Occupational Safety Experts in Essen
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Andreas Höhl
Last position:
Paint Department Manager at Montaplast GmbH
- Disciplinary and technical leadership of the paint production area with series production, polishing and rework, surface technology, robot application technology, and paint line technology
- Weekly reporting of key figures such as overall equipment effectiveness (OEE), machine utilization, setup times, scrap/rework rate, productivity per employee, and absence rate
- Ensuring the availability of personnel, material, equipment, and paint systems
- Continuous development of employees, processes, standards, and the organizational structure
- Implementation and establishment of lean management principles for waste-free production and continuous improvement process (CIP)
- Planning and implementation of investments as well as budget responsibility
- Targeted project coordination through to successful completion
- Derivation and implementation of annual goals as well as individual target agreements with employees
- Fulfillment of employer duties with regard to occupational, environmental, and health protection
Sandro Ullering
Last position:
HSE Manager at Ullertec GmbH
As Managing Director of Ullertec GmbH, my focus is on advising and supporting companies in the areas of occupational health and safety, workplace safety, and operational safety organization.
As a specialist for occupational safety, I support companies with safety-related services in accordance with DGUV Regulation 2, the creation and further development of risk assessments, operating instructions, and occupational safety organizations, as well as with site inspections, safety committee meetings, and the implementation of legal requirements.
Ullertec GmbH, based in Bochum, has established itself as a specialized service provider for occupational health and safety in the Ruhr area and in North Rhine-Westphalia. Our customers include companies and organizations from industry, production, logistics, skilled trades, services, and public or municipal sectors.
In addition to working as an external specialist for occupational safety, our services also include fire protection, safety and health coordination (SiGeKo), expert noise measurements, inspections of work equipment, and practical training and instruction.
A key success is the continuous building of long-term safety-related support relationships and a growing customer base. In doing so, we combine many years of industry experience with modern, structured health and safety consulting.
Our goal is not to represent health and safety only on paper. We analyze workplaces, machines, and operational processes directly on site and develop clear measures that can be implemented economically.
Ullertec stands for practical, structured, and reliable health and safety from Bochum - across the Ruhr area, in North Rhine-Westphalia, and for selected services nationwide.
Marcel Dicks
Last position:
Software Developer / IT Tester at Continentale Krankenversicherung a.G.
Analysis, online COBOL software development and testing of dialog and batch programs in the Kranken Leistung (KL) project
Error analysis, bug fixing and ticket resolution (change requests and defects)
Documentation in collaboration with the contact office and the mathematics department
IT skills: Siemens Fujitsu BS2000, CCOM Emulation, Micro Focus Visual COBOL I and II, Eclipse IDE, UDS database system, Atlassian Confluence and Jira, ZULIP, UNIFY
Gundolf Schneider
Last position:
Project Manager at Self-employed – Freelancer
- Project Manager steel works crane and material handling at ArcelorMittal in Eisenhüttenstadt for their decarburization project, December 2024 to March 2025
- Project Manager Cranes and Logistics for the new converter at Aurubis Hamburg via Hays AG, May to October 2024
- Specification for placing the orders and coordination of interfaces
- Erection of a powder production plant for an Indian customer in Bengaluru, 2024
- Leading the erection and assembly team of the customer Indo MIM
- Responsible for Health, Safety and Environment
- Technical and commercial project management at Belimed Life Science AG in Sulgen, Switzerland, with SAP, 2022
- Revamp of a slab rolling mill for copper for Siam Poongsan including engineering, construction and site and quality management, own order directly from the end customer, 2021 to 2023
- Site and quality management for a powder production plant (gas atomization system) in Penang, Malaysia, Oryx Advanced Materials, 2022
- Interim Head of Services at ALD Vacuum Technologies, Hanau/Bangkok, installation, service and construction management, 2019 to 2024
- Interim Head of Service Cold Rolling Mills and continuous casting at Danieli Thailand/Vietnam, 2016 to 2018
- Interim Manager Quality Assurance at SMS Concast for four months in 2018
Eckart Hillenkamp
Last position:
Founder at AREGUS Services
- Consulting for industrial companies in the area of legal compliance (EHSQ), i.e. for safety, environmental and health protection, and management topics
- Explosion protection for Bayer AG, DB Cargo (Deutsche Bahn), Siemens, H.G.S., Dehn SE, Eickhoff Maschinenfabrik and Eickhoff Gießerei
- Consulting on explosion protection
- Preparation of explosion protection documents and training of competent persons for the inspection of systems in Ex areas
- Consulting projects for Cölner Benzin Raffinerie, AECI Schirm, Aglukon, Aixtron
- EC conformity assessment procedures according to the Machinery Directive, ATEX and Low Voltage Directive (risk assessment and CE marking, machine safety)
- Fire and explosion protection for Marienhospital BOT
- Assessment of older machines at H.G.S. (CHP plants)
- EC conformity assessment procedures for REMONDIS, Josef Meissner, Huber Technology and Milag paint booths
- Consulting services on machine safety for ENGIE, Aixtron and BASF
- Consulting projects for Ruthmann aerial work platforms, Hydac and Sika
- Projects for ABA Pyrotechnik and confidential projects for the defense industry
- Project support for the new construction of hazardous substance storage and interim safety specialist for FIEGE HealthCare Logistics GmbH
- Hazardous substance management for chemical plant manufacturers, chemical companies and the sugar industry (Südzucker, Beneo Palatint)
- PAAG procedures, risk assessments and EC conformity assessment procedures for plant safety
- Coaching of safety specialists and organizational optimization at H.G.S., Aglukon, Fiege Biblis, Pentair and the University of Mainz
- Auditor for management systems (SpaEfV, ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 50001, ISO 45001, sustainability) at TÃœV Nord, TÃœV Saar, SGS, GUTcert, Qualidata, BerlinCert and azmZert
- Introduction of QM, EM, EnM, OSH and DP at Schäfer Shop
- Introduction of an IMS (QM, EM, OSH) at Stiga GmbH
- Redesign of the environmental management software from InPlus GmbH and consulting on the introduction of ISO 45001 at Jung Pumpen
- Quality optimization processes for Audi AG and technical process optimization at Bugatti Automobiles
- Consulting in painting processes at Weiss Automotive GmbH
- Optimization of chemical process workflows at Basista Leiterplatten GmbH and logistics and quality optimization for Audi AG at Gruppo Prima in Italy
- Interim H&S Manager for Media-Saturn Holding group and support for integrated management systems at FIEGE Unna GmbH & Co. KG
- Occupational safety at H.G.S., EVO – Energieversorgung Oberhausen AG, FIEGE Logistik Biblis GmbH, as well as external safety engineer and quality manager at IAG GmbH and WespAG
- External consultant for occupational safety and environmental protection at Köppen GmbH, various metal processing companies, Hollingsworth & Vose, ROM – Rudolf Otto Meyer and Venator
- BG-certified trainer for safety engineer training (machine safety, explosion protection, fire and explosion protection, hazardous substances)
- Speaker for specialist seminars at Haus der Technik, VCI, TÃœV Nord Akademie, SGS Academy, LVQ, Akademie der Ingenieure and BBG
- Lecture on zoning in explosion protection at the University of Wuppertal
- Measurement services: WHO fiber measurements, technical measurement of inhalation exposure according to TRGS 402, mold analysis and noise measurements
- Support with approval procedures for new construction and approval of hazardous substance storage facilities and painting systems at IAG and Eickhoff Maschinenfabrik
- Development of exclusive services: near-miss reporting system software, behavior-based safety system (VBS), psychological occupational safety system, 5S (Kaizen), hazardous substance register software, data protection support
- Functional safety (PL according to DIN EN ISO 13849-1, SIL according to IEC/EN 62061 and IEC/EN 61511)
- PAAG procedures (HAZOP studies)
- Lead auditor for ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 50001 and ISO 45001
- Measurement of airborne pollutants (TRGS 400, 402), noise measurements, health management and stress and burnout prevention
- Training: EC conformity assessment procedures/CE marking, machine safety, plant safety, functional safety, explosion protection, hazardous substances officer, fire and explosion protection, leadership seminars, PPE against falls from height, certification training for aerial work platforms, forklifts and cranes
- Talks and specialist articles from 1994 to 2024 at materials science conferences, Essen Explosion Protection Days, Bergische Universität Wuppertal, FORUM occupational safety chemistry and publications in TÜV environmental management advisor, Mikrokosmos and other trade journals
André Itter
Last position:
HSE Manager and Occupational Safety Specialist at Tesla
Armin Parsi
Last position:
QHSE Consultant at Qualitätsservice QM/IMS QHSE-Service
- Implementation, monitoring, updating, and auditing of quality management ISO 9001, environmental management ISO 14001, occupational health and safety management ISO 45001, energy management ISO 50001, and integrated management system (IMS)
- Implementation, monitoring, updating, and auditing of quality assurance systems according to ISO 3834, Pressure Equipment Directive (2014/68/EU), AD 2000 HP0, and EN 1090 up to certification
- External support as an occupational safety specialist (SIFA/SiGeKo) based on legal requirements and DGUV regulations; preparation of risk assessments and operating instructions, as well as training and instructing employees until full implementation of ISO 45001
- Welding supervision according to ISO 14731 and inspection supervision according to ISO 9712; procedure qualification testing according to ISO 15614, qualification monitoring and renewal according to ISO 9606, as well as creating welding instructions and documenting welding work
- QHSE project management and organization including supplier qualification, developing QHSE project requirements and plant documentation, conducting project audits, approval processes according to WHG/AwSV guidelines, Industrial Safety Ordinance (ZÃœS) up to TÃœV approval and CE marking
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Statistics of experts using Occupational Safety
Aggregated from the professional profiles of matched freelancers.
Experience
22 years (Germany: 25 years)
Position duration
6.7 years (Germany: 3.5 years)
Positions per freelancer
10 (Germany: 11)
Top business areas
Quality Assurance, Operations, Project Management
Top industries
Manufacturing, Professional Services, Automotive
Certification focus areas
Quality Assurance, Audit, Human Resources
Bachelor's degree or higher
67% (Germany: 88%)
Master's degree or higher
67% (Germany: 47%)
Doctorate
33% (Germany: 13%)
Certifications per freelancer
4
Most common languages
German, English, French
Speak two or more languages
71% (Germany: 92%)
Based on our profile pool as of 30 Aug 2026.
Daily rate distribution
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Average rates of experts in Essen 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 30 Aug 2026. Actual rates may vary depending on seniority level, experience, skill specialization, project complexity, and engagement length.
About the technology
Safe work setups
Occupational safety helps companies prevent incidents, protect people, and keep operations stable. Strong specialists translate legal and internal requirements into clear rules for daily work, from machinery use to site access and emergency response.
Typical tasks
- Risk assessments and workplace inspections
- Safety instructions and training content
- Incident reviews and corrective actions
- Support for audits, documentation, and reporting
- Coordination with works councils, managers, and external bodies
Relevant standards
Many projects are shaped by occupational safety law, ISO 45001, and broader HSE or EHS processes. Professionals who know these frameworks can align procedures, records, and controls without adding unnecessary complexity.
When companies need help
Freelance expertise is useful when a site is changing, a new process is introduced, or internal capacity is tied up. In Essen, this often matters for industrial, logistics, and facility-heavy environments where on-site presence, German documentation, and practical coordination are important.
What strong specialists do
- Spot hazards before they turn into incidents
- Turn findings into workable measures
- Communicate clearly with shop-floor teams and management
- Keep documents usable, current, and traceable
- Balance compliance with day-to-day operations
Skills that add value
Good occupational safety experts also understand ergonomics, fire protection, emergency planning, and contractor control. They know how to work with inspections, toolbox talks, and safety culture so measures are accepted, not just written down.
Frequently asked questions
Key details about Occupational Safety, drawn from the questions we get asked most.
A strong Occupational Safety expert identifies hazards, documents risks, and helps turn them into practical controls. That can include inspections, safety briefings, incident follow-up, and support for internal or external audits. The goal is safer work without slowing operations down.
Occupational Safety is often part of broader HSE or EHS work, but it is not exactly the same thing. HSE usually covers health, safety, and environment, while EHS flips the order but means the same area of responsibility. Companies often search all three terms when they need the same kind of specialist support.
A good Occupational Safety freelancer should be comfortable with ISO 45001, local workplace safety rules, and common internal safety procedures. Depending on the environment, knowledge of contractor management, permit-to-work processes, and incident reporting is also valuable. The right mix depends on the site and the industry.
Occupational Safety freelancers are a good fit for risk assessments, onboarding new sites, updating safety documentation, and preparing for audits or inspections. They also help when a company needs extra capacity during change, expansion, or temporary absence in the safety function. For many teams, that flexibility is the main reason to bring in outside help.
Occupational Safety focuses on protecting people in the workplace, while quality work focuses on product or process conformance and compliance covers a wider rule set. In practice, these areas overlap in documentation, audits, and corrective actions. A specialist who understands the differences can keep responsibilities clear and avoid duplicate work.
A strong Occupational Safety specialist often brings skills in risk assessment, training, incident analysis, and stakeholder communication. Ergonomics, fire protection, contractor oversight, and document control are also useful in many environments. In Essen, German language fluency and confidence on site can matter as much as formal knowledge.
The needed Occupational Safety expertise depends on the risk level and the scope of the task. A straightforward documentation update may need a focused specialist, while a site setup or major change needs someone who has handled similar environments before. Look for proven work in the same type of operation, not just general theory.
Occupational Safety work is often mixed. Document reviews, policy updates, and training preparation can be done remotely, but inspections, walkthroughs, and discussions with teams usually need on-site time. For companies in Essen, a freelancer who can combine both is often the most practical choice.
The average hourly rate of freelancers in Essen, Germany who have used Occupational Safety in their recent projects is 85 €, which corresponds to a daily rate of about 679 € based on an 8-hour working day.
Of the freelancers in Essen, Germany who have used Occupational Safety in their recent projects, 67% hold at least a Bachelor's degree, 67% hold at least a Master's degree, and 33% hold a doctorate.
On average, freelancers in Essen, Germany who have used Occupational Safety in their recent projects have 22 years of professional experience, with a single engagement typically lasting around 6.7 years.
The most common languages among freelancers in Essen, Germany who have used Occupational Safety in their recent projects are German (100%), English (71%), and French (29%).
The most common industries among freelancers in Essen, Germany who have used Occupational Safety in their recent projects are Manufacturing (86%), Professional Services (57%), and Automotive (43%).
The most common business areas among freelancers in Essen, Germany who have used Occupational Safety in their recent projects are Quality Assurance (100%), Operations (86%), and Project Management (71%).
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