligning with corporate KPIs and embedding HSSE performance into leadership evaluations.
Leadership & Capability Development
- Build, lead and mentor a global HSSE organization, including Regional HSSE Heads and product‑specific safety leads.
- Foster a collaborative network across regions to share best practices, innovations and lessons learned.
- Champion a “Safety First” culture through leadership engagement, communication campaigns and recognition programs.
- Embed HSSE competencies into leadership training, performance appraisals and operational KPIs.
Why Join Noatum Logistics?
- High‑impact, global leadership role reporting directly to the CEO – Noatum Logistics.
- Opportunity to shape and lead the global HSSE strategy for a growing, international logistics organization.
- Work with senior stakeholders across regions and product lines, influencing strategic decisions and investment.
- Be at the forefront of sustainability, safety and security in the logistics and freight forwarding sector.
At Noatum Logistics, we guarantee equal opportunities and non-discrimination based on sex, gender, race, religion, disability, age, or sexual orientation in our selection processes. Our goal is to maximize people’s talents in all their diversity while eliminating any form of discrimination.
