HSE Adviser

Amentum; Warrington; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Warrington is seeking an EHS professional to provide safety advice and assistance on Environment, Health and Safety issues. The role includes supporting hazard identification, monitoring compliance to EHS standards, and promoting a positive safety culture within the team. Ideal candidates should have a relevant health and safety qualification and at least 2-3 years of industry experience. This role offers a competitive benefits package and hybrid working options.

Benefits

Free single medical cover

Digital GP service

Enhanced parental leave pay

Professional development reimbursement

Paid volunteering time

Qualifications

• Minimum 2-3 years of relevant industry experience.
• Tech/Grad IOSH or working towards a higher qualification.
• Competent in EHS legislation.

Responsibilities

• Support the implementation of the TC&I SafeUp Strategy.
• Advise on hazard identification and risk assessments.
• Monitor and ensure compliance to EHS standards.
• Conduct scheduled facility visits and inspections.
• Analyze data and track compliance trends.
• Assist in accident investigations.
• Promote a positive EHS culture.
• Provide internal EHS training for employees.
• Support ongoing EHS strategic objectives.

Skills

Health and Safety qualification

EHS knowledge

Incident investigation methods

Written and verbal communication

Education

NVQ 4/5 or NEBOSH General Certificate

Job description

Overview

We’ll inspire and empower you to deliver your best work so you can evolve, grow and succeed – today and into tomorrow. We offer opportunities to develop your career within a supportive and diverse team who strive to do the right thing for our people, clients and communities. We offer a competitive package, including benefits for UK employees such as free single medical cover, digital GP service, family-friendly benefits (enhanced parental leave pay, free membership of employee assistance and parental programmes), and reimbursement towards relevant professional development and memberships. We also give back to our communities through the Collectively program (matched-funding, paid volunteering time and charitable donations). Work-life balance and flexibility are a focus; hybrid, part-time and flexible hours, patterns and locations can be discussed to suit you and the business.

About the Opportunity

The Technology, Consultancy & Innovation (TC&I) Business owns and operates the largest network of research and development engineering laboratories in the UK. We work collaboratively with colleagues and clients to provide the right answers to complex problems. Our teams work cross-sector with clients across hydrogen, fusion and Small Modular Reactors, decommissioning, existing nuclear and non-nuclear infrastructure, and defence. This position is ideal for someone seeking broader professional experience within a team of EHS professionals at a multidisciplinary location, reporting directly to the Head of EHS. The post holder will provide safety advice and assistance on all Environment, Health and Safety (EHS) issues in support of operations teams and the Birchwood Campus facilities management team.

Responsibilities

• Actively support the implementation of the TC&I SafeUp Strategy & Improvement Plan.
• Advise and support hazard identification, safe systems of work, and risk assessments.
• Monitor compliance to EHS standards, client EHS requirements; conduct scheduled facility visits and inspections; recommend and follow through on corrective actions.
• Attend Operational EHS meetings; analyze statistical data, inspection reports and compliance survey results; track trends and make recommendations.
• Assist in investigation of accidents/incidents for root cause identification and preventive actions.
• Promote a positive culture toward health, safety and environmental matters at all levels.
• Support internal EHS training/coaching for new and existing employees and supply chain members as required.
• Provide daily assistance to the Head of EHS and support ongoing EHS strategic objectives; promote inclusion & diversity in the EHS team.
• Be a visible EHS ambassador, lead by example, and partner with the Business Management Team to drive sustained EHS performance.

Qualifications

• A relevant Health and Safety qualification (NVQ 4/5 or NEBOSH General Certificate) and Tech/Grad IOSH or working towards a higher qualification.
• Good working knowledge of EHS requirements; at least 2–3 years of relevant industry experience.
• Working knowledge of incident investigation methods and practical application of EHS legislation.
• Competent written and verbal communication; membership of IOSH or working towards a high-grade membership.

Our Culture and Inclusion

Our values are safety, integrity, inclusion and diversity. We put people at the heart of our business and support one another through a culture of caring. We value positive mental health and a sense of belonging for all employees and aim to embed inclusion and diversity in everything we do. We hire without discrimination and welcome flexible applicants, including those who may not meet all listed requirements. We partner with VERCIDA to attract and retain diverse talent and we are a Disability Confident employer. If you require reasonable adjustments during recruitment, please contact the team.

Equal Opportunity

Amentum is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our hiring practices provide equal opportunity for employment without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, age, ancestry, veteran status, color, religion, creed, marital or domestic partner status, medical condition, genetic information, national origin, citizenship status, or mental or physical disability, so long as essential job functions can be performed with reasonable accommodation. Learn more about your rights under federal laws and supplemental language at the provided links.