Vice President of Health, Safety, Environment & Quality

Aypa Power, a Blackstone portfolio company, is a leading developer, owner, and operator of utility-scale energy storage and hybrid renewable projects that power our communities and cities. Our mission is to responsibly decarbonize the grid and make North American energy markets more affordable, sustainable, and efficient. Aypa is well-capitalized and uniquely positioned to lean forward on projects with well-suited deal structures to meet our customers’ needs. We have been at the forefront of energy storage development since our first energy storage project came online in 2018. As a leader in our industry, we have over 22 GW of utility-scale energy storage and hybrid renewable energy projects in development and 33 projects in operation or construction across North America. 

The Vice President of Health, Safety, Environment, & Quality (HSEQ) will play a strategic role in shaping and executing Aypa Power’s corporate HSEQ programs. This leader will be responsible for developing a proactive, enterprise-wide HSEQ strategy that supports Aypa’s evolving business as a developer, owner, and operator of energy projects. This is not a field safety role—this position requires deep expertise in corporate safety leadership, operational risk management, and regulatory compliance in the energy sector. 

This individual will work cross-functionally to align HSEQ priorities with business objectives, embedding best-in-class safety, environmental, and quality management frameworks across all aspects of the company’s development, construction, and operational activities. 

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Strategic Leadership & Corporate Governance: 

• Develop and implement a corporate HSEQ strategy aligned with Aypa’s long-term business objectives;
• Lead corporate HSEQ initiatives, ensuring enterprise-wide engagement and accountability;
• Advise executive leadership on HSEQ risks, regulatory developments, and industry trends;
• Build and lead a high-performing HSEQ team that supports corporate functions, project development, construction, and asset operations. 

Enterprise Risk Management & Regulatory Compliance: 

• Establish and maintain corporate HSEQ policies, ensuring compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations;
• Oversee corporate-wide risk assessment frameworks, integrating HSEQ considerations into project development, construction, and operations;
• Monitor regulatory changes and proactively adapt Aypa’s policies and practices to maintain full compliance;
• Prepare executive and board-level reports on HSEQ performance, risk exposure, and compliance status. 

Operational Safety & Quality Oversight: 

• Partner with Development, Engineering, and Operations teams to integrate HSEQ considerations into project planning and execution;
• Establish and maintain enterprise-wide QA/QC programs to ensure the highest standards in construction, commissioning, and operational performance;
• Oversee incident response, root cause investigations, and corrective action processes at the corporate level;
• Set corporate performance metrics for safety, environmental compliance, and quality, tracking progress against industry benchmarks. 

Training, Culture, & Continuous Improvement: 

• Lead efforts to maintain and grow a culture of safety and environmental responsibility across the company;
• Develop and oversee corporate training programs, ensuring that all employees and contractors understand their HSEQ responsibilities;
• Implement continuous improvement initiatives, leveraging industry best practices and emerging technologies to enhance HSEQ performance. 

KEY QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Occupational Health & Safety, or related field; advanced degree preferred;
• 10+ years of progressive leadership experience in corporate HSEQ roles, preferably within renewable energy, independent power production, utilities, or large-scale infrastructure;
• Experience with battery energy storage required;
• Deep knowledge of regulatory frameworks governing health, safety, and environmental compliance in North America;
• Strong track record of leading corporate HSEQ initiatives at a strategic level, including risk management, compliance oversight, and quality assurance;
• Ability to influence and drive change across all levels of an organization, including executive leadership and external stakeholders;
• Willingness to travel as needed to support business objectives.? 

COMPENSATION & LOCATION:

Salary:? A base salary commensurate with experience 
Bonus:? An annual bonus will be awarded based on both individual performance as well as the overall success of the business 
Benefits:?Aypa offers an attractive benefit package with excellent health care / dental / vision, 401k matching, unlimited vacation and other health/wellness benefits
Location: Ideal location is the company’s headquarters in Austin, Texas.  Other locations will be considered for the right candidate.  This role will require travel based on the needs of the business. 

At Aypa, we nurture and support a highly diverse team and actively seek to advance fair and inclusive practices in all aspects of what we do. We hire passionate, dedicated, and forward-thinking individuals from different backgrounds and value unique perspectives and experiences. With a focus on belonging, we are committed to providing an inclusive environment for all.