Health & Safety Lead – Major Construction Site

EDF Energy Limited; Stogursey; Remote; GBP 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Cycle-to-work and car schemes

Simplyhealth cash plan

24/7 GP Access

Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

Employee referral scheme

In-service death benefit

Buy/sell annual leave option

Job summary

EDF Energy Limited is looking for a Health and Safety Advisor to support Hinkley Point C operations. The role involves risk assessments, RAMS development, and implementing safe procedures across projects on Europe's biggest construction site.

The successful candidate will lead inspections, training, incident investigations, and stay current with HSE legislation while contributing to environmental policies and safety culture across the programme.

Qualifications

• NEBOSH or IOSH qualification desirable.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Eligibility to live and work in the UK.
• Strong written and verbal communication; able to explain HSE processes clearly.

Responsibilities

• Carry out risk assessments, identify hazards, and recommend risk reduction measures.
• Develop, review, and amend RAMS for projects.
• Establish and maintain safe operational procedures across all activities.
• Conduct regular site inspections to verify compliance with policies and laws.
• Ensure working practices are safe, legally compliant, and aligned with best practice.
• Prepare health and safety strategies, policies, and internal procedures.
• Deliver and assist with training sessions on HSE issues.
• Keep detailed records of inspections, audits, and investigations with recommendations.
• Lead or support incident investigations and follow-up reports.
• Stay up to date with HSE legislation and industry developments.
• Produce management reports and safety bulletins for internal communication.
• Oversee safe installation and use of equipment; ensure fitness for purpose.
• Manage safe disposal of hazardous substances, including asbestos and chemicals.
• Provide expert advice on specialist HSE areas (fire safety, hazardous substances, occupational health, machinery safeguarding, noise control).
• Support development and implementation of environmental policies and sustainability initiatives.
• Deliver behavioural safety training and promote a positive safety culture.
• Support FF&E for project-based activities.
• Collaborate with Project Managers, Site Managers, and HSE professionals to maintain high safety standards.

Skills

NEBOSH

IOSH

HSE knowledge

Negotiation

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Investigative mindset

Proficient IT skills

Job description

EDF Energy Limited is looking for a Health and Safety Advisor to support Hinkley Point C operations. The role involves risk assessments, RAMS development, and implementing safe procedures across projects on Europe's biggest construction site.

The successful candidate will lead inspections, training, incident investigations, and stay current with HSE legislation while contributing to environmental policies and safety culture across the programme.