NKT
Support workplace safety and environmental compliance
Are you interested in helping create a safer and more compliant workplace in a global company linked to the green transition? As a Safety and Environmental Technician, you will work with hazard identification, risk assessments, environmental compliance, and preventive action, while contributing to a safe site environment in Esposende. This role offers the opportunity to join a growing organisation and work closely with colleagues across functions. Would you like to take part in this journey?
Implement safety measures and reduce workplace risks
As a Safety and Environmental Technician, you will help maintain safe working conditions and legal compliance across the site. The role focuses on hazard identification, risk assessment, accident analysis, and the implementation of corrective and preventive measures. You will also work with Worker Health to support workplace actions for people in more vulnerable situations. This is a practical and collaborative role where careful follow-up, sound judgement, and consistency are important in day-to-day work.
Your responsibility will be to:
You will report to the QHSE Manager and work closely with Worker Health and site teams. This is an onsite position based in Esposende.
Detail-oriented and collaborative safety-focused professional
You are an attentive and observant professional who values safe work practices and clear routines. You communicate clearly, work well with different teams, and approach situations with attention and consistency. You are comfortable reviewing facts, identifying gaps, and following through on actions that improve workplace conditions. You also bring a practical mindset and a respectful approach when working with colleagues across the organisation.
You also have:
Help shape a safer and greener tomorrow
NKT is committed to developing a diverse organization and culture where people of diverse backgrounds can grow and are inspired to do their best. We are committed to establishing gender diversity at NKT and encouraging all interested candidates to apply – even if you don’t tick all the boxes described. We believe that a diverse organization enables long-term performance, and that an inclusive and welcoming culture creates a better work environment.
In this role, you will have the opportunity to build your career in a collaborative team and expand your skills in an international setting. You will work closely with colleagues across functions, contribute to site safety and environmental compliance, and take part in a company connected to the green transition and long-term growth.
We will review applications continuously, but we recommend you to apply no later than 30h of June. Be aware that personality and cognitive tests might be included in the recruitment process. For inquiries about the recruitment process, please reach out to Paula Sousa at paula.sousa@nkt.com. Please note that due to the GDPR regulations we cannot accept any applications via e-mail.
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About NKT
Offers a broad range of building wires, low- and medium-voltage power cable solutions supporting both safety in the building sector and the European energy transition. NKT markets high-quality products exceeding high customer expectations and has developed ergonomic solutions that are easy to install. Here, you will join a diverse and international organization operating from five main production sites with strong market positions across Europe driven by customer centricity and a growth focus.
At NKT, we are all Connectors. We connect to develop leading power cable technologies that enable the world’s transition to renewable energy - and we stay connected to grow as people and professionals. As a company, NKT connects a greener world with high-quality power cable technology and plays a key role as the world moves towards clean energy. NKT designs, manufactures and installs low-, medium- and high-voltage power cable solutions enabling reliable energy transmission. Since 1891, NKT has innovated the power cable technology, building the infrastructure from the first light bulbs to the megawatts created by renewable energy today.
NKT is headquartered in Denmark, operates from more than 30 countries worldwide, and employs 6,500 people globally. NKT is listed on Nasdaq Copenhagen and realised a revenue of EUR 3.6 billion in 2025. NKT - We connect a greener world. www.nkt.com
In a globalised and interconnected world, with a rapidly increasing population and demand for a modern lifestyle, the need for power is constantly growing. At NKT, we have made it our purpose to bring power to life by helping meet the growing need for energy.
Founded in 1891, during the second industrial revolution, we pioneered the cable industry in the Nordics. Today, we master the fourth industrial revolution with our energy transportation expertise and cost-effective manufacturing facilities at the highest technological level, delivering lifetime value to our customers and the global society.
We take pride in long-term relationships and effortless collaborations, making doing business with us simple, convenient, and efficient. Many of our customers have been with us for decades, maybe because we see ourselves as both their local partner and international supplier, always willing to go the extra mile to ensure the right cable solution.
The environments in which our products and solutions function are often harsh and unfriendly. Laying down a long sea cable on the ocean floor in an unexpected storm or repairing 100-year-old power cables in the ground of a busy metropolis is not for everyone. We know that performance counts in challenging circumstances, and that is when we deliver.
NKT connects a greener world with high-quality power cable technology and takes centre stage as the world moves towards green energy. NKT designs, manufactures, and installs low, medium, and high voltage power cable solutions enabling sustainable energy transmission.
Offices and production sites in more than 16 countries
6500 employees
3.6 billion EUR in revenue
NKT A/S is listed on Nasdaq Copenhagen.
Production facilities powered by 100% renewable electricity
Number of employees: 6,000+ global employees across more than 16 countries.
Sectors: Power Cable Solutions, Renewable Energy (Offshore/Onshore Wind), Power Transmission & Distribution, and Sustainable Energy Infrastructure.
Preferred educational level: MBO (Vocational) for production and technical roles; BA/BS (Bachelor) or higher for engineering, finance, and management roles. Advanced degrees (Masters/MEng) are preferred for specialized engineering and R&D positions.
Preferred education: Electrical/Mechanical Engineering, Power Systems, Renewable Energy Technology, Sustainability, Supply Chain, and IT.
Career level: All levels, including Apprentices, Interns, Graduates (via their Trainee program), Senior Specialists, and Leadership positions.