Health & Safety Technical Expert

Severn Trent Plc; Coventry; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 57,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

28 days holiday

Annual bonus scheme

Leading pension scheme

Sharesave

Academy training

Electric vehicle scheme

Family friendly policies

Job summary

Based from Coventry Head Office, Severn Trent Plc is seeking a Health & Safety Technical Expert to provide specialist advice, guidance and assurance on health, safety and wellbeing across our operations including water and waste treatment, network maintenance and construction projects.

This role requires deep knowledge of UK health and safety legislation, risk management and best practice in high‑risk industries; NEBOSH certification and IOSH membership are preferred, with a UK driving licence

Qualifications

• Significant health and safety experience in utilities or high-risk industries.
• Strong knowledge of UK H&S legislation and risk management.
• NEBOSH Certificate (or equivalent) and IOSH membership preferred.
• UK driving licence is essential.

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.

Skills

Health & Safety

Stakeholder engagement

Risk assessment

Education

NEBOSH Certificate

IOSH membership

Job description

Health & Safety Technical Expert

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.

Salary (£): £49,781 plus monthly car allowance

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'RE 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