Junior HSE Advisor

H&MV Engineering; Helsinki; On-site; EUR 35,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

H&MV Engineering is seeking a Junior HSE Advisor to support Health, Safety and Environmental requirements on Finland-based projects. You will work under senior HSE personnel to ensure compliance with HSE standards, Finnish legislation, and client requirements, while building experience in construction and electrical infrastructure contexts.

Key duties include site engagement, daily safety observations, RAMS reviews, permits to work, and incident reporting.

Qualifications

• Essential qualification in health & safety or working towards it.
• Strong interest in developing a career in HSE within construction or engineering.
• Good understanding of basic risk assessment principles.
• Desirable site experience in construction, civils, electrical, or engineering.
• Knowledge of Finnish HSE legislation and site safety requirements.
• Familiarity with ISO 45001 / ISO 14001 principles.

Responsibilities

• Support delivery of HSE requirements on projects in Finland under supervision.
• Maintain a visible site presence and promote safe behaviours.
• Assist with daily site walkdowns and safety observations.
• Support monitoring of site activities to ensure Safe Systems of Work.
• Assist with RAMS, Safe Plans of Action, and Permits to Work.
• Raise safety concerns promptly to the Project HSE Advisor or Site Management.
• Support housekeeping, site setup inspections, and HRA monitoring.
• Assist in verifying controls, permits, and briefings before work.

Skills

Risk assessment basics

Site safety awareness

HSE documentation

Education

NEBOSH Certificate / NVQ Level 3 equivalent

Tools

ISO 45001 / ISO 14001 knowledge

Job description

Job Title: Junior HSE Advisor

Location: Finland

Job Type: Full-Time

Department: HSE

About H&MV Engineering:

H&MV Engineering is a global leader in high-voltage electrical engineering, powering the transition to a sustainable future. We’re at the cutting-edge of renewable energy, data centres, and complex utility projects powered by a commitment to continuous improvement and innovation.

Our foundation is built on safety, collaboration, and respect. These values shape how we work, how we lead, and how we grow. And at H&MV Engineering, growth isn’t just a goal—it’s a mindset.

We invest in our people, offering opportunities to develop, lead, and shape the future of energy. We value passion, motivation, and problem-solving skills, and we believe that diverse perspectives fuel better outcomes.

We’re not here to keep up we’re here to lead.

About the Role: The Junior HSE Advisor will support the delivery of Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) requirements on H&MV projects in Finland. Working under the guidance of senior HSE personnel, the role supports compliance with H&MV HSE standards, applicable Finnish legislation, and client requirements, while developing competence and experience in construction and electrical infrastructure environments

Key Responsibilities:

• HSE Support & Site Engagement Support senior HSE Advisors and site management in the implementation of H&MV HSE procedures and site rules.
• Maintain a visible site presence, engaging with supervisors and operatives to promote safe behaviours.
• Assist with daily site walkdowns and safety observations.
• Site Safety & Compliance Support monitoring of site activities to ensure Safe Systems of Work are followed.
• Assist with review and implementation of RAMS, Safe Plans of Action (SPA’s), and Permits to Work.
• Raise safety concerns promptly to the Project HSE Advisor or Site Management team.
• Support housekeeping and site set‑up inspections. High‑Risk Activity Awareness Support identification and monitoring of High‑Risk Activities (HRA’s) and Extra High‑Risk Activities (E‑HRA’s) under supervision.
• Assist in verifying that controls, permits, and briefings are in place prior to works commencing. Support communication of HRA controls through daily briefings and whiteboards.
• Inspections, Audits & Reporting Assist with weekly site HSE inspections and preparation of audit information.
• Support incident, near‑miss, and safety observation reporting, ensuring timely escalation.
• Assist in tracking corrective actions to close‑out.
• Training, Inductions & Engagement Support delivery of site inductions and visitor inductions.
• Assist with toolbox talks, safety briefings, and HSE campaigns.
• Encourage workforce participation in SSD (See Something, Say Something, Do Something) reporting.
• Documentation & Systems Maintain accurate HSE records under supervision using H&MV systems (QAP 10, ACC, MyHub).
• Support document control for RAMS, permits, training records, plant registers, and inspections.
• Assist with updating site HSE noticeboards and registers.

REQUIREMENTS

• Essential Qualification in Health & Safety (NEBOSH Certificate, NVQ Level 3, or equivalent) or working towards same.
• Strong interest in developing a career in HSE within construction or engineering environments.
• Good understanding of basic risk assessment principles.
• Desirable Previous site experience (construction, civils, electrical, or engineering).
• Knowledge of Finnish HSE legislation and site safety requirements.
• Familiarity with ISO 45001 / ISO 14001 principles.

H&MV Engineering is an Equal Opportunity Employer

We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

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