Health and Safety Advisor

Bouygues UK; Leiston; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Health & Safety Advisor for a pivotal role in the Sizewell C project. This exciting opportunity allows you to influence a positive health and safety culture while ensuring compliance with UK regulations. You will be involved in site inspections, training delivery, and collaboration with various stakeholders, playing a key role in the successful execution of this significant infrastructure project. Join a team of experts and contribute to a cleaner energy future while developing your career in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of UK Health and Safety regulations.
• Experience with complex construction and civils projects.

Responsibilities

• Conduct inspections and deliver pre-work site evaluations.
• Prepare reports following site visits and audits.
• Deliver training sessions to promote a Zero Harm culture.

Skills

Health and Safety Compliance

Communication Skills

Incident Investigation

Influencing Skills

Education

NEBOSH National Diploma

NCRQ Diploma in Applied Health and Safety

Level 6 Qualification

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

Join Our Team as a Health & Safety Advisor at Sizewell C!

Are you passionate about health and safety and looking for an exciting opportunity to contribute to one of the most significant infrastructure projects in the UK? At the Civil Works Alliance (CWA), we’re on a mission to build Sizewell C—a 3.2-gigawatt power station that will generate low-carbon electricity for around 6 million homes, supporting a cleaner and more reliable energy future for at least the next 60 years.

Position: Health & Safety Advisor

Location: Suffolk office with regular site visits required

About the Role

As our Health & Safety Advisor, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the safety and well-being of everyone involved in the Sizewell C project. From overseeing compliance and governance to delivering training and conducting site inspections, your work will be integral to the project's success. You will have the chance to shape and promote a positive health and safety culture across all project stages—from design to implementation.

Key Responsibilities

1. Conduct planned project inspections and deliver pre-work site evaluations.
2. Track and support investigations into unplanned events, helping to mitigate risks.
3. Collaborate with clients, contractors, and local management to ensure compliance and safety.
4. Prepare detailed reports following site visits, audits, and investigations.
5. Monitor and update project documentation in line with legal and regulatory changes.
6. Support and develop environmental procedures to ensure ISO 14001 compliance.
7. Deliver training sessions and support initiatives aimed at promoting a Zero Harm culture.

What We’re Looking For

Essential:

1. Strong ability to influence and promote a positive HSES culture.
2. Comprehensive understanding of the UK Health and Safety Regulatory Framework.
3. Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
4. Broad experience with complex construction and civils projects.
5. NEBOSH National Diploma, NCRQ Diploma in Applied Health and Safety, or equivalent Level 6 qualification.
6. Competence in incident and accident investigation.

Desirable:

1. Proficient in Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
2. Graduate Member of IOSH, CMIOSH, or working towards.
3. Experience in tunnelling and other specialist heavy-civils operations.

Why Join Us?

Joining the CWA team means being part of an ambitious project that will significantly impact the UK’s energy landscape. You'll work alongside industry experts and engage with a variety of stakeholders, from government entities to local communities. Your contributions will help ensure that Sizewell C is delivered safely, on time, and within budget.