Occupational Safety Experts in Berlin
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Meet FRATCH Experts in Berlin, who have recently used Occupational Safety
Matthias Z.
Last position:
Senior Flutter Developer at Materna
- Developed a Flutter app for eID ID card logins
- Focus: Flutter, iOS, eID, AusweisAppSDK, Mason, Keycloak, Agentic Coding, Arc42, Jenkins
Johanna T.
Last position:
Freelance Consultant and Partner at StrykerConsulting
Adam B.
Last position:
EHS Manager at Dematic
- Designed and implemented a comprehensive EHS strategy for complex conveyor installations on a 95,000 m² project site with over 16 km of conveyor network
- Fully integrated EHS components into all project phases through close collaboration with interdisciplinary project teams in a multi-shift operation
- Established and continuously developed an integrated safety management system for up to 300 employees with ongoing optimization of safety standards
- Responsible for coordinating recurring startup meetings for the EHS-compliant implementation of large-scale conveyor sections
- Proper development and management of safety documentation (RAMS, EHS plans, work permits) for large industrial systems
- Regularly performed EHS inspections and comprehensive site coordination in a continuous shift operation
- Led the Lock-out/Tag-out (LoTo) process to ensure maximum equipment safety
- Planned and delivered targeted EHS training and toolbox talks for teams in a large project environment
- Successfully introduced Dematic EHS guidelines with structured reporting and ongoing performance monitoring
- Led strategic EHS meetings to continuously reinforce the safety mindset in a dynamic work environment
Joel B.
Last position:
Senior Construction Supervisor for LOS D3a and D3b at SudOstLink
- Leading a team of 28 staff (BBB, HBB, ÖBB, IBB, ABB, GBB, öBÜ, SiGiKo, excavation supervisors, resident management)
- Coordinating and managing site activities
- Preparing reports for the client and progress reports
- Overall coordination and management of the assigned construction section (approx. 50 km)
- Schedule and invoice review as well as cost control
- Monitoring the execution of load-bearing structures for compliance with stability proofs
- Coordinating all parties involved in site monitoring
- Creating, updating, and monitoring a schedule (bar chart)
- Reviewing invoices, checking measurements and comparing with contract sums including claims
- Organizing acceptance of construction works, identifying defects and giving acceptance recommendation to the client
- Applying for official approvals and participating in them
- Systematic compilation of documentation, drawings and calculated results of the project
Claudia D.
Last position:
CEO at IFASG Institut für Arbeitssicherheit, Strahlenschutz und Gefahrgut GmbH
- Since 2020 SiGeKo for a global fashion house during shop installation across Germany
- Since 2021 HSE manager for 14 sites of an explosive ordnance clearance company
- Since 2021 Implementation of HSE quality system (AMS Bau) in 13 client sites across Germany (currently repeat audits)
- Since 2022 Multiple HSE projects in chemical parks, laboratories and production throughout Germany – regular support, coaching and instructions on-site and remote, testing of the hazardous substances register and operating instructions according to GefStoffV
- 2022 Inclusion audit for a biotech company (multiple sites in Germany)
- 2021-2023 Multiple HSEQ compliance audits for clients across Germany in chemical industry/API manufacturing and civil engineering
- Since 2023 Safety and health coordination projects (SiGeKo) for explosive ordnance clearance (former shooting ranges, diving), chemical parks and construction/civil engineering
- Since 2024-01-01 HSE manager for a global IT platform company
- 2024-01-01 to 2024-05-31 Interim head of ESH Germany & Austria for a global biotech company
- Since 2024-07-01 Head of occupational health & safety in the process manufacturing industry
- Lead of TPM SHE pillar – strategic HSE
- ISO 45001 management representative
- Planning and performing audits
- Implementing workplace safety cultural change through coaching and mentoring stakeholders, successfully supporting stakeholders to leave an intervention list and blacklist of insurers within 12 months
- Development and implementation of 5S process
- Development and implementation of permit to work process and training
- Development and implementation of local Kaizen procedure
- Development and hand-over of toolboxes on topics including 5S and safety leadership
- Leadership training and coaching on safety culture
- HSE expert according to Act on Occupational Physicians, Safety Engineers and Other Occupational Safety Specialists
Viola S.
Last position:
Interim HR Consultant at Self-Employed
- HR process consulting & automation, introduction & optimization of HR systems (Personio, Ceridian Dayforce)
- Interim operational HR support: HR Admin, Payroll, Recruiting, Employee relations, HR Business Partnering
- Planning and implementation of change processes at company level; agile project management
- Conception and management of workshops for leadership teams and employees
- Client industries: NPO, Hotel industry, MedTech
Behzad H.
Last position:
Structural Engineer at Freelance
- Analysis and design of steel and concrete structures in accordance with local and international standards such as AISC, ACI, EC2, EC3 and others for various types of projects using FEM software
- Documentation
- Customer support
Rudolf P.
Last position:
Freelancer at Technisches Consulting
- Technical consulting for operators of industrial plants and buildings (e.g., commissioning, acceptance, processes)
- Drafting service contracts and requirements specifications
- 11 months interim management (head of maintenance and facility management) for an automated chemical production site (Gala Germany GmbH)
- Setting up a project management process landscape across all phases, including introducing project tracking and reporting for a cardboard manufacturer
- 10 months interim management (lead of the technical property management team) for a leading logistics company (Hermes Germany GmbH) to ensure the technical operations of 54 logistics sites across Germany
Nadine G.
Last position:
Safety and Health Protection Coordination at nordlicht Wohnungsbaugenossenschaft eG
- Safety and health protection coordination during the execution phase
Christian T.
Last position:
Client Manager at BSI Deutschland Group GmbH
- Carrying out external audits regarding ISO 9001, ISO 27001, ISO 27017, ISO 27018, ISO 22301, WLA-SCS, HDH.
Beatrice Z.
Last position:
Interim Senior HR Manager/Business Partner at Interim Senior HR Manager/Business Partner
- Both operational and strategic HR expert with 8+ years of experience in Berlin-based SaaS start-ups/scale-ups
- Proven track record, expertise and best practices in building HR functions from scratch
- Experienced in partnering with VP-/C-level and founders while maintaining a trusting relationship with staff
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Statistics of experts using Occupational Safety
Aggregated from the professional profiles of matched freelancers.
Experience
16 years (Germany: 25 years)
Position duration
2.6 years (Germany: 3.3 years)
Positions per freelancer
9 (Germany: 11)
Top business areas
Project Management, Operations, Quality Assurance
Top industries
Construction, Professional Services, Information Technology
Certification focus areas
Quality Assurance, Human Resources, Project Management
Bachelor's degree or higher
100% (Germany: 86%)
Master's degree or higher
67% (Germany: 46%)
Doctorate
11%
Certifications per freelancer
5 (Germany: 4)
Most common languages
German, English, French
Speak two or more languages
100% (Germany: 93%)
Based on our profile pool as of 19 Sep 2026.
Daily rate distribution
The chart shows how the daily rates of freelancers in this technology in Berlin are distributed, based on recent contracts on our platform. Each bar covers a rate range — its height shows how many freelancers charge within that range.
Average rates of experts in Berlin using Occupational Safety
Rates are based on recent contracts and do not include FRATCH margin.
The average daily rate is the mean of all daily rates from recent contracts of comparable freelancers on our platform.
The median daily rate is the middle value of all daily rates — half of comparable freelancers charge less, half charge more. Unlike the average, it is barely affected by outliers.
Calculated based on our freelancers’ daily rates as of 19 Sep 2026. Actual rates may vary depending on seniority level, experience, skill specialization, project complexity, and engagement length.
Occupational Safety experts industry focus
See which industries our matched freelancers work in most often — every figure is calculated live from the freelancers on FRATCH.
- Construction (64%)
- Professional Services (45%)
- Information Technology (36%)
- Manufacturing (36%)
- Energy (27%)
- Transportation (27%)
- Real Estate (27%)
- Retail (27%)
Please note that freelancers can work across multiple industries, so percentages overlap.
About the technology
Workplace protection
Occupational Safety covers the methods, processes and controls used to prevent injuries, illness and dangerous incidents at work. It combines hazard identification, risk assessment, safe operating procedures, emergency planning and employee instruction. The work applies to physical, chemical, biological, ergonomic and organisational risks.
Practical applications
Companies use occupational safety expertise to establish controls that work in real operating conditions. Typical assignments include:
- Carrying out workplace and process risk assessments
- Reviewing machinery, tools, substances and work areas
- Writing operating instructions and emergency procedures
- Delivering safety briefings and specialist training
- Investigating incidents and defining corrective actions
Standards and tools
Strong specialists work with occupational safety and health, often abbreviated as OSH, as well as the broader EHS function. Their toolkit may include audit plans, inspection checklists, risk registers, permit-to-work processes, incident records and training materials. They can align practical controls with applicable requirements without turning documentation into a substitute for safe work.
When expertise matters
Freelance support helps when a company opens a site, changes equipment, introduces a new process or needs an independent review. It is also useful during rapid growth, a major incident, an audit preparation phase or a temporary gap in internal capacity. In Berlin, projects may span offices, laboratories, manufacturing, transport, construction and public-facing facilities.
Collaboration and delivery
Safety work depends on observing tasks, speaking with teams and understanding how work is actually performed. Some deliverables can be prepared remotely, including risk registers, procedures, training content and audit reports. Site inspections, interviews, drills and equipment reviews require on-site collaboration, with clear language expectations agreed at the start.
Signs of quality
The best professionals connect legal awareness with practical judgement and clear communication. Look for evidence of:
- Risk controls that follow the hierarchy of controls
- Findings that are specific, prioritised and actionable
- Training suited to different roles and languages
- Incident reviews focused on system causes, not blame
- Documentation that teams can use during daily work
They should also explain limitations, involve affected employees and verify whether controls remain effective after implementation.
Frequently asked questions
Everything clients usually want to know about Occupational Safety, in one place.
Occupational Safety is used to prevent work-related injuries, illness, property damage and operational disruption. Specialists assess hazards, define controls, support training and help organisations improve how work is planned and performed.
Occupational Safety focuses primarily on protecting people from workplace hazards and unsafe work conditions. EHS, meaning environment, health and safety, usually adds environmental controls and broader health-management responsibilities.
A strong Occupational Safety specialist may also understand industrial hygiene, ergonomics, fire protection, emergency response, incident investigation and management systems. Familiarity with audits, training design and change management is valuable when controls must be adopted across teams.
The right level of workplace safety experience depends on the hazards, site complexity and project scope. A focused procedure review may need a different specialist than a multi-site risk programme involving machinery, contractors or hazardous substances.
Occupational Safety work can include remote document reviews, interviews, risk-register design and training preparation. Site observations, drills, equipment checks and discussions with frontline teams are usually more effective on location, including at workplaces in Berlin.
Ask an OSH specialist how they identify hazards, prioritise controls and involve employees in the process. Request examples of comparable environments and clarify which deliverables, site visits and follow-up checks are included.
A good Occupational Safety assessment describes real tasks, identifies credible exposure pathways and recommends controls in a clear order of priority. Its findings should be understandable to managers and workers, with owners and follow-up actions that can be verified.
Occupational Safety depends on instructions and training that workers genuinely understand. For teams in Berlin, companies should agree whether English, German or multiple languages are needed and ensure the specialist can communicate clearly with managers, contractors and frontline staff.
The average hourly rate of freelancers in Berlin, Germany who have used Occupational Safety in their recent projects is 105 €, which corresponds to a daily rate of about 844 € based on an 8-hour working day.
Of the freelancers in Berlin, Germany who have used Occupational Safety in their recent projects, 100% hold at least a Bachelor's degree, 67% hold at least a Master's degree, and 11% hold a doctorate.
On average, freelancers in Berlin, Germany who have used Occupational Safety in their recent projects have 16 years of professional experience, with a single engagement typically lasting around 2.6 years.
The most common languages among freelancers in Berlin, Germany who have used Occupational Safety in their recent projects are German (100%), English (100%), and French (36%).
The most common industries among freelancers in Berlin, Germany who have used Occupational Safety in their recent projects are Construction (64%), Professional Services (45%), and Information Technology (36%).
The most common business areas among freelancers in Berlin, Germany who have used Occupational Safety in their recent projects are Project Management (73%), Operations (55%), and Quality Assurance (55%).
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