HSE Advisor

TN United Kingdom; Warrington; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

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At Jacobs, we'll inspire and empower you to deliver your best work so you can evolve, grow and succeed – today and into tomorrow. With more than 55,000 people in 40+ countries, working at Jacobs offers an exciting range of opportunities to develop your career within a supportive and diverse team who always strive to do the right thing for our people, clients and communities.

People are Jacobs’ greatest asset, and we offer a competitive package to retain and attract the best talent.

In addition to the benefits you’d expect, UK employees also receive free single medical cover and digital GP service, family-friendly benefits such as enhanced parental leave pay and free membership of employee assistance and parental programmes, plus reimbursement towards relevant professional development and memberships. We also give back to our communities through our Collectively program which incorporates matched-funding, paid volunteering time and charitable donations.

Work-life balance and flexibility is a key focus area for Jacobs. We’re happy to discuss hybrid, part-time and flexible working hours, patterns and locations to suit you and our business.

About the opportunity:

Jacobs is recruiting for a professional Health, Safety and Environmental (HSE) Advisor, with experience in identifying and mitigating HSE risks. This North-West based role reports operationally to the Strategic Markets Operations Director and functionally to Jacobs Head of HSE for Decommissioning and Regeneration Solutions. The post holder will provide HSE leadership and advice on all HSE-related issues in support of the Strategic Markets business objectives.

The HSE Advisor works closely with all stakeholders to ensure compliance with Nuclear, Radiological, and conventional safety legislation, guidance, and industry best practices, supporting the active implementation of Jacobs BeyondZero and the Culture of Caring.

This role requires travel to various business and project locations.

Responsibilities include:

1. Providing competent HSE & Radiological advice and supporting the implementation of Beyond Zero.
2. Supporting legislative compliance and Jacobs HSE standards in coordination with management.
3. Maintaining a proactive approach to nuclear, radiological, conventional, and environmental safety.
4. Advising and supporting teams on hazard identification, safe systems of work, and risk assessments.
5. Monitoring compliance to HSE standards through reviews, inspections, and corrective actions.
6. Conducting HSE communications meetings and participating in safety forums.
7. Investigating accidents and incidents for root causes and preventive measures.
8. Ensuring construction activities comply with CDM requirements.
9. Visiting off-site offices and projects to ensure HSE procedures are followed.
10. Developing bid responses and monitoring supply chain HSE compliance.

Qualifications and experience needed:

• Technical expertise in HSE and environmental requirements.
• Competent in UK HSE and CDM Regulations.
• Experience in a highly regulated environment.
• Knowledge of ISO 45001 and ISO 14001 standards.
• NEBOSH Diploma or equivalent degree.
• Membership of IEMA or working towards it.
• Relevant experience in engineering or construction environments.