Health and Safety Advisor

EDF Energy; Leiston; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy company in the UK is looking for an experienced Health and Safety Advisor with a strong construction background to support key projects at Sizewell C. You will provide expert advice and ensure compliance with health and safety regulations. The ideal candidate has a Level 6 Diploma in Health & Safety, IOSH Membership, and strong communication skills. This is a critical role in one of Europe's largest construction projects, promoting health and safety in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Proven track record in leading investigations and delivering safety improvements.
• Valid CSCS Card is required.
• IOSH Membership is required.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with construction leaders to embed safety into every phase of the project.
• Provide expert guidance on legislative and site-specific safety standards.
• Drive a proactive approach to risk mitigation in high-pressure environments.

Skills

Health and Safety standards in construction

Strong communication skills

Stakeholder engagement

Risk mitigation

Education

Recognised Health & Safety qualification - Level 6 Diploma

Degree in Construction or related field

Job description

We're seeking an experienced Health and Safety Advisor with a strong background in construction to support the safe and efficient delivery of key projects at Sizewell C. You'll provide expert health and safety advice across a wide range of site operations including infrastructure, facilities management, logistics, waste, fuel, accommodation, catering, health, and security. Working closely with Project Managers, Engineering Leads, and Tier 1 Contractors, you'll ensure compliance with all health and safety requirements, particularly under the Construction (Design & Management) Regulations (CDM).

• Collaborate with construction leaders to embed safety into every phase of the project
• Provide expert guidance on legislative and site-specific safety standards
• Drive a proactive approach to risk mitigation in high-pressure environments
• Ensure compliance with CDM and all other relevant H&S Regulations across all contractors
• Promote health, safety, and wellbeing throughout all project stages
• Broad experience in Health & Safety standards within construction (including CDM Regulation experience)
• Recognised Health & Safety qualification - Level 6 Diploma or equivalent
• IOSH Membership
• Valid CSCS Card
• Proven track record in leading investigations and delivering safety improvements
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills
• Passion for continuous improvement in health, safety, and wellbeing
• Organised and able to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Desirable: Degree in Construction, NEBOSH Diploma. H&S NVQ/Diploma or Certificate in Environmental Studies, or a related field

Join the team at Sizewell C. The power of good for Britain.

It's not every day you get the opportunity to shape the working culture of what will be one of Europe's largest construction projects, while also helping Britain to reach its target of Net Zero emissions by 2050. That's one of the reasons Sizewell C will be unlike anything you've ever experienced before, and you'll need to be an exceptional professional to reach the high standards this critical infrastructure project demands. The UK is experiencing a nuclear renaissance and Sizewell C - along with its sister project at Hinkley Point C in Somerset - is powering the change. We're ramping up at pace as we look ahead to the Financial Investment Decision in early 2025, and the start of construction soon after. With government fully on board and public opinion shifting significantly in favour of nuclear, there's never been a better time to join our project.