Health & Safety Technical Expert

Severn Trent; Coventry; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

28 days holiday

Annual bonus up to £2,250

Top up pension up to 15%

Sharesave

Academy – dedicated training

EV scheme

Volunteer days

Job summary

Severn Trent is seeking a Health and Safety Technical Expert to help shape and maintain our safety culture across water, waste, and construction projects. Based from Coventry Head Office, you’ll provide specialist guidance on HSW, risk management, and regulatory compliance, influencing diverse teams and stakeholders.

You will join a technical, fast-paced environment where practical experience and statutory knowledge drive robust safety outcomes, including audits, training, and continuous

Qualifications

• Significant health & safety experience in utilities, construction or high-risk industries.
• Strong knowledge of UK H&S legislation and risk management.
• Member of IOSH or equivalent practical experience.
• Full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Act as SME for health & safety compliance and technical standards.
• Develop and implement robust HSW strategies, policies, and procedures.
• Provide expert risk assessments, incident investigations, and root cause analysis.
• Support operations with technical safety guidance on complex challenges.
• Participate in audits to monitor compliance and drive improvements.
• Engage stakeholders to promote best practices and standards.
• Deliver safety training and coaching across the business.

Skills

Health & safety expertise

Education

NEBOSH Certificate

Job description

We’re more than just a water company. We're dedicated to making a positive impact on the environment, sustainability, and the communities we serve. By joining us, you’ll work with the latest technologies, driving forward-thinking projects that enhance and protect national infrastructure, making a real difference to the communities we serve.

With 10,000 colleagues, we're looking for more brilliant people who are passionate about sustainability, eager to innovate, and ready to turn challenges into opportunities for a better future.

LET’S CUT STRAIGHT TO IT

As a Health and Safety Technical Expert, you will play a critical role in shaping and maintaining our safety culture. You will provide specialist advice, guidance, and assurance on health, safety, and wellbeing (HSW) across diverse operational environments, including water treatment, waste treatment, network maintenance, and construction projects amongst others.

This is a highly technical position requiring deep knowledge of UK health and safety legislation, risk management, and best practice within high-risk industries.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as the subject matter expert for health and safety compliance and technical standards
• Assist in the Development and implementation of robust HSW strategies, policies, and procedures aligned with UK legislation and industry best practice
• Provide expert advice on risk assessments, incident investigations, and root cause analysis
• Support operational teams with technical guidance on complex safety challenges
• Take part in audits and assurance activities to monitor compliance and drive continuous improvement
• Engage stakeholders to maintain high standards and influence best practice
• Deliver training and coaching to enhance safety competence across the business

Based from our Coventry Head Office, you'll work 37 hours per week, Monday to Friday. From time to time, you'll also be required to take part in a standby rota to support requirements.

WHAT WE'ER LOOKING FOR

You’ll bring significant health and safety experience from the utilities, construction, or another high-risk industry, alongside a strong understanding of UK health and safety legislation and regulatory requirements. Ideally, you’ll hold a NEBOSH Certificate (or equivalent) and be a member of IOSH, although we’re equally interested in individuals with extensive practical experience and a genuine passion for health and safety. A full UK driving licence is also essential.

We’re looking for someone who can confidently influence and engage stakeholders at all levels, from frontline operational teams to senior leaders. You’ll have excellent communication, analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to quickly assess priorities and take a proactive approach to resolving challenges. Most importantly, you’ll bring a pragmatic mindset and be comfortable working in a fast-paced, evolving business where flexibility and adaptability are key.

How We’ll Reward And Care For You

Working here isn’t just a job. You can build a career at Severn Trent. We’ll reward you for it, too. We have a range of benefits that recognise great work, and award-winning training to help you reach your potential. And we’ll also help you play your part in looking after the environment and the communities where we live.

With That In Mind, Here Are Just Some Of Our Favourite's Perks That You’ll Get Being Part Of The Severn Trent Family

• 28 days holiday + bank holidays (and the ability to buy/ sell up to 5 days per year)
• Annual bonus scheme (of up to £2,250 per annum based on company performance)
• Leading pension scheme – we will double your contribution (up to 15% when you contribute 7.5%)
• Sharesave – the chance to buy Severn Trent Plc shares at a discounted rate
• Dedicated training and development with our ‘Academy’
• Electric vehicle scheme and retail offers
• Family friendly policies and two volunteering days per year