Occupational Safety Experts in Germany
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Yusuf Demirci
Last position:
Senior Project Management Transformation & Data at BG-PREVENT
Nationwide service provider for occupational medicine, occupational safety, and health management with a focus on prevention, health, and digital transformation.
- Role: Responsible for building and further developing professional project portfolio management in the area of Digital Transformation & Data. Steering and supporting strategic IT and transformation projects as well as supporting the introduction and establishment of project management standards, methods, and governance structures.
Focus areas:
- Build-up and further development of IT project portfolio management
- Analysis and structuring of business and technical requirements
- Steering and coordination of cross-functional IT initiatives
- Stakeholder management at business, management, and service provider level
- Introduction and further development of project management methods and tools (including Jira, Confluence, MS Planner)
- Preparation of decision bases, target visions, and implementation concepts in the context of digital transformation
- Steering and coordination of transformation, digitalization, and organizational projects
- Preparation of decision papers and management documents for steering committees
- Running workshops and stakeholder management with business units and IT teams
- Definition of requirements for dashboards, reporting, and KPI steering
- Support in the project Wissenskompass (requirements analysis and MVP concept)
- Analysis and evaluation of AI support options in knowledge management
- Investigation of AI use cases to improve knowledge provision and use
- Consideration of AI requirements as part of the Wissenskompass concept
- Coordination with strategic business units on the further development of project management standards
- Introduction, configuration, and training of Microsoft Planner to support project and task management
- Conducting user training and supporting employees in the introduction of new ways of working and tools
Muhammad Tanveer Baig
Last position:
Embedded Systems Consultant / Architect | Integration and Validation Engineer / Manager at Ingenieurbüro Baig
Led the hardware development and validation of a safety-critical 400 V battery management system (BMS) for the TOGG SUV program; performed system architecture reviews, schematic validations, EMC and reliability tests, and root cause analyses in line with relevant automotive standards (ECE-R10, CISPR25, ISO-26262). Coordinated cross-border EU engineering teams, customer reviews, and technical documentation to deliver a production-ready, validated system.
Architected and integrated 22 state-of-the-art ADAS validation vehicles for BMW ADCAM and LIDAR programs at Magna Electronics; synchronized up to 26 heterogeneous sensors (LIDAR, RADAR, cameras, GNSS/INS) using PTP-based timing architectures. Defined the system architecture, HW/SW interfaces for hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) reprocessing, sensor integration strategies, and data acquisition frameworks. This enabled scalable vehicle-level validation, improved validation efficiency by 25%, and reduced project costs by €1.45 million.
End-to-end validation and integration of automotive radar platforms for a Daimler project at Continental. Developed automated open-loop hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) environments to accurately test target tracking KPIs, field of view limits, and thermal and voltage-related ECU state machines. Used a highly complex toolchain consisting of CANoe, Lauterbach Trace32, RADAR target simulators, and EMC shielding chambers for RF and system validation. Synchronized global, interdisciplinary teams to speed up troubleshooting and close critical technical gaps.
Reconstructed and validated the product architecture of an electromechanical e-bike by integrating and troubleshooting critical subsystems (BMS, motor control, sensors, HMI, electronic locking systems). Built a comprehensive system-level test bench for functional testing, fault reproduction, and performance analysis; coordinated suppliers and implemented corrective actions to improve reliability and traceability.
Defined the system architecture and validation strategy for a LIDAR platform developed in cooperation with Elmos Semiconductor; evaluated optical measurement concepts, SPAD detector integration, and system requirements, and created technical recommendations for product development and verification.
Developed LabVIEW-based automation and verification software for a high-precision hydraulic and electromechanical test system for FTE Automotive; integrated NI DAQ hardware for high-frequency real-time capture of physical measurement data. Developed automated test sequences, programmable endurance tests, troubleshooting routines, data logging, and analysis tools to improve test efficiency and traceability.
Successfully managed complete engineering life cycles for well-known industrial customers (Magna, Continental, Farasis, FTE Automotive, BMW, Daimler, TOGG) – from requirements engineering and proof of concept through system integration and validation to technical documentation, supplier coordination, and user training.
Frank Meier
Last position:
EHS / Product HSE Manager at Deutsche Bundesmarine
PHSE engineering and management Project management in a global industrial company and with the end customer German Federal Navy
Tobias Knebel
Last position:
Owner / Self-employed at LocalConnect
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Loretta Acheampong
Last position:
Master Thesis Student at Deutsches Zentrum für Luft- und Raumfahrt (DLR), Institut für Future Fuels
- Managed end-to-end data workflows for LCA and carbon footprint assessments, including data collection, validation, structuring, and LCI modeling for metal alloys, ensuring high data quality and traceability.
- Developed a basic Excel automation tool to simplify carbon footprint calculations of metal alloys, replacing repetitive modelling in the software that previously took several hours.
- Communicated environmental impact results through quantitative analysis, visualizations and reports to support the broader project strategy.
- Performed environmental hotspot and scenario analysis to identify key impact drivers and assess opportunities for emissions reduction.
Thorsten Henneberg
Last position:
OCM (Overall Construction Manager) for HVAC at Engie Deutschland GmbH
- Overall planning and supervision of the relevant HVAC and sanitation installations across multiple construction phases.
- Leading installation teams and subcontractors.
- Ensuring adherence to schedules, budgets and quality standards.
- Coordination with other trades.
- Lean Construction Management, preparing and moderating the Last Planner Method.
- Supporting schedule planning and moderating workshops in the IPA project environment.
- Planning, organizing and supervising all HVAC and sanitation work on site.
- Managing own installers and coordinating subcontractors.
- Ensuring that all work meets quality standards, safety regulations and the schedule.
- Aligning with other trades, authorities and the client representative.
- Creating plans and reviewing invoices.
- Monitoring the proper application of construction techniques and compliance with safety regulations.
Klaus Zwingel
Last position:
Head of HR, Machinery and Plant Engineering at Interim Management (freelance)
- Acting as a professional sparring partner for management and leaders on HR topics
- Advising employees on HR matters
- Maintaining department capability during transition
- Analyzing weaknesses in the performance appraisal process
- Integrating the SAP appraisal tool
- Negotiating and organizing short-time work
- Analyzing and consolidating employment contracts
- Preparing references and recruiting
- Advising on organizational development
Heiner Lüpertz
Last position:
Executive Advisor | Interim Executive | Founder at VisionBridge Global Consultancy
- Project-based support for industrial and technology companies in transformation, growth, and turnaround situations at executive level
- Founder of VisionBridge Global Consultancy as a platform for strategy development, market entry programs (Middle East), operational excellence, change management, and executive development
- Focus on project-based mandates with the option of long-term leadership roles
Rachid Marhaba
Last position:
Associate Director – Head Lab Support Functions at IQVIA Laboratories
- Head of department overseeing laboratory operations, ensuring efficient, compliant, and inspection-ready processes across BSL-2 and BSL-3 areas
- EHS site lead and biosafety officer for BSL-2 and BSL-3 laboratories (conventional and GMO), ensuring adherence to biosafety, biosecurity, and regulatory requirements
- Primary point of contact with local authorities, responsible for regulatory submissions and approvals for BSL-2/BSL-3 operations, including GMO registration (S2/S3)
- Risk management activities, including risk assessments, mitigation strategies, and continuous monitoring to ensure safe and compliant operations
- Successfully led the organization through ISO 14001 (Environmental Management) and ISO 45001 (Occupational Health & Safety) certifications, embedding sustainable and safe operational practices across the site
- Lifecycle management of laboratory equipment and facilities, including strategic planning, acquisition, qualification, validation, and maintenance oversight
Michael Kunisch
Last position:
Freelance Consultant at Tepo – Gebäudedienste GmbH
- Replacement and renewal of the existing client PCs with an upgrade to Windows 11 and mobile workstations with laptops and docking stations
- Introduction of Office365 with OneDrive use
- Introduction of e-invoicing with DATEV accounting software
- Revision of the standard office applications in daily use
- File storage in SharePoint instead of local data storage
- New authorization structure for users
- Use of Microsoft accounts to synchronize profiles
- Reorganization of the document scanning process with storage in SharePoint
- New backup concept in addition to the Microsoft cloud solution
- Introduction of new data structures: review and separation of data into active, inactive, private, business
- Simplification of processes
- Increased data security and improved security
- Permanent data availability at all internal and external workplaces
Kurt Fisch
Last position:
WeMatch Consulting GmbH / Contracting / Framework agreement - Novanta Medical GmbH
- Labeling BarTender
- Structure, Schema ST4 consulting.
- MDR consulting.
Pavel Skála
Last position:
Interim Manager Finance & Controlling at Freiberufler
- Accounting, controlling and reporting, taxes, risk management, treasury, credit management, legal affairs, internal control/SOX, HR, IT, cooperation with auditors, tax consultants and government authorities
- Logistics, production and HACCP, occupational safety and veterinary and hygiene regulations (food manufacturing)
- Due diligence, M&A, corporate split-offs, crisis management, project management
Selected interim projects:
- Twistcafe (fast-food restaurants) – Interim CFO (global): solved issues with accounting and tax documents for the year-end close of the German and Austrian subsidiaries; standardized the intercompany billing of raw material and cash transfers (CZ, SK, DE, AT, PL); automated the recharging of promotions and cashless payments; improved cost center accounting (200+ cost centers)
- VIB Vermögen AG (Branicks Group, real estate) – Interim Head of Accounting (DE): completed HGB year-end financial statements for 19 companies without complications; IFRS group financial statements without issues; automated consolidation tasks (debt consolidation, expense and revenue consolidation); automated reporting processes
- NTT (telecommunications) – Interim Senior Controller (DE): simplified, standardized and automated monthly closing activities (provisions for customer and supplier rebates, order backlogs, accrued revenues, monthly gross profit adjustments), including SOX compliance evidence; balance sheet reconciliation; improved loyalty reporting
- Lilium (aerospace) – Interim Senior Accountant (DE): tax line corrections; asset migration from Datev to Infor LN for two companies, including data quality improvements; automated processing of interim asset investments and asset additions; led successful SOX audit for fixed assets leading up to the US IPO
- Brose (automotive) – Interim Head of Controlling (CZ): successful Forecast III; simplified and automated calculations and reporting (hourly rates, temporary workers, monthly reports, scrap and external rework, direct personnel costs); platform change for the monthly board meeting
- LUST Hybrid-Technik (Pankl-SHW Industries, manufacturing) – Interim Finance Controller (DE): monthly and annual financial statements (including inventory valuation, cost accounting), plan vs. actual comparisons, variance analysis, ad hoc reports, forecast preparation, automation
- Gebr. Bode (Schaltbau Group, manufacturing) – Interim Head of Accounting (DE): year-end financial statements without complications; simplified and automated liquidity planning; automated open items report, standardized intercompany reconciliations; implemented and automated the fixed assets report
- Hyva Georg Hydraulik (manufacturing) – Interim Senior Accountant/Finance Manager (DE): simplified and automated VAT returns, Intrastat and other statistical reports; automated fixed assets report; implemented and automated the cost center report/forecast and temporary labor reserves; master data correction
- Beiersdorf (FMCG) – Interim Finance Manager (DE/SK): oversaw transfer of the local finance department in Slovakia to the SSC Hamburg
- Trèves (automotive) – Interim Plant Controller/Head of Finance & Controlling (CZ): identified weaknesses; implemented controlling processes for the procurement process (PR/PO/GR), payroll, energy costs, ICO accounting, cost center reporting
- Hella Slovakia Signal-Lighting (automotive) – Interim Head of Controlling (SK): 10% reduction in receivables open items; automated reporting (capex, cost center, maintenance costs); standardized and automated inventory and receivables write-offs
- Tunap Cosmetics (FMCG) – Interim Finance Manager (DE): reduced DSO by 21 days within four months; balance sheet cleanup (fixed assets, provisions, prepaid expenses); reduced unprocessed invoices in the workflow by EUR 1.2 million during year-end; automated write-offs, controls and reporting
- Hanon Systems Autopal (automotive) – Interim Finance Controller (CZ): identified weaknesses; automated cost center reporting and purchase orders; automated inventory and receivables write-offs
- Drägerwerk (manufacturing) – Interim Finance Controller (CZ): FI/CO management, process audit, investment incentives, accounting accuracy, SAP settings (FI/CO, MM)
- Maxim Chicken (FMCG) – Interim Head of Finance and Controlling (CZ): introduced new gastronomy products leading to increased sales; implemented cash flow forecasting; reduced variable and fixed costs (raw materials, property leasing); successfully passed veterinary audit
- Trelleborg Automotive Czech Republic (automotive) – Interim Plant Controller/Head of Finance (CZ); Carbody Czech Republic (automotive) – Interim Plant Controller/Head of Finance (CZ): corrected accounting; corporate split-off with SAP separation; implemented cash flow forecasting; factoring
- Kantar Media (WPP Group, media) – Interim Finance Manager (CZ): automated US GAAP reporting; reduced fixed costs (supplier contracts, personnel expenses); implemented standard processes; successful SOX audit; production relocation
Alexandra Straub
Last position:
Senior HR Generalist at Delta Energy Systems (Germany) GmbH
- Advising managers on HR strategy, labor law, and collective agreement matters
- Payroll in DATEV for 150 employees in two companies from 01/04/2024 to 31/07/2025
- Support with payroll preparation work from 01/08/2025
- Preparing the report regarding the disability levy
- Preparing the report and matching master data with the employers' liability insurance association
- Conducting job interviews / employee meetings and return-to-work interviews (BEM, Occupational Reintegration Management)
- Maintaining electronic time recording data (corrections, recording maternity leave / parental leave / vacation / illness / business trips) in INTERFLEX
- Working with the Freiburg Integration Office
- Setting up and supporting the areas of occupational safety + company health management + company doctor (Regio Arbeitsmedizin)
- HR support: preparing employment contracts / terminations / references, warnings / conducting onboarding and exit interviews
- Organizing company events
- Organizing training sessions
- Local contact person during audits
- Running projects together with other Delta sites (including introducing a digital personnel file)
- Trusting and constructive cooperation with the works council
- Helping with budget and staffing planning
- Reporting HR key figures
- Local contact person for the employers' association and the trade supervisory office
- Recruiting + supporting existing and new employees with relocation, visas, and work permits
Christian Seifert
Last position:
Full-Stack-Developer at AssistenzUp GmbH
- Complete redevelopment of a time and work tracking software for student support and people with disabilities.
- Responsible for the fundamental restructuring of the code using Angular 19 (frontend) and Next.js (backend) on a TypeScript basis.
- Implemented as a monorepo with NX workspace.
- Set up AWS infrastructure and built a GitHub CI/CD pipeline for automated deployments.
Burak Burbut
Last position:
Managing Director at Optiflow Consulting
Strategic consulting and operational optimization along the entire supply chain with a focus on transport, warehousing, and process logistics. Development of tailored concepts to increase efficiency, optimize costs, and sustainably improve logistics processes for companies in retail, industry, and transport.
Conducting comprehensive logistics and supply chain analyses, including identification of weaknesses and potential assessment.
Planning and support of transport tenders, fleet, and route optimizations.
Development of outsourcing, warehousing, and network strategies to improve cost-effectiveness.
Support in process digitization, KPI management, and operational implementation Interim management and hands-on consulting with focus on food, fresh, and distribution logistics
Support for restructuring and growth projects in the transport and supply chain sector.
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Statistics of experts using Occupational Safety
Aggregated from the professional profiles of matched freelancers.
Experience
25 years
Position duration
3.5 years
Positions per freelancer
11
Top business areas
Operations, Project Management, Quality Assurance
Top industries
Manufacturing, Professional Services, Energy
Certification focus areas
Quality Assurance, Human Resources, Operations
Bachelor's degree or higher
88%
Master's degree or higher
47%
Doctorate
13%
Certifications per freelancer
4
Most common languages
German, English, French
Speak two or more languages
92%
Based on our profile pool as of 30 Aug 2026.
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Average rates of experts in Germany using Occupational Safety
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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
Safety work
Occupational safety covers the methods and documents that keep people safe at work. It includes hazard checks, preventive measures, emergency planning, and clear rules for safe behavior on site. In many companies it also overlaps with HSE, EHS, and OSH work.
Typical deliverables
- Workplace risk assessments and action plans
- Safety instructions, training material, and briefings
- Incident and near-miss review support
- ISO 45001 documentation and process checks
- Audit prep for internal and external reviews
Strong specialists translate legal and operational needs into practical routines. They know how to document findings, follow up on corrective actions, and keep safety measures usable for daily work.
Tools and methods
A strong Occupational Safety specialist often works with checklists, inspection logs, incident forms, and document systems used for safety management. They may also support digital reporting workflows, equipment inspections, and coordination with quality or facility teams. The best experts stay precise, calm, and structured.
When freelance help fits
Companies bring in freelance support when a plant, warehouse, or office needs outside expertise for a project, audit, or local rollout. This is also useful when internal teams are short on time, need help with recurring documentation, or want a specialist who can work across departments. In Germany, local language skills and on-site presence can matter for training and inspections.
What strong experts do
Good professionals do more than fill in templates. They spot real hazards, ask the right questions on the floor, and turn findings into actions that supervisors can apply. Look for experience with operational safety, incident analysis, and clear communication with specialists, managers, and workers.
Where it is used
Occupational safety work appears in manufacturing, logistics, construction support, healthcare, and office environments. It is relevant wherever machines, vehicles, chemicals, repetitive work, or many people share the same workspace. The best freelancers adapt their approach to the site, the process, and the people involved.
Frequently asked questions
Curious about Occupational Safety? Here are the answers that come up again and again.
A strong Occupational Safety specialist helps identify hazards, document risks, and define practical controls for daily work. They also support training, inspections, incident follow-up, and safety documentation. The goal is to make safe behavior easy to follow in real operations.
Occupational Safety is often used alongside HSE, EHS, and OSH, but the exact scope depends on the company. HSE usually adds health and environment, while OSH is common in policy and compliance contexts. In practice, companies often search across all of these terms when they need the same kind of specialist.
Occupational Safety work is often needed for site openings, audits, process changes, incident reviews, and safety program updates. It is also common when a company needs better training material or clearer site rules. Projects with many moving parts, shared spaces, or regulated processes benefit most.
A strong Occupational Safety professional usually brings risk assessment, documentation, audit support, and clear stakeholder communication. Knowledge of ISO 45001 is useful, and so is comfort with incident analysis and corrective actions. In industrial settings, familiarity with operations, facilities, or quality work is a plus.
For a simple review or document cleanup, a focused Occupational Safety freelancer may be enough. For audits, multi-site programs, or safety change work, you want someone who has handled similar environments before. The right level depends on how much judgment and cross-team coordination the project needs.
Occupational Safety can be partly remote when the work is about documentation, planning, reporting, or training materials. Site visits are often needed for inspections, walk-throughs, or hands-on briefings. In Germany, many companies prefer a mix of remote coordination and on-site presence.
Look for a Occupational Safety specialist who asks practical questions, understands the site context, and explains actions clearly. Good signs are structured risk assessments, usable training materials, and follow-up that closes the loop. Avoid vague answers and generic checklists that do not fit the actual workplace.
A Occupational Safety freelancer should be ready to work with different sites, different rules, and different levels of maturity. It helps to be comfortable with documentation discipline, on-site communication, and real-world constraints. In Germany, clear German-language communication is often important for training and coordination.
The average hourly rate of freelancers in Germany who have used Occupational Safety in their recent projects is 110 €, which corresponds to a daily rate of about 878 € based on an 8-hour working day.
Of the freelancers in Germany who have used Occupational Safety in their recent projects, 88% hold at least a Bachelor's degree, 47% hold at least a Master's degree, and 13% hold a doctorate.
On average, freelancers in Germany who have used Occupational Safety in their recent projects have 25 years of professional experience, with a single engagement typically lasting around 3.5 years.
The most common languages among freelancers in Germany who have used Occupational Safety in their recent projects are German (100%), English (91%), and French (18%).
The most common industries among freelancers in Germany who have used Occupational Safety in their recent projects are Manufacturing (70%), Professional Services (55%), and Energy (43%).
The most common business areas among freelancers in Germany who have used Occupational Safety in their recent projects are Operations (82%), Project Management (81%), and Quality Assurance (78%).
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