Bernhard Wesener-EHS Project Manager, External Auditor
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Experience
External Auditor
TÜV SÜD LG Österreich GmbH
Safety Specialist for All Company Areas
Dr. Richard Linien GmbH & Co KG
EHS Manager
PORR Bau GmbH
- Project Microsoft Austria – New data center VIE02 (AT) (08/2024 – 09/2025): Acted as a consultant (EHS Manager) during the construction phase
- Project Microsoft Austria – New Substation VIE03 (AT) (11/2024 – 06/2025): Acted as a consultant (EHS Manager) during the construction phase
Site Coordinator
BUNGE Austria GmbH
- Project New Conditioner – New cooker building in Bruck/Leitha (AT): Provided site coordination during the construction phase
EHS Manager
Exyte Central Europe GmbH
- Project DLR – New data center in Vienna (AT) (01/2024 – 07/2024): Acted as a consultant (EHS Manager / Site Coordination) during the construction phase
- Project Microsoft Austria – New data center VIE01 (AT) (09/2023 – 03/2024): Acted as a consultant (EHS Manager / Site Coordination) during the construction phase
- Project AT&S Austria – New semiconductor plant in Leoben (AT) (02/2022 – 08/2023): Acted as a consultant (EHS Manager / Site Coordination) during the construction phase
EHS Manager
ZAUNERGROUP
- Project Lonza – New pharmaceutical production plant in Visp (CH): Role as consultant (EHS Manager) during the construction phase
EHS Manager
BORSIG GmbH
- Project OMV – Replacement of steam boilers at the Schwechat power plant (AT): Role as consultant (EHS Manager) during the construction phase
Lead Auditor ISO 9001, 45001, SCC
Sicherheitstechnisches Büro
- Managing quality assurance and audit systems according to ISO 9001, ISO 45001 and SCC
- Building and enhancing management systems
HSSE Manager and OMS Integrator
BP Europa SE, ZN BP Austria
- OMS Integrator Central Cluster E&A (since 2017): Implementation and coordination of process requirements for 4 lubricant plants (Supply Chain) and the Sales area (Auto & Industry) in the Central Cluster E&A (DACH). Implementation and execution of field inspections to verify existing high-risk processes of the OMS. Advising and training to increase engagement at management level.
- Focal Point HITRA – HSSE Department (since 2015): Development of task-based risk assessments for routine activities in all production and storage areas. Coordination and execution of risk assessments according to the HITRA methodology.
- HSSE Advisor Supply Chain (since 2010): Identification and management of HSSE risks and improvement opportunities in the lubricant plant (production, storage, logistics). Development and implementation of measures to reduce risks. Technical support for management on regional and international HSSE agendas.
Automation Technician / Commissioning
Siemens AG Austria
- Automation Technician – Siemens I IS (03/2008 – 09/2010): Planning and commissioning of reels in hot rolling mills with long-term assignments abroad in India, China, Italy and Turkey.
- Interim Planner – Siemens SIS (02/2008 – 03/2008): Coordination and planning of construction works for new hardware and supervision of contractors' activities in data centers.
- CFO IT Region WSE at Nokia Siemens Networks (02/2007 – 02/2008): Budget responsibility, inventory management, internal IT interface.
- Communication Service Technician – Siemens UTRAN (04/2005 – 01/2007): Commissioning of UMTS systems, software upgrades, maintenance and troubleshooting with assignments abroad in Malta and Slovakia.
Paramedic
Austrian Red Cross Graz
- Served as a paramedic and ambulance driver
Civil Service
Austrian Red Cross Graz
- Performed civil service
Industry experience
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Experienced in Energy, Manufacturing, Information Technology, Professional Services, Telecommunication, and Construction.
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Experienced in Operations, Quality Assurance, Supply Chain Management, Project Management, Finance, and Information Technology.
Summary
I have built my career as an EHS project manager and external auditor, working on various high-impact construction and industrial projects. I bring hands-on experience in consulting, auditing, and safety management across multiple industries. My work has focused on implementing tailored risk assessments and ensuring efficient safety protocols on large-scale building projects, including datacenters, semiconductor plants, and pharmaceutical facilities.
I am experienced in coordinating complex construction phases, setting up robust management systems, and improving safety standards. My background combines practical field work with a strong foundation in business and leadership, enabling me to deliver reliable and effective safety solutions.
Languages
Education
WU Executive Academy
Academic Diploma in Business Administration · Business Administration · Vienna, Austria
WU Executive Academy
Master of Science, Continuous Education, Leadership and Corporate Management · Leadership and Corporate Management · Vienna, Austria
Tellico Plains High School
High School Diploma · Tellico Plains, United States
Certifications & licenses
Expert for safety inspections of non-residential buildings per ÖNORM B 1301:2016-04-15
Austrian Standards plus GmbH
Expert for safety inspections of residential buildings per ÖNORM B 1300:2018-02-01
Austrian Standards plus GmbH
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Bernhard is based in Neufeld an der Leitha, Austria and can operate in on-site, hybrid, and remote work models.
Bernhard speaks the following languages: German (Native), English (Advanced).
Bernhard has at least 23 years of experience. During this time, Bernhard has worked in at least 9 different roles and for 11 different companies. The average length of individual experience is 2 years and 11 months. Note that Bernhard may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.
Based on recent experience, Bernhard would be well-suited for roles such as: External Auditor, Safety Specialist for All Company Areas, EHS Manager.
Bernhard's most recent position is External Auditor at TÜV SÜD LG Österreich GmbH.
In recent years, Bernhard has worked for TÜV SÜD LG Österreich GmbH, Dr. Richard Linien GmbH & Co KG, PORR Bau GmbH, BUNGE Austria GmbH, and Exyte Central Europe GmbH.
Bernhard is most experienced in industries like Energy, Manufacturing, and Information Technology. Bernhard also has some experience in Professional Services, Telecommunication, and Construction.
Bernhard is most experienced in business areas like Operations, Quality Assurance, and Supply Chain Management. Bernhard also has some experience in Project Management, Finance, and Information Technology.
Bernhard has recently worked in industries like Professional Services, Construction, and Information Technology.
Bernhard has recently worked in business areas like Quality Assurance, Operations, and Sustainability Management.
Bernhard holds a Master in Leadership and Corporate Management from WU Executive Academy.
Bernhard has 2 certificates. These include: Expert for safety inspections of non-residential buildings per ÖNORM B 1301:2016-04-15 and Expert for safety inspections of residential buildings per ÖNORM B 1300:2018-02-01.
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