Open Position Temporary Replacement - Onsite Manager & Safety Coordinator Position in LST Project

Opening Date:
September 28, 2026
Closing Date:
Until Filled
Ref:2026-41_LST_Onsite Manager & Safety Coordinator

About IFAE
The Institut de Física d’Altes Energies (IFAE) is a public consortium of the Generalitat de Catalunya, the Autonomous Government of Catalonia, and the Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona (UAB, a public university) whose main objective is to carry out research and to contribute to the development of high energy physics from a theoretical, experimental and technological point of view. IFAE has the status of a “University Institute" attached to the UAB and its premises are within the campus of the University.

The IFAE announces the opening of a position for the LST Project to be located at La Palma.

Role

We are seeking a proactive and safety-driven Onsite Manager & Safety Coordinator to support the Large-Sized Telescope (LST) project in La Palma. This role ensures smooth logistical operations and strict compliance with safety standards during construction,



operation, and maintenance activities. You will serve as the key liaison for onsite coordination and the primary safety contact for our collaboration with the Instituto de Astrofisica de Canarias (IAC).

Key Responsibilities

Onsite Logistics & Coordination
- Coordinate technical teams and external companies working on LST activities.
- Supervise reception and verification of goods at both sea level and the Observatory (ORM).
- Organise and manage transportation of equipment between sea level and ORM.

Safety Management & Compliance
- Lead the LST Safety Committee and all safety-related activities.
- Maintain and update safety procedures and documentation.
- Enforce safety protocols, oversee emergency preparedness, and manage compliance paperwork.
- Act as official safety liaison with IAC and other regulatory bodies. Lead risk evaluation and formal approval for technically sensitive operations.

📌 Temporary Replacement (Cerdanyola del Vallès)
🏢 IFAE
📍 Cerdanyola del Vallès